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      Keeping a Mac Unlocked after user puts the machine to sleep

      Mac OS will, by default, require a password after the machine sleeps/when it is closed. This setting change will allow for the machine to stay unlocked unless there is a full system reboot or something similar.

      Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Mac OS and navigating Mac settings

      Difficulty Level: Member • Nerd • Platypus

      Estimated Time: < 5 minutes

      Expected Outcome: System will stay unlocked for a user unless there is a system reboot or manual logout of the profile

      Tools Required: Machine that runs Mac OS

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      Steps to Perform 

      1. Open system settings
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      2. Select “Security & Privacy”
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      3. Click the lock in the bottom left corner
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      4. Enter an administrator’s password
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      5. Deselect the option that says “Require password”
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      6. Re-select the lock to de-authenticate further changes to the system