Serenity.. wrote:
HELP.. I just noticed there's a shared user on my macbook pro. What does this mean and how did this person get on my macbook? I have no idea who this person is and I would like them removed. I'm new to using a mac. Please help me. Thank you in advance for your help.
Hi Serenity- I would say no your Mac is not hacked.
Are you using a wireless router? Is it password protected, if not that is your first step.
Under the >System Preferences>Sharing you can uncheck any or all.
In iTunes check to see Home sharing is not turned on under Advanced.
Also >System Preferences>Security turn on your firewall and stealth mode as options
This will protect you from broadcasting your Mac.
If you are comfortable with Terminal.app you can enter the command:
who
It could be someone in your vicinity is broadcasting there location and you happen to pick it up, but that does not mean they have to see your computer.
Turn off your bluetooth if you are not using it. This is a start. Hope it helps.