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* '''Keychain Access''': A password management system that stores passwords, keys, certificates, and secure notes. * '''Open Directory''': The directory service used for managing user accounts and authentication. * '''Password Management Tools''': Utilities like `System Preferences`, `dscl`, and `passwd` for managing user passwords.
* '''Password Encryption''': Uses strong encryption to secure passwords stored in the Keychain. * '''Password Policies''': Enforce rules such as minimum length, complexity, and expiration periods through Open Directory or Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions. * '''Password Management Tools''': Provide commands and graphical interfaces for users and administrators to change passwords, set expiration dates, and configure password policies. * '''Authentication Mechanisms''': Integrates with various authentication methods, including local accounts, LDAP, Active Directory, and iCloud Keychain.
* Open `System Preferences`. * Go to `Users & Groups`. * Select the user account and click `Change Password`.
```bash passwd```
* Open `Keychain Access` from the `Utilities` folder. * View and manage stored passwords, certificates, and secure notes. * Use the `Add Keychain` option to add or remove keychains.
* Open `Directory Utility`. * Go to `Edit` > `Change Password Policies` to set policies for password length, complexity, and expiration.