Monitoring Macintosh Computers


The Macintosh Computer, more commonly referred to as the "Mac," is a personal computer developed, designed, and sold exclusively by Apple Inc. Many users are satisfied with the stability, ease of use, and functions provided by a Mac.

While the Mac is arguably more stable than a desktop PC and therefore less susceptible to viral attacks, the threat of cyber misconduct by someone using your Mac is still very real. Whether you've provided a Mac for your home or business, monitoring the Mac's usage will help keep you safe.

Local vs. Remote Monitoring

Macintosh Computer Local Mac Monitoring is a monitoring solution for a Mac that you have regular access to. Monitored files are kept on the Mac, and you can access them at your convenience with a secret key sequence. Users are not aware of the presence of Monitoring software.

Remote Mac Monitoring also keeps a secret record of monitored files. These files are stored online for you to view remotely, LIVE, from anywhere over the internet. You would use Remote Monitoring software for a Mac that you don't have regular access to, or is password protected.

Monitoring your Child's System

It's important to know what your child does while using your Mac. Your child may not have proper judgment when dealing with personal information. It's best to know firsthand before delinquency gets out-of-hand.

You Can Monitor Your Child's:

  • Keystrokes and Passwords
  • Websites Visited
  • Screenshots
  • Social Network Correspondence
  • Documents or applications changed
  • Email and Instant Messages

By monitoring your Mac's use, you will be able to pinpoint where misconduct occurred, and perhaps put a stop to dangerous activity. You can see why you've had a glitch, find out who used your credit card, or keep an eye on your child's social interaction.

Monitoring your Employee's System

It's also important to monitor a Mac you've provided for your workplace. Users take advantage of the implied anonymity when using someone else's Mac. When you monitor the Mac you've provided for business, you will be able to hold users accountable for misconduct.

By monitoring your business Mac, you will know for sure if employees are goofing off, leaking sensitive data, or stealing clients. By monitoring productivity, you will know who's helping the business, and who's hindering it.

Increase Productivity by Monitoring:

  • Keystrokes, to evaluate performance
  • Websites Visited
  • Screenshots
  • Documents Viewed or Changed
  • Applications Used
  • Emails Sent and Received
  • When computer is not being used

Mac Notebook vs. Mac Computer Monitoring

Macintosh Notebook ComputerMac Notebooks and Mac Computers work the same. Notebooks were designed to be portable, allowing the user to take the Notebook to meetings, classes, or anywhere. Since notebooks are mobile, they usually won't last as long as their static, desktop cousins. The frequent change in G-forces will wear down any moving parts.

So it doesn't matter if you need to monitor your Mac Notebook or your Mac Desktop computer. Both systems use the same programs. One thing worth noting is that Notebooks are often used off the internet, so any remote monitoring of a notebook computer may be interrupted by lack of connection.

The Truth Can Hurt and Help

Be aware that when you're monitoring a computer, you're monitoring the raw truth of how one uses your computer. The truth can hurt sometimes. Just because someone has an honest opinion, it doesn't make it true.

Don't worry about what someone might say about you. It's important to weed out offenders by monitoring how they use your computer. Truth is knowledge, and knowledge is power. It's hard to know who to fully trust, as most people keep secrets. For the safety of your home and business, it's really best to know what's going on with your computer by monitoring activity.