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MacOS Mojave Support for IT Professionals. Achieve Apple Certified Support Professional status with this comprehensive course on macOS Mojave. Learn installation, configuration, user management, file systems, and network services to become a proficient macOS support specialist.
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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Designed for IT pros aiming for ACSP certification. Foundational macOS knowledge advised.
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Beginner level
Designed for IT pros aiming for ACSP certification. Foundational macOS knowledge advised.
Apply installation and configuration procedures for macOS Mojave across diverse hardware platforms.
Analyze and implement best practices for managing and securing user accounts and system settings.
Evaluate and apply data management techniques and backup strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
Support and optimize macOS applications, peripherals, and system processes to maintain system performance and stability.
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This course begins by guiding you through the installation and initial configuration of macOS Mojave. You will learn to prepare your system, understand hardware requirements, and navigate various installation options. The modules on OS recovery and initial setup will equip you with the skills to troubleshoot installation issues and configure a macOS environment for optimal performance and user experience.
Next, you’ll explore user account management, including creating and configuring different account types, managing multiple users, setting up parental controls, and securing your system with advanced settings like FileVault encryption and Keychain management—essential skills for a secure multi-user environment.
The course then covers data management, file systems, and network configuration. You'll learn to manage files, create archives, use Time Machine for backups, and configure network settings, including VPNs and network locations. This knowledge will prepare you to handle complex networking and data scenarios in professional settings. This course is tailored for IT professionals, system administrators, and support technicians who want to achieve Apple Certified Support Professional certification. A foundational knowledge of macOS is recommended, but all essential topics are covered comprehensively to ensure readiness for the ACSP exam.
Applied Learning Project
Learners will engage in real-world projects that simulate authentic technical support scenarios, applying skills in macOS installation, user account management, data security, and network configuration. These hands-on exercises provide practical experience, preparing learners to tackle complex issues and support professional macOS environments effectively.
Apply knowledge of installation procedures to configure macOS Mojave on compatible devices.
Analyze user account settings to enhance security and management.
Evaluate and implement advanced file system features to optimize data management and ensure security.
Diagnose and resolve installation and recovery issues using troubleshooting techniques.
Construct and utilize archives and disk images to streamline data distribution and management.
Design and evaluate backup strategies using Time Machine to ensure data integrity and recovery.
Analyze and implement secure application installation and support practices to protect the system environment.
Evaluate and apply application support tools and diagnostic techniques to enhance system performance and reliability.
Design and implement resource sharing strategies, including file sharing, printer management, and remote access configuration.
Integrate iCloud services to synchronize data and manage devices effectively across macOS Mojave.
Analyze and maintain peripheral devices and printers to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
Evaluate and resolve system boot and operational issues using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting techniques.
Packt helps tech professionals put software to work by distilling and sharing the working knowledge of their peers. Packt is an established global technical learning content provider, founded in Birmingham, UK, with over twenty years of experience delivering premium, rich content from groundbreaking authors on a wide range of emerging and popular technologies.
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