Operating System: Identify common features and tools of the macOS/desktop OS Flashcards
CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Criteria
What are the MacOS Desktop Environment?
Menu bar at the top
Dock at the bottom
What is the file type for the MacOS image files?
.dmg - These are Apple Disk Image files. These files are digital reconstructions of a physical disc. These files are often the file format used to store compressed software installers instead of having to use a physical disc.
What file type is used installer scripts?
.pkg – These are files that are used within the Apple OS that contain installer scripts for various software purposes. These PKG files were created to help software developers design a uniform installation method for seamless and easy installation of applications and their updates.
What File type can I use to store multiple directories?
.app - These are file bundles that are used within the Apple OS that are designed to store multiple directories, such as the contents and resources of an application. These files are similar to the .exe files seen in Windows environments.
What do you need to consider when installing and uninstalling Applications on an Apple device when it’s under corporate?
you should understand the impact of Apple ID and corporate restrictions. Apple ID is an authentication method that is used on Apple devices that contains a user’s personal settings and information. Whenever using an Apple device, Apple IDs can be used to log into an Apple device and will automatically apply the user’s settings. Organizations can implement restrictions on these devices by controlling what the settings will be applied to company Apple IDs as well as can implement restrictions on Apple devices to restrict functionality, prevent the installation of applications, and control browsing access.
What is the MacOS equivalent tool to Windows Explorer version?
Finder
What is the function of Apple Icon?
Find information on the hardware/software
Launch System Preference (demo) - Control Panel
Quit Applications
Shutdown/restart/sleep/logout
“Go” allows the user to browse to different locations and launch applications
What functions can you find at the top right of the screen?
Screen Sharing/mirroring
Wi-Fi/network configuration
Spotlight Search (Command+Spacebar)
Time and Date
What is the MacOS equivalent to Windows Task Bar?
Application launcher
Open Applications
Recently Used Application
What is the purpose of Mission control?
Mission Control shows all of the windows open on the desktop of your Mac, arranged in a single layer so it’s easy to spot the one you need. Apps that are in full screen or Split View, and desktop spaces you created are shown as thumbnails in the Spaces bar along the top edge of the screen.
Linux and Mac OS allow you to have multiple desktops. Mac Mission Control allows you to see all of your desktops and open applications and switch between them. It is somewhat analogous the Alt+Tab feature in Windows. Linux uses command-line shells to manage desktops. In Linux, you use the Ctrl+Alt+Function keys to switch between up to six different desktops, each corresponding to F1 through F6.
Gestures?
Swipe movements used with input devices with multitouch interface
Where can I use find the terminal in MacOS
Search in spotlight - Terminal (you can find this in utilities)
MacOS CLI-based application
Uses z Shell or zsh by default
Where can you find the system preferences?
Apple Icon - you can use iCloud use an Apple ID for data synchronization and App store purchases (there might restrictions if this is a corporate machine)
What is Key Chain used for?
To manage Secrets and Passwords
What application can I use for backing up files and Settings?
Time Machine
