Apple’s new IT tutorial series provides an immersive, step-by-step experience in Mac integration. Learn a variety of tips and tricks from our IT experts — from directory architecture to client management, there’s something for everyone. Click on the videos that interest you most.
Joining Mac OS X to Multiple Directories
Learn about basic binding to Open Directory and Active Directory, as well as domain name services and time syncing with Kerberos. Watch Now
Local Account Management on a Mac
Set up local standard and guest accounts on a Mac and learn the best uses for them. Watch Now
Open Directory Architecture
Generate an Open Directory master server, create a user object placed within the master, and look at preferences available for a user account. Watch Now
Network Account Management on a Mac
Get an overview of how to utilize a central directory server and storage system for your Mac clients. Watch Now
Dual-Directory Architecture
Learn how to manage a Dual-Directory environment including AD for user information, OD for machine policies and settings, and augment records to provide additional information such as wikis and blogs. Watch Now
Mobile Account Management on a Mac
Manage mobile accounts and portable home directories on a Mac. Watch Now
Client Management Essentials
Learn the basic concepts of Managed Client for Mac OS X, including a walk-through of critical preference settings. Watch Now
External Account Management on a Mac
Utilize external storage devices for Mac accounts and home directories, and watch an introduction to FileVault security. Watch Now
Client Management Advanced Techniques
Delve deeper into the more complex settings of managed clients (advanced preference settings, application preference manifests, and third-party preferences). Watch Now
Client Management White Paper
Introducing a comprehensive guide to help manage Mac computers in your institution. From configuration setup to preference settings — and everything in between. Expertly manage it all with one resource at hand. Download now
