Mac OS Advanced Assignment Test

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    The process of loading your computer's operating system after startup is known as?

    • Booting
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This advanced test assesses knowledge on Mac OS, covering topics like booting, target disk mode, application preferences, and system tools.

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  • 2. 

    To Turn on Voice Control on Mac?

    • Apple menu > System Preferences> Accessibility>Voice Control>Enable Voice Control

    • Apple menu > System Preferences> Security>Voice Control>Enable Voice Control

    • Apple menu > System Preferences> Mission Control>Voice Control>Enable Voice Control

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Apple menu > System Preferences> Accessibility>Voice Control>Enable Voice Control
    Explanation
    To turn on Voice Control on a Mac, you need to go to the Apple menu, then select System Preferences. From there, choose Accessibility, and then Voice Control. Finally, enable Voice Control. This option allows users to control their Mac using voice commands. The other options listed (System Preferences > Security > Voice Control and System Preferences > Mission Control > Voice Control) do not exist and are not valid steps to enable Voice Control.

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  • 3. 

    Name the internet browser that comes installed on Macs.

    • Firefox

    • Safari

    • Google Chrome

    • Web Browser

    Correct Answer
    A. Safari
    Explanation
    Safari is the internet browser that comes installed on Macs.

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  • 4. 

    The MAC application that maintains the desktop and the files and folders stored on the hard drive is called

    • Launchpad

    • Finder

    • System Preferences

    • Apple Menu

    Correct Answer
    A. Finder
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Finder because it is the default file manager and graphical user interface shell for macOS. It allows users to browse and organize their files and folders, as well as perform various actions such as copying, moving, and deleting. Additionally, Finder also provides a visual representation of the desktop and allows users to access applications and documents stored on the hard drive.

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  • 5. 

    How to Allow App in Mac through terminal ?

    • ​​​​​​sudo spctl --master-enable

    • ​​​​​​sudo spctl --master-eneble

    • ​​​​​​sudo spctl --mastar-enable

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. ​​​​​​sudo spctl --master-enable
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "sudo spctl --master-enable". This command is used in the terminal to allow an app in Mac. The "sudo" command is used to execute the following command with administrative privileges. "spctl" is a command-line tool used to manage the security assessment policy subsystem. "--master-enable" is an option that enables the master switch for assessing the security of apps. By running this command, the user allows the specified app to run on their Mac.

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  • 6. 

    What is Latest file system of Mac OS catalina? 

    • NTFS

    • SFS

    • APFS

    • ASPF

    Correct Answer
    A. APFS
    Explanation
    APFS stands for Apple File System, which is the latest file system introduced by Apple for Mac OS Catalina. It is designed to optimize storage capacity, improve performance, and enhance data security. APFS supports features like snapshots, cloning, and encryption, making it a more advanced and efficient file system compared to its predecessors.

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  • 7. 

    If you own a Mac, what would you use to encrypt your home folder?

    • FileSafe

    • IProtect

    • FileVault

    • Firewall

    Correct Answer
    A. FileVault
    Explanation
    FileVault is the correct answer for encrypting the home folder on a Mac. FileVault is a built-in disk encryption program that uses XTS-AES-128 encryption with a 256-bit key to help prevent unauthorized access to the information on your startup disk. It provides a secure way to protect your data in case your Mac is lost or stolen.

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  • 8. 

    Allow the all user to read and write the file?

    • Chmod a+rwx <filename>

    • Chmod o+rwx file name

    • Both of the above

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Chmod a+rwx <filename>
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "chmod a+rwx ". This command allows all users to read and write the file by granting read, write, and execute permissions to the owner, group, and others.

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  • 9. 

    Is it possible to downgrade mac OS High Sierra to Sierra without data lost. 

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. No
    Explanation
    It is not possible to downgrade macOS High Sierra to Sierra without data loss. Downgrading an operating system typically involves wiping the existing system and reinstalling the previous version, which results in the loss of any data that was not backed up. Therefore, choosing "No" as the answer indicates that downgrading without data loss is not possible.

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  • 10. 

    How to transfer your old Mac's data to your new Mac ?

    • Use Airdrop

    • Use migration Assistant

    • Both of the above

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Both of the above
    Explanation
    To transfer data from an old Mac to a new Mac, you can use Airdrop or the migration assistant. Airdrop allows you to wirelessly transfer files between Macs using the same Apple ID and being in close proximity. On the other hand, the migration assistant is a built-in utility that helps you transfer all your files, applications, and settings from an old Mac to a new one using a wired or wireless connection. Therefore, using both Airdrop and the migration assistant are valid methods for transferring data from an old Mac to a new Mac.

