Question

What is the process for setting up a password on a MacBook to require entry upon startup?

Answer 1

Turn off Automatic Login.. . In System Preferences, under accounts, select your account and click "Login Options". You may have to click the lock icon below to make changes. Simply uncheck the box next to "Automatically log in as:"

Answer 2

The above answer is correct. However, make sure that the "Display login window as" List of users is selected. Otherwise you will need to type in your username each time first.