Explore macOS tools and architecture for executing support tasks
and system administration, and prepare for the Apple Certified
Support Professional (ACSP) certification exam Key Features Delve
into macOS Big Sur, from installation to managing apps and
optimizing your environment Become an Apple Certified Support
Professional (ACSP) with this comprehensive macOS support guide The
book is not intended to be a user guide, it covers concepts
pertinent for a user acting as an administrator Book
DescriptionApple is pushing the capabilities of its technologies to
help users achieve high performance, including improvements in its
OS running across all Mac systems, macOS, and new technologies such
as M1 Silicon chips. This book walks you through macOS from a
system administration and support point of view, exploring its
latest features. The book starts by explaining macOS architecture,
installation, and startup processes to enable you to get started
with the OS. You'll learn how to manage users and discover
techniques for user security and privacy. Moving on, you'll get to
grips with the macOS file system and learn to manage disks,
volumes, and partitions for effective file management. Most of the
examples covered in this book are from an administrator's
perspective; however, when relevant, a standard user's perspective
is also presented. You'll find illustrations for Mac systems
running macOS 11 (Big Sur), and when necessary, for macOS 10.15
(macOS Catalina). Finally, you'll explore advanced topics such as
networking and using command-line tools for administration tasks.
By the end of this macOS book, you'll be well-versed with macOS
features, administration tasks, and best practices. You'll also be
able to apply the concepts to increase your chances of success in
obtaining Apple certifications such as Apple Certified Support
Professional (ACSP). What you will learn Understand the
fundamentals of the macOS system and architecture Configure key
services and perform essential troubleshooting in your Mac system
Install, update, and configure your local macOS system and identify
the stages of the startup process Create and manage a local user
account and set up your customized macOS environment Manage your
file systems, storage, and permissions Explore practices and
techniques to work with apps, networks, and security for your Mac
system Delve into administration tasks such as managing service
resources and peripherals Who this book is forIf you are a Mac
system administrator, support and help desk technician or engineer,
or Mac power user looking to explore macOS architecture and
tooling, then this book is for you. The book assumes beginner-level
knowledge of the macOS environment and system administration.
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