1.10 – macOS - macOS System Preferences

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In Mac OS, if you connect an external monitor and want to change which display shows the Apple menu, where would you find this setting?

  • Under the 'Dock' option in System Preferences.
  • Under the 'Desktop & Screen Saver' option in System Preferences.
  • Under the 'Displays' option in System Preferences. (correct)
  • Under the 'Mission Control' option in System Preferences.

You need to configure the IP address settings for your Ethernet connection on a Mac OS system. Which System Preferences pane provides access to these settings?

  • Network (correct)
  • Internet Accounts
  • Bluetooth
  • Sharing

A user on your network needs to print to a printer directly connected to your Mac OS system. Which System Preferences option would you configure to allow this?

  • Network settings within the 'Sharing' preference pane.
  • Firewall settings within the 'Security & Privacy' preference pane.
  • Sharing options within the 'Printers & Scanners' preference pane. (correct)
  • AirPrint options within the 'Printers & Scanners' preference pane.

Which of the following System Preferences panes allows you to manage which applications have access to your Mac's camera and microphone?

<p>Security &amp; Privacy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You have installed a screen magnification application to assist a visually impaired user. Where in System Preferences would you typically grant this application the necessary permissions to function correctly?

<p>Under the 'Accessibility' options within the 'Security &amp; Privacy' preference pane. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Time Machine runs out of space on the designated backup drive, what action does it automatically take?

<p>It automatically deletes the oldest backups to make room for new data. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user wants to quickly find the System Preferences application. Besides the Apple menu, what other method can they use to launch it?

<p>Using Spotlight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You need to check the toner levels of a color laser printer connected to your Mac. Where would you typically find this information within System Preferences?

<p>Under the 'Printers &amp; Scanners' option, using the 'Options &amp; Supplies' button. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default behavior of Mac OS regarding application access to user data, such as location and calendar information?

<p>Applications are denied access to all user data by default, requiring explicit user permission. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Time Machine creates hourly, daily, and monthly backups. How long does Time Machine keep daily backups?

<p>One month (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You want to modify the display resolution of an external monitor connected to your Mac. Where can you adjust these settings?

<p>Under the 'Displays' option in System Preferences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which System Preferences pane would you use to configure settings related to DNS servers?

<p>Network (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where in System Preferences can you enable applications to use scripting or control your keyboard and mouse?

<p>Under the Accessibility options within the Security &amp; Privacy pane. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you want to ensure that a newly installed video conferencing application has access to your camera and microphone, where should you configure this?

<p>Under the 'Security &amp; Privacy' settings in System Preferences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of backups does Time Machine create after the initial hourly and daily backups?

<p>Monthly backups going back as far as space allows. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Mac OS System Preferences

Mac OS configuration settings, akin to Windows Control Panel.

Mac OS Display Settings

Adjust monitor arrangements, designated Apple menu display, resolution, brightness, and color profiles.

Mac OS Network Configuration

Modify wired or wireless network settings, including IP, DNS, and hardware configurations.

Mac OS Printers and Scanners

Manage printers, configure sharing, and monitor supply levels.

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Mac OS Privacy Controls

Manage application access to location, calendar, camera, and microphone data.

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Default Mac OS Privacy

Security feature where applications require explicit permission to access user data.

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Mac OS Accessibility Features

Enable or disable access to keyboard, mouse, audio, and video for accessibility apps.

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Mac OS Time Machine

Automated hourly backups, daily backups for the past month, and monthly backups.

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Study Notes

  • Mac OS System Preferences allows configuration changes, similar to the Windows Control Panel.
  • System Preferences can be launched from the Apple menu or via Spotlight search.

Display Configurations

  • Display layout can be configured under Displays, positioning monitors relative to each other.
  • The location of the Apple menu can be modified to be on any display.
  • Individual display settings like resolution, brightness, and color profiles can be adjusted.

Network Configurations

  • Wired and wireless network links can be modified under Network Configuration.
  • Ethernet connections and Wi-Fi configurations can be changed.
  • Advanced options allow modification of IP, DNS, 802.1X, and hardware configurations.

Printer Management

  • Printers and Scanners option manages printer configurations, listing configured printers on the left.
  • Sharing can be configured for printers directly connected to the system.
  • If supported, the "Option & Supplies" button provides information about printer hardware, such as toner levels.

Privacy and Security

  • Granular controls manage application access to data like location and calendar information.
  • Camera and microphone access can be enabled or disabled per application.
  • By default, Mac OS limits application access, requiring specific enablement under Security & Privacy.

Accessibility Features

  • Extensive accessibility features can enable or disable access to keyboard, mouse, audio, and video.
  • Accessibility apps that enlarge the screen can be enabled within the privacy tab of Security & Privacy.
  • Unauthorized applications cannot access accessibility features without specific enablement.

Time Machine

  • Time Machine automates backups, creating hourly backups for the latest information.
  • Daily backups are created for the past month, and monthly backups are created depending on backup repository space.
  • Time Machine automatically deletes the oldest data when space runs out, continuing to write the newest data.

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