ACS MacOS & iOS Configuration & Management 5

Question 1

Which macOS utility allows a technician to create a bootable macOS installer on a USB drive from the command line?

Accepted Answer

createinstallmedia

Answer

The `createinstallmedia` tool, bundled inside the macOS installer app, creates a bootable USB installer with a single command.

Question 2

In iOS, what does enabling 'Lost Mode' via MDM do?

Accepted Answer

Locks the device, displays a message, and tracks GPS location

Answer

Lost Mode locks an iOS device with a passcode, displays a custom message with a contact number, and enables real-time location tracking via MDM.

Question 3

What macOS feature, introduced with Apple Silicon Macs, replaces the older EFI-based firmware password?

Accepted Answer

Startup Security Utility with Full Security policy

Answer

Apple Silicon Macs use Startup Security Utility with a Full Security policy to restrict boot sources, replacing the EFI firmware password of Intel Macs.

Question 4

An administrator needs to silently push a specific version of an app to managed iPhones without using the App Store. What is required?

Accepted Answer

A Volume Purchase Program (VPP) / Apps and Books license assigned via MDM

Answer

Apps and Books (formerly VPP) in Apple Business Manager allows organizations to purchase and silently push App Store apps to MDM-managed devices.

Question 5

Which macOS tool is used to manage local user accounts, groups, and directory bindings from the command line?

Accepted Answer

dscl

Answer

The `dscl` (Directory Service command line) tool reads and writes to local and network directory services, including user and group management.

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ACS MacOS & iOS Configuration & Management 5