Security & Multiple Users

Mac OS 9 includes a number of brand new features that control and enhance security and enable you to configure your computer for multiple users:

  • Keychain Access enables you to create keychain files for storing server, application, and Internet access information. This can speed up access to secure sites.

  • Security applications, such as Apple File Security and Apple Verifier enable you to encrypt files and verify that files originate from someone you trust.

  • Multiple Users enables you to configure your computer for use by more than one person. Each user can have his own custom interface for accessing files.

This chapter covers all of these features, as well as the PowerBook Security feature, which enables you to protect your ...

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