Part 1 Install and Config: Lesson 2 Flashcards
What are the four steps you should take before upgrading a system to OS X Mountain Lion?
Install Apple software and firmware updates
Verify application compatibility
Back up important files and folders
Document critical settings
What are the minimum requirements for upgrading OS X Mountain Lion?
OS X 10.68 or later 2 GB of memory 8 GB of available space Some features require an Apple ID some features require compatible internet Service provider Compatible Mac model
How can you identify if a Mac requires a firmware update?
You can identify a Mac computer’s firmware version by opening the full system report in the system information application or system profiler application. You can verify if the Mac computer’s firmware is up-to-date by visiting the Apple support website, which maintains the list of available firmware updates.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a single partition disk with OS X? How about a multiple partition disk?
Single partition drives are easier to set up initially, but they aren’t as flexible for administration and maintenance. Multiple partition drives require repartitioning during set up but provide several separate partitions, which can be used to segregate user data and host multiple operating systems.
How can you acquire the OS 10 Mountain lion installation assets?
The OS 10 Mountain lion installer can be purchased and downloaded only from the Mac App Store.
What options can you select from during the OS X Mountain lion installation?
During installation of OS X Mountain lion the only optional choice is to define an installation destination other than the Mac computer’s current default system disk.
