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Mac Systems Management

Posted by kdawson on from the tools-of-the-trade dept.

johannacw writes "This story has in-depth info about managing Macs using Apple's Managed Preferences architecture. It covers how to use the 14 built-in systems-management areas, how preferences interact, how to secure workstations, and how to help users access resources including applications and printers. It's a must-read for any systems admin working in a Mac or mixed environment. Written by Ryan Faas, this is a follow-up to his popular Inside Apple's Workgroup Manager."

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  1. Re:A basic article about a 2-year-old OS is news? by intx13 · · Score: 1, Funny

    It's not like the information isn't already out there... like in the product documentation.
    FMs are less read than FAs!

    Did the editor think it was about 10.5 or something?
    I'm sorry, I don't understand... what is this "editor" you speak of? :)
  2. Re:A basic article about a 2-year-old OS is news? by Whiney+Mac+Fanboy · · Score: 5, Funny

    Seriously, why is this on Slashdot? Did the editor think it was about 10.5 or something?

    Indeed - this so-called-article is taking up valuable iPhone fluff story screen real estate.

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  3. Re:Manage your macs... by Lehk228 · · Score: 3, Funny

    but managing macs IS easy

    1) turn on mac

    2)periodically remind typical mac user that the computer is not thirsty and does not require watering like a plant.

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  4. Re:Interesting but.... by somersault · · Score: 3, Funny

    "If you really need to blend in with your Active Directory environment, you can" use a BlendTec blender!

    Couldn't resist..

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    which is totally what she said