Lesson 2

Question 1

What are the minimum hardware requirements for upgrading a system with OS X Mavericks? (6 things)

Answer 1

OS X v10.6.8 or later
2GB of memory
8GB of available space
Some features require an Apple ID
Some features require a compatible Internet service provider
Compatible Mac model

Question 2

What four preparation steps must you take before upgrading a system with OS X Mavericks?

Answer 2

1. Install Apple software and firmware updates
2. Verify application compatibility
3. Back up important files and folders
4. Document critical settings

Question 3

How can you identify if a Mac requires a firmware update?

Answer 3

By opening the full system report in the System information application or System Profiler application. You can verify if a mac computer’s firmware is up to date by visiting the Apple support website, which maintains a list of available firmware updates.

Question 4

What are the advantages or disadvantages of using a single partition disk with OS X? How about a multiple-partition disk?

Answer 4

Single partition drives are easier to set up initially, but they aren’t as flexible for administration and maintenance. Multiple partition drive require repartitioning during setup but provide several separate partitions, which can be used to segregate user data and host multiple operating systems.

Question 5

How can you acquire the OS X Mavericks installer?

Answer 5

OS X Mavericks installer can be downloaded from the mac app store for free

Question 6

What options can you select from during the OS X Mavericks installation?

Answer 6

During installation of OS X Mavericks, the only optional choice is to define an installation destination other than the Mac computer’s current default system disk.