Macs for Dummies, 13th Edition
- 7h 19m
- Edward C. Baig
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2014
Get the most out of your Mac with this comprehensive guide
Macs For Dummies, 13th Edition is the ultimate guide to your Mac, fully updated to include information about the latest updates. The book walks you through troubleshooting, syncing mobile devices, integrating Windows, and more, so you can take advantage of everything Macs have to offer. Whether you're a new user, a recent convert, or you just want to get the most out of your Mac, this book puts all the information you need in one place.
Discover what makes Macs superior computing machines. Learn the basics, from mastering the Dock and customizing OS X, to iCloud syncing and backing up with Time Machine. You'll suddenly find your computer fun again as you make FaceTime calls and explore iLife. Plus, you'll find out that switching to OS X doesn't mean leaving your favorite Windows programs behind. Macs For Dummies, 13th Edition contains everything for the beginner or intermediate Mac user, including information about new features like the Thunderbolt port and the complete redesign of the Mac Pro. Topics include:
- Setting up your daily routine with Reminders, e-mail, and the Dock
- Exploring the native tools like iWork, iLife, and iCloud
- Customizing your experience with User Accounts, Parental Controls, and Mission Control
- Basic maintenance and troubleshooting to keep your Mac running perfectly
The book also dispenses valuable information for a veteran Mac user, including the most useful Dashboard widgets and the 10 best Mac websites that belong in your Safari bookmark menu. If you want to enjoy the true Mac experience, Macs For Dummies, 13th Edition is the most comprehensive guide on the market.
About the Author
Edward C. Baig is the Personal Tech columnist for USA Today, appears in USA TODAY Videos and on TV, and is the author of iPad For Dummies, 5th Edition and iPhone For Dummies, 6th Edition.
In this Book
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Introduction
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Adventuring into the Mac World
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The Nuts and Bolts of Your Mac
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Getting to the Core of the Apple
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Here a Mac, There a Mac, Everywhere a Mac Mac
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Making the Mac Your Own
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Mavericks—No More Feline Fetish
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Handling All That Busy Work
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Printing and Scanning
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Stairway to the Internet
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Delivering the Goods on E-Mail
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Schmoozing, Shopping, and Moving in Cyberspace
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Joining iCloud, the Club That Will Have You for a Member
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Mounting a Defense Strategy
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Living in an iTunes Nation
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Taking an iPhoto Close-up
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Shooting an iMovie Screen Test
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The Show Must Go on
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Networking Madness
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Surviving in a Windows World
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Handling Trouble in Paradise
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Ten Indispensable Mac Websites
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Ten Things to Leave You with
