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logisticalgummy t1_iwq2bl2 wrote

Reply to comment by iwantcookies2020 in Friend Lost Laptop on Q Train 11/15/22 by tehcurrent

I imagine if it’s a Mac laptop, it would be difficult to reset. If it’s anything like the iPhone, then it will be pretty much impossible to get in without a password.

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bitter_vet t1_iws2jf5 wrote

on a mac ? You just need to reboot into recovery mode and wipe the drives then reinstall the OS. There is nothing stopping you.

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shamam t1_iws3gyf wrote

A firmware password would stop you.

Source: I set a firmware password.

Edit: Most people don't do this.

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