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Before You Begin
Step 1: Find OS X Version
Step 2: Secure Account with Strong Password
Step 3: Enable Screen Saver Password
Step 4: Norton AntiVirus
Step 5: Install Software Updates
Step 6: Configure Mac OS X Firewall
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Step 1: Find Your Mac OS X Version

The first step in securing your Mac is to know what OS version is installed. Although portions of this document are applicable for older Mac OS X versions, this was written with Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5 in mind. Use the following steps to find your Mac OS X version.

  1. From the Apple menu, select About This Mac.
  2. The version number will appear in the window.

Note: You are ENCOURAGED to upgrade your computer to Mac OS X 10.4 or later. For more information on upgrading visit Apple's web site. You may also purchase an upgrade at the Carnegie Mellon Computer Store.

next stepStep 2: Secure your Account with a Strong Password

Last Updated: 1/15/08