macOS Support Essentials 10.15


Overview

macOS Support Essentials 10.15 is a three-day course that teaches the best ways to support macOS Catalina users. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, and hands-on exercises that provide real-world experience.

Who should attend

People who manage computer networks or computer labs that run macOS
People who support Mac users

What you'll learn

How to use macOS Catalina tools and resources to troubleshoot macOS Catalina
macOS Catalina features and functionality, including how to find more information
How to prepare for Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP) 10.15 certification

Recommended knowledge

macOS familiarity
Basic computer navigation skills

Course outline

Installation and Configuration
Participants learn to update, upgrade, and reinstall macOS Catalina, then set up and configure macOS on an individual Mac. Participants are introduced to the command-line interface and macOS Recovery.
User Accounts
Participants learn to manage user accounts and user home folders. They also learn about macOS security and password management.
File Systems and Storage
Participants learn to manage file systems, storage, encryption, permissions, and file sharing.
Data Management
Participants use hidden items, shortcuts, file archives, metadata, and Spotlight. They also learn to manage system resources and Time Machine.
Apps and Processes
Participants install, manage, and troubleshoot apps, and manage documents.
Network Configuration
Participants manage basic and advanced network settings and troubleshoot network issues.
Network Services
Participants manage network services, host sharing, and a personal firewall.
System Management
Participants manage printers and scanners, then troubleshoot peripherals, startup, and other system issues.