I got my new Imac today, first mac, AMAZING - how to setup security?
Hello,
what a computer, i was scared of the glossy screen , but is amazing all is amazing so far.
What should i do regarding the security ? ( spyware, virus etc )
I found the firewall and set it to he most secure mode, so I only allow the programs I want - did i do right?
Please tell me what else I should do , to make it more secure.
There are some options but i dont understand them and I am lost.
many thx for ur help in advance
anteros27 wrote:
thx. Could u please help me which are the best setting to make under the security in my Imac?
I have a bit of a long list.
Feel free to post back for clarification.
First, and MOST important, make SURE you are NOT in an admin account.
Go to >System Preferences...>Accounts, unlock the lock, click the "+" to make a new account, make it an administrator account, and then take away your own account's admin privileges.
Next (assuming you already have the firewall on, which you stated you did), go to >System Preferences...>Security>Firewall, unlock the lock if necessary, click "Advanced", and check both boxes. Click "OK".
Also make sure that you don't have any applications added to the "Allow" section, unless you NEED them there. (NOTE: The most secure firewall mode is "Allow Only Essential Services".)
Next, staying in the "Security" preference pane, click "General".
Check the boxes: "Disable Automatic Login", "Require Password to Unlock Each Secure System Preference Pane", and "Use Secure Virtual Memory".
Then restart.
Those methods, along with being careful with what you install, and/or give access to your mac, will keep your mac secure from any intruders.
Good luck!
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