- A
Enable Guided Access in Accessibility settings
Why wrong: Guided Access is not available on macOS; it is an iOS/iPadOS feature.
- B
Configure a user account with Parental Controls set to allow only the browser app
Parental Controls (Screen Time) can limit the user to a single app, and combined with auto-login and the app set as a login item, this approximates kiosk mode.
- C
Use the 'Single App Mode' setting in System Settings
Why wrong: There is no 'Single App Mode' setting in standard System Settings; it requires MDM configuration.
- D
Set the browser as a Login Item for a standard user
Why wrong: Setting a login item only launches the app at login; the user can still quit it and access the desktop.
Question 444 of 750
How to Set Up a Mac Kiosk with a Single App Using Parental Controls
This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of macos features and tools. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A technician is configuring a new Mac mini for a kiosk application. The kiosk should run only a single web browser in full-screen mode, and users should not be able to exit the app or access the desktop. Which macOS feature should be used to enforce this?
Quick Answer
The answer is to configure a user account with Parental Controls set to allow only the browser app. This works because Parental Controls, now managed through Screen Time on macOS, can restrict a standard user account to a single approved application, effectively locking the session into that app and preventing access to the desktop or Finder. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this scenario tests your knowledge of macOS built-in security and configuration tools versus iOS-only features like Guided Access or MDM-dependent Single App Mode. A common trap is confusing iOS’s Guided Access with macOS capabilities, but remember: Guided Access is for iPhones and iPads, not Macs. For a quick memory tip, think “Parental Controls = Kiosk Controls” on macOS, as they are the native GUI method to enforce single-app kiosk mode without third-party software.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Configure a user account with Parental Controls set to allow only the browser app
Option B is correct because macOS Parental Controls (now part of Screen Time) can restrict a standard user account to a single app, such as a web browser. When configured to 'Allow only this app,' the system prevents the user from switching apps, accessing the desktop, or exiting the browser, which is exactly what a kiosk requires.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Enable Guided Access in Accessibility settings
Why it's wrong here
Guided Access is not available on macOS; it is an iOS/iPadOS feature.
- ✓
Configure a user account with Parental Controls set to allow only the browser app
Why this is correct
Parental Controls (Screen Time) can limit the user to a single app, and combined with auto-login and the app set as a login item, this approximates kiosk mode.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Use the 'Single App Mode' setting in System Settings
Why it's wrong here
There is no 'Single App Mode' setting in standard System Settings; it requires MDM configuration.
- ✗
Set the browser as a Login Item for a standard user
Why it's wrong here
Setting a login item only launches the app at login; the user can still quit it and access the desktop.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates confuse macOS Parental Controls with iOS Guided Access, or assume a nonexistent 'Single App Mode' setting exists in System Settings, leading them to pick A or C.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Under the hood, Parental Controls enforce single-app mode by applying a system-level restriction via the `com.apple.familycontrols` framework, which hooks into the Dock and Mission Control to block app switching. This is often used in library or retail kiosks where the browser must run full-screen with no escape, and can be further hardened by disabling the Finder and hiding the menu bar via `defaults write` commands.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 220-1202 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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macOS Features and Tools — This question tests macOS Features and Tools — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Configure a user account with Parental Controls set to allow only the browser app — Option B is correct because macOS Parental Controls (now part of Screen Time) can restrict a standard user account to a single app, such as a web browser. When configured to 'Allow only this app,' the system prevents the user from switching apps, accessing the desktop, or exiting the browser, which is exactly what a kiosk requires.
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