Often this happens, we suddenly have something to leave, but the time is very short, the computer is open, do not want to close the lid to let the Mac hibernate? What to do if the data is lost or someone is tampering with the computer? Here's a way to make Mac OS The X system's Apple Computer, like a computer under Windows, locks the screen with one click: the computer and the software are still running, but the screen is black, you need to touch the mouse or keyboard, and then enter the password to return to the operation.
This tutorial is ideal for users who use Macs in places like companies or schools, and do not need to install any third-party software. If you want to return to activation after you lock the screen, enter a password, or you can't do anything. Screenshots are also not possible.
First go to the "keychain" app that comes with your Mac OS x system (finder-App-utility-keychain access, or click the magnifying glass button in the upper-right corner of your Mac screen Spotlight search).
Click "Keychain Access" on the top menu bar of your Mac and select "Preferences"
Tick "Show status in menu bar"
Mac top menu bar will be a more lock button, leaving the Apple Computer to lock the screen, click Select.
When the screen is locked, the Apple display will turn off, but the system and software won't be affected. Click the mouse or keyboard will appear at the beginning of this article login interface, to enter the password entered.
If you have not set (or want to modify) your Apple login password: Click on the Apple logo in the upper left corner of your Mac screen, select "System Preferences" and click "Account".
Here you can set or modify the Mac OS x system login password for Apple Computer