Advanced Apple Platform Security, Integrations, & Management
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Advanced Apple Platform Security, Integrations, & Management
This course is part of Modern Apple Platform Admin: macOS & iOS Essentials Specialization
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What you'll learn
Enforce Apple device security with Mosyle Fuse through hardening, compliance, and malware detection.
Manage Apple Intelligence features via MDM to enhance device productivity and automation.
Deploy, update, and report on macOS apps with Deploy Pro and Mosyle integration.
Evaluate macOS device performance and manage beta software with AppleSeed for IT.
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There are 7 modules in this course
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Take your Apple device management skills to the next level with advanced strategies for securing, integrating, and managing Apple platforms in professional environments. This course offers hands-on guidance using industry tools like Mosyle Fuse, Deploy Pro, and Apple Business Manager to address modern enterprise needs. You’ll begin by exploring advanced security protocols, including device hardening, compliance management, and malware detection for iOS and macOS. From there, you'll dive into managing Apple Intelligence on devices via MDM, followed by application lifecycle management using Deploy Pro and Mosyle integrations. The course also covers AppleTV management, beta software workflows using AppleSeed for IT, and using evaluation utilities for performance assessments. Community resources and certification guidance round out your learning journey. This course is ideal for experienced IT professionals and Apple administrators who want to deepen their expertise. Prior experience with MDM platforms and Apple ecosystem tools is strongly recommended. By the end of the course, you will be able to implement enterprise-grade Apple security protocols, manage Apple Intelligence features, integrate app deployment platforms, and evaluate device performance for continuous improvement.
In this module, we will focus on managing the security of Apple devices using Mosyle Fuse. You will learn how to harden and enforce compliance across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices, as well as leverage Mosyle’s malware detection and removal capabilities. Additionally, we will explore how to configure temporary admin privileges to maintain security without compromising user efficiency.
What's included
4 videos2 readings1 assignment
4 videos•Total 18 minutes
- Hardening & Compliance for iOS/iPadOS•5 minutes
- Hardening & Compliance for macOS•3 minutes
- Malware Detection & Removal for macOS•4 minutes
- Admin on Demand for macOS•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Advanced Apple Security, Integrations, & Management'•10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Managing Apple Device Security with Mosyle Fuse - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore Apple’s on-device intelligence features and their impact on device management. You will learn how to manage these features using local settings and Mobile Device Management (MDM) for iPhones, iPads, and Macs. We will provide hands-on demonstrations for both iOS and macOS devices.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 33 minutes
- Introduction to Apple Intelligence•5 minutes
- Managing Apple Intelligence on Device•19 minutes
- Managing Apple Intelligence via MDM - iOS•6 minutes
- Managing Apple Intelligence via MDM - macOS•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Managing Apple Intelligence - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we revisit the management of macOS software applications using advanced tools like Deploy Pro and Software Center. Learn how to integrate these tools with Mosyle MDM, deploy software efficiently, and generate reports to track application statuses across your managed devices.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 44 minutes
- Introduction to Deploy Pro•4 minutes
- Installing Software Center•3 minutes
- Managing Applications with Deploy Pro•20 minutes
- Integrating Deploy Pro with Mosyle•8 minutes
- Deploy Pro Reporting•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Managing Mac Software Applications (Revisited) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through the process of managing AppleTV devices using Mosyle MDM. You will learn how to add AppleTVs to MDM, automate their deployment, and efficiently manage settings and updates. Additionally, we will demonstrate how to control AppleTV device behavior to ensure seamless integration within your organization.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 14 minutes
- Adding AppleTVs as Managed Devices•5 minutes
- Deploying AppleTV with Mosyle MDM•6 minutes
- Managing AppleTVs with Mosyle MDM•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- AppleTV Device Management with Mosyle MDM - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to AppleSeed for IT, a program that allows IT professionals to test pre-release software. You will learn how to enable AppleSeed access for managed Apple accounts, deploy beta software across test devices, and create effective testing plans. Additionally, we’ll guide you on using the Feedback Assistant to provide valuable insights to Apple, helping improve future software versions.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 17 minutes
- Introduction to AppleSeed for IT•2 minutes
- Enable AppleSeed for IT for Managed Apple Accounts•1 minute
- Managing Beta Software Installs•3 minutes
- Testing Plans•5 minutes
- Feedback Assistant•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- AppleSeed for IT - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the Mac Evaluation Utility and its role in advanced Apple platform security and management. We will walk through how to generate a full evaluation report and understand the key metrics it provides. By the end, you’ll be equipped to use these reports to enhance organizational security and device oversight.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 7 minutes
- Introduction to the Mac Evaluation Utility•2 minutes
- Creating a Report•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Mac Evaluation Utility - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you on where to go next in your Apple IT journey. You’ll discover the wealth of resources available through the Mac Admin community, including forums and conferences. Additionally, we’ll outline the steps to pursue Apple’s official certification paths to further your career and expertise in Apple IT management.
What's included
3 videos1 reading3 assignments
3 videos•Total 7 minutes
- Mac Admin Community•3 minutes
- Apple Certification•2 minutes
- Bonus Lecture•3 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'Advanced Apple Security, Integrations, & Management'•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
- Where To Go From Here - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
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