Apple seems very weak on security (except for filevault software level encryption). What I would like to know is if there is a bios level protection that blocks the user from reaching the OS splashscreen? This is basic stuff and I would be surprised if MBP doesnt have it!!! Anyone?
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bios level security on MBP
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There is no BIOS on Intel Macs. Read on for security info:
Mac OS X Security
Mac OS X Security Tech Brief
Setting up firmware password protection in Mac OS X 10.1 or later (read specifics for Intel EFI and 10.4)
Mac OS X Security
Mac OS X Security Tech Brief
Setting up firmware password protection in Mac OS X 10.1 or later (read specifics for Intel EFI and 10.4)
Ok thanks, so if I understand correctly there is a type of "bios" level protection for the intel mac, I guess I will try it.
sorry to blurt in but what other features are there in the EFI?? where u can change boot devices, or change the time and change CPU multiplyers??? all that sorta bios crap? is EFI command based or is there a GUI behind it?