If that VPN software isn't amenable to switching users without invalidating the VPN connection (which makes sense from a security standpoint), then, it will log you out of the VPN.
The problem arises if you are also using that machine to connect via a VPN to some corporate/enterprise infrastructure. However, on a corporate/enterprise machine, you will have multiple accounts (usually, your account, an "admin" rights like account, and the "corporate admin" like account). Normally, this isn't a problem, as it has the same behavior as just locking the computer. If you have multiple accounts on the computer, you will see those appear. Ctrl-Shift-Eject really brings up the "login" screen. Locking your computer is an ancillary benefit to what it's really doing. Your password is required to start using the computer again.For completeness sake, Ctrl-Shift-Eject does more than just lock your computer. Move your mouse to the corner you set up as your Hot Corner. If you've set up a Hot Corner using the previous procedure, you can use this procedure to lock your screen without waiting for the screen saver to start. Next, set up a Hot Corner so you can quickly activate the screen saver when you leave your computer.Ĭlick Screen Saver, and then click Hot Corners.Ĭlick the list next to the corner of the screen you want to use as a hot corner and select Start Screen Saver, and then click OK. How to Set Up a Hot Corner to Lock Your Screen Manually Your password is required to start using the computer again.
When your computer has been inactive for the set interval, the screen saver starts. How to Set Your Computer to Lock Your Screen Automaticallyįrom the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.Ĭlick Screen Saver, and then use the slider to choose 15 minutes (or less).Ĭlick Show All to go back to the main System Preferences window.Ĭlick Security, and then click Require password to wake this computer from sleep or screen saver. You can also lock your screen manually using a Hot Corner. You should set up a screen saver that will start after your computer has been idle for a set interval (15 minutes or less). When you leave your computer, it’s best to start a screen saver that can only be turned off with a password.
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