macOS Big Sur Essential Training

Curious about what macOS Big Sur has to offer? Tune into this comprehensive course to get up and running with this operating system from Apple.

Introduction

• Understanding macOS: The foundation of working with a Mac
• Use the exercise files
• Understand the Apple ID and iCloud accounts
• Set up an Apple ID or iCloud account
• Upgrade to macOS Big Sur

1. Getting Started

• First time setup for a new Mac
• Sign in, shut down, sleep, and restart
• Interface with windows, menus, and the toolbar
• Adjust settings in System Preferences
• Use the Control Center and customize the toolbar
• Connect accessories: Wired and Bluetooth wireless devices
• Beyond clicking: Mouse and trackpad control
• Use keyboard shortcuts
• Connect to the internet
• Set up multiple user accounts
• Update macOS

2. Finder: The Mac Filing Cabinet

• Browse through folders
• Understand essential folder structure, including the Home folder
• Use folder shortcuts
• Create folders and rename files and folders
• Copy and move files or folders
• Delete files and folders
• Get info and preview files with Quick Look
• Search for files using Spotlight
• Zip and unzip archive files
• Connect external drives

3. Using the Desktop

• Organize items on the desktop
• Customize the desktop wallpaper

4. Launch and Use Applications

• Launch applications
• Quit applications
• Customize the dock
• Multitask between multiple applications
• Use full screen and Split View
• Access application preferences
• Save files within an application

5. Work with Mail, Contacts, and Calendars

• Set up accounts for Mail, Calendar, and Contacts
• Work with the Mail application
• Use the Calendar application
• Organize address book contacts

6. Work with Other Bundled Applications

• Browse and search the web with Safari
• Clear your web history
• Use the Messages app for text-based messages
• Use FaceTime for audio and video calls
• Import and organize photos
• Organize and listen to music
• Maps
• QuickTime
• Notes
• Reminders

7. Install and Manage Applications

• Use the App Store to install and update applications
• Install software from a CD or a download from the web
• Set up a printer
• Set app privacy and permissions

8. Manage Notifications

• Work with notifications
• Work with widgets in Notification Center

9. Use Voice Control and Siri for Voice Commands

• Search and control a computer with Siri
• Learn essential voice commands for Siri
• Use Voice Control and other accessibility features

10. Share Files and Data between Devices

• Share files quickly with AirDrop
• Use Handoff to transfer tasks between an iPhone and a Mac

11. Backing Up and Security

• Back up files manually
• Set up Time Machine for automatic backups
• Restore lost files from a Time Machine backup

Conclusion

• Next steps