macOS Basics and Navigation

This tutorial by Anson Alexander provides a comprehensive guide for beginners on using macOS, especially for those transitioning from Windows. It covers the macOS interface, Spotlight, Finder, system settings, and applications like Safari. The video also explains how to customize the dock, manage files, and install applications, offering practical tips for efficient use of macOS.

What is the primary focus of this macOS tutorial?

• Advanced macOS features

• Gaming on macOS

• Transitioning from Windows to macOS

• Programming on macOS

Where can you find the 'About This Mac' option?

• In the Finder menu

• In the Apple menu

• In the Dock

• In the Spotlight search

What is the macOS equivalent of Windows Explorer?

• Safari

• Finder

• Spotlight

• Launchpad

Which application is equivalent to Microsoft Word on macOS?

• Numbers

• Pages

• Safari

• Keynote

How can you access system settings on macOS?

• Using Spotlight search

• Through the Dock

• Via the Apple menu

• By right-clicking on the desktop

What is the keyboard shortcut to open Spotlight on macOS?

• Command + Spacebar

• Command + S

• Command + F

• Command + Shift

What does the green button on a macOS window do?

• Opens a new window

• Closes the window

• Maximizes or tiles the window

• Minimizes the window

How do you install a new application on macOS?

• Use the App Store

• Right-click and select 'Install'

• Double-click the .exe file

• Drag the .dmg file to the Applications folder

What should you do to keep an application in the Dock?

• Drag it to the desktop

• Use Spotlight to search for it

• Right-click and select 'Keep in Dock'

• Double-click the application

How can you change the default web browser on macOS?

• Using Spotlight search

• By right-clicking on the browser icon

• In the system settings under 'Desktop & Dock'

• In the Safari settings