The National Security Agency developed a configuration guide for default installations of Leapord.

According to Information Week, it’s not a completely comprehensive guide but it’s a good start — “While the agency’s advice may not be sufficient to stop a government agency like, say, the NSA, from accessing one’s Mac, it should significantly improve one’s security posture against less capable hackers.”

Tips cover user accounts, admin accounts, firewalls, software updates, folder permissions and more. For a few quick tips read the full article – or if you have time, download to the NSA guide.