Purpose of running Admin and User account on system with single user?

[reubs]

I've noticed in different threads around here that some folks talk about having an admin acct while setting up a user account for person use. What's the advantage to doing that vs just using the admin account for everything?

Since wife and I now use separate computers, I'm trying to do everything possible to keep this thing running as smoothly and efficiently as possible for as long as possible!

Thanks for any info anyone can share about this.

 

[pdubak]

If your the only one using it the advantage would be for additional security from malware etc.

Why do I use my admin account for everything? It's a pain in the ass having to type in that username whenever I want to install something.

If friends want to use my laptop I just log them in on the guest account.

 

[angelwatt]

It's all about security and how secure you desire to be. Some work places have rules in place that require the worker not use an admin account for daily work. I use a standard account at home for security reasons, but each user has to determine what's appropriate for them and their setup.

 

[satcomer]

I've noticed in different threads around here that some folks talk about having an admin acct while setting up a user account for person use. What's the advantage to doing that vs just using the admin account for everything?

Since wife and I now use separate computers, I'm trying to do everything possible to keep this thing running as smoothly and efficiently as possible for as long as possible!

Thanks for any info anyone can share about this.

Security.

Now in your case I would recommend OpenDNS. You can see in this instructional video. Using this will make your browsing faster and safer.

 

[JonBorichef]

Basically, before modifying anything in your Mac's root folders and in the Library, it asks you for a password if you're in User mode. In Admin, it usually doesn't and it gives you less protection. The next time I restore my Mac, I'll make myself a User Account for that extra security.

 

[Thunderbird]

So, there's no way to turn off password protection?