What you'll learn

Modern enterprise environments rely on secure, reliable network connectivity, but improperly configured macOS devices can create security vulnerabilities and management challenges. In this course, Network and Security Configurations in macOS, you’ll learn how to configure, secure, and troubleshoot macOS devices in enterprise environments. First, you’ll explore network configuration fundamentals, including setting up connections through System Settings and the command line, understanding how IP addressing and DNS work together, and using troubleshooting tools to diagnose connectivity issues. Next, you’ll discover how to secure network connections with the macOS firewall and configure SSH for remote access. You’ll also learn how to manage passwords and certificates with Keychain and configure privacy settings for enterprise use. Finally, you’ll learn how to strengthen device security through password policies and multi-factor authentication, understand how macOS protects against malware, manage software update strategies, and apply least privilege principles to user accounts. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of network and security configurations in macOS needed to deploy, secure, and maintain connected macOS devices in enterprise settings.