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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 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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  2. 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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  3. 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