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Chapter 17: macOS & Linux

Alternative operating systems: Apple macOS and Linux distributions

Domain 1: Operating Systems (31%)

Presentation

Overview of macOS features and Linux fundamentals.

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Hands-On Lab

Practice navigating macOS and Linux environments.

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OS Reference

Quick reference for operating system comparison.

OS Reference

Learning Objectives

macOS

  • Navigate Finder and Dock
  • Use Spotlight search
  • Configure System Preferences
  • Manage with Time Machine backups
  • Use Terminal basics
  • Understand Apple File System (APFS)

Linux

  • Understand Linux distributions
  • Navigate the Linux file system
  • Use essential commands (ls, cd, grep, chmod)
  • Manage packages (apt, yum, dnf)
  • Edit files with nano/vi
  • Understand ext4 file system