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  • 11. 

    Is it possible to recover the Mac Os without internet ? 

    • No

    • Yes

    Correct Answer
    A. No
    Explanation
    It is not possible to recover the Mac OS without internet because the recovery process requires downloading the necessary files and software from Apple's servers. Without an internet connection, the Mac would not be able to access these resources and therefore cannot be recovered.

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  • 12. 

    Can we restore time machine backup on different OS?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Time Machine backups are specifically designed to be restored on the same operating system and version that they were created on. They are not compatible with different operating systems. Therefore, it is not possible to restore a Time Machine backup on a different OS.

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  • 13. 

    Can we fixed missing user account in Single user mode on Mac?

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes
    Explanation
    In Single user mode on Mac, it is possible to fix a missing user account. Single user mode allows the user to access the command line interface and perform various troubleshooting tasks, including creating or modifying user accounts. Therefore, it is feasible to fix a missing user account in this mode.

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  • 14. 

    Name Apple's slide show program?

    • IPresentation

    • Islide

    • PowerPoint

    • There is none

    Correct Answer
    A. There is none
    Explanation
    The question asks for the name of Apple's slide show program, and the correct answer states that there is none. This means that Apple does not have a specific slide show program like PowerPoint.

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  • 15. 

    Where do most applications store their preferences in Mac OS X v10.6?

    • In a preferences database in the /Library/ folderOption 1

    • In a preferences database in each ~/Library/ folderOption 2

    • .In .DS_Store files, at the root level of each ~/ folderOption 3

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. In a preferences database in the /Library/ folderOption 1
    Explanation
    Most applications in Mac OS X v10.6 store their preferences in a preferences database located in the /Library/ folder. This means that the preferences for all users on the system are stored in a centralized location. Option 1 correctly identifies this as the location where most applications store their preferences. Option 2 is incorrect because it suggests that each user's preferences are stored in a separate preferences database in their own ~/Library/ folder. Option 3 is also incorrect because it suggests that preferences are stored in .DS_Store files at the root level of each ~/ folder, which is not the case.

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  • 16. 

    The______ key will let you start up a computer in target disk mode?

    • Press and Hold+T

    • Press and hold D

    • Command+S

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Press and Hold+T
    Explanation
    Pressing and holding the T key will allow the user to start up a computer in target disk mode. This mode enables the computer to act as an external hard drive, allowing data transfer between two computers.

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  • 17. 

    To Unhide local user account ?

    • Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 0

    • Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 1

    • Both of the above

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 0
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 0". This command creates a local user account called "hiddenuser" and sets the "IsHidden" attribute to 0, which means the account is not hidden. This command effectively unhides the local user account.

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  • 18. 

    To hide local user account ?

    • Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 0

    • Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 1

    • Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 2

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Sudo dscl . create /Users/hiddenuser IsHidden 0
    Explanation
    This command is used to hide a local user account. By setting the value of "IsHidden" to 0, the user account will not be hidden.

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  • 19. 

    How do I set up delegates in Outlook for Mac?

    • On the Tools menu, click Accounts.

    • Click the account that you want to add a delegate to, click Advanced, and then click Delegates

    • Under Delegates who can act on my behalf, click Add .

    • Type the name of the person that you want to add as a delegate.

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. On the Tools menu, click Accounts.
    A. Click the account that you want to add a delegate to, click Advanced, and then click Delegates
    A. Under Delegates who can act on my behalf, click Add .
    A. Type the name of the person that you want to add as a delegate.
    Explanation
    To set up delegates in Outlook for Mac, you need to follow these steps:
    1. On the Tools menu, click Accounts.
    2. Click the account that you want to add a delegate to.
    3. Click Advanced, and then click Delegates.
    4. Under Delegates who can act on my behalf, click Add.
    5. Type the name of the person that you want to add as a delegate.

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  • 20. 

    Can we diagnosed Mac os in Recovery Mode ?

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. No
    Explanation
    Mac OS can be diagnosed in Recovery Mode. In Recovery Mode, users can access various troubleshooting tools and utilities to diagnose and fix issues with the Mac operating system. This includes repairing disk errors, reinstalling macOS, restoring from a Time Machine backup, and running diagnostics to identify hardware problems. Therefore, the correct answer should be "Yes."

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