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Installation, User Accounts, and File Systems

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Overview

This course begins by walking you through the process of installing macOS Mojave, covering everything from hardware requirements to configuration options. You'll explore the various installation methods, including troubleshooting common installation issues and performing system recovery. Whether you're setting up a new system or upgrading an existing one, you'll gain the confidence to handle it all. Next, you'll dive into managing user accounts, a critical aspect of macOS administration. You will learn to create and manage different types of user accounts, configure parental controls, and secure your system using advanced user account settings. By the end of this section, you'll be equipped to handle multiple users on a single system while maintaining high security and functionality standards. The final part of the course delves into macOS file systems, including APFS and HFS+. You'll learn how to set up, manage, and secure your drives, using features like FileVault for encryption and UNIX-style permissions for access control. By mastering these concepts, you’ll ensure your system and data remain secure and efficient, even in complex multi-user environments. This course is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, and macOS enthusiasts who have a basic understanding of operating systems and want to enhance their knowledge of macOS Mojave. No prior experience with macOS is required, but familiarity with general computing concepts is recommended.

Syllabus

  • Installation and Configuration
    • In this module, we will explore the essentials of setting up macOS Mojave, from ensuring your hardware meets the requirements to navigating through the installation process. You’ll learn how to handle system recovery and perform the initial configuration steps to customize your macOS environment.
  • User Accounts
    • In this module, we will delve into the intricacies of managing user accounts in macOS Mojave. You’ll understand the different account types and their uses, learn to manage multiple users efficiently, and apply security measures to protect user data and privacy.
  • File Systems
    • In this module, we will cover the fundamentals of file systems and storage in macOS Mojave. You’ll gain insights into disk preparation and troubleshooting, master encryption and data security methods, and learn to manage file permissions effectively to safeguard your data.

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