Managing User Accounts in macOS Catalina

macOS Catalina    |    Expert
  • 10 videos | 40m 30s
  • Includes Assessment
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When multiple users share a device, each user should have their own account. Discover how to add, edit, and manage user accounts on macOS Catalina, as well as how to configure parental controls with Screen Time.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Discover the key concepts in the macos catalina: managing user accounts course
    Add additional users to your device
    Log in and customize your user account
    Manage user accounts settings
    Set and manage passwords
  • Activate and manage a guest account
    Analyze and monitor your screen time
    Set downtime periods, apps limits and communication filters
    Configure a user account for a child
    Configure parental options for applications and the internet

IN THIS COURSE

  • 38s
    This video outlines the key content covered in the Managing User Accounts course, including managing Screen Time, using multiple accounts and setting up parental controls. FREE ACCESS
  • 4m 9s
    If you're using your Mac with multiple people it's a good idea to create multiple user accounts. However, notice that only admins can create, manage and remove user accounts. Learn how to access your user menu and create a new user account with macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS
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    3.  Editing a user account in macOS Catalina
    4m 52s
    If you have been allocated a user account in a Mac device, you will be able to configure your own password and other options according to the permissions allowed by your admin. Learn how to setup your user account for the first time with macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS
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    4.  Managing multiple accounts in macOS Catalina
    3m 47s
    There are many options that can be changed or customized to meet your account needs. See how to access and change your default login account as well as configure your login screen preferences to enhance security on macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS
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    5.  Protecting your Mac with a password in macOS Catalina
    4m 41s
    You can protect your account and information by adding a password. You can also change and reset your password if your account may have been compromised. Learn how to access your password and other advanced settings in macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS
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    6.  Activating guest accounts in macOS Catalina
    4m 7s
    If you like to share your macOS Catalina device with friends or family you can activate a guest account. See how to activate your guest account as well as add parental controls if the account will be used by a young user. FREE ACCESS
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    7.  Tracking your screen time in macOS Catalina
    3m 36s
    Screen Time on macOS Catalina lets you know how long you spend on different apps and websites so you can control and modify this time. For example, learn how to track your app, notifications and pickup usage. FREE ACCESS
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    8.  Optimizing your screen time in macOS Catalina
    5m 20s
    You can optimize your screen time on macOS Catalina in different ways. For example, configure down time periods to plan time away from your screen. You can also apply restrictions to the time you spend on certain app with App Limits and filter you communications so that you aren't bothered by calls and messages during downtime. FREE ACCESS
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    9.  Setting up parental controls in macOS Catalina
    5m 51s
    Screen Time allows you to configure parental controls in a Mac device. Within the Screen Time settings you can limit and specify the time in which the Mac can be used. See how to access and set parental controls for usage time on macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS
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    10.  Configuring parental controls for apps & the web in macOS Catalina
    3m 30s
    Parental controls can be added to any user account on your Mac. You can restrict app usage and specify which websites can be accessed. See how to manage your parental controls for app and internet usage on macOS Catalina. FREE ACCESS

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