how to auto sign in ?

Mac Mini 2014 Catalina.

How to auto log in with no name/password, as before Catalina ?

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Mac mini, macOS 10.15

Posted on Apr 8, 2020 5:55 AM

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garyfromrio linda

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Posted on Apr 8, 2020 6:14 AM

Go toUsers and Groups in System Preferences, unlock, then click Login Options. You will be given a window with the option to log in automatically plus a few other options.

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garyfromrio linda

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Apr 8, 2020 6:14 AM in response to canadiancoline

Go toUsers and Groups in System Preferences, unlock, then click Login Options. You will be given a window with the option to log in automatically plus a few other options.

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