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Book Mac OS X For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Bob LeVitus
  • Publisher : For Dummies
  • Release : 2003-01-03
  • ISBN : 9780764525643
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Mac OS X For Dummies written by Bob LeVitus and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 2003-01-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So you're finally making the leap from Mac OS 9 to Mac OS X. Good for you! Or maybe you've just switched from Windows and bought a brand-spanking-new iMac. Bravo! Or perhaps you've never used a computer before and have bought a new Mac because you heard how easy they are to use. Bonus points! Whatever your reason for diving into the Aqua-filled world of Mac OS X, rest assured that you made the right choice. Thing is, Apple has made Mac OS X quite different from earlier Mac operating systems, and it's way different than Windows, so you may need a little help finding your way through that big, complicated operating system – not to mention all that great software that comes bundled with it. That's why veteran Mac-scribe Bob LeVitus has written a not-so-big, not-so-complicated Dummies book about Mac OS X. Recently revised for version 10.2 (a.k.a. Jaguar), Mac OS X For Dummies, 2nd Edition, shows you what Mac OS X is all about, without boring you silly, confusing you to the point of frustration, or poking you with sharp objects. You'll discover the information and advice you need in a language that you can understand (unlike those other computer books that shall remain nameless). Inside Mac OS X For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you'll find the following topics and more: Setting up and turning on your new Mac Getting around on the Desktop and in the Dock Finding stuff with the Finder Working with Mac OS X applications and files Surfing the Internet – Mac OS X style Sharing and printing files and documents Making your Mac your own: Setting System Preferences Troubleshooting – Yes, even Mac OS X crashes every once in a while Top Ten lists on how to speed up your Mac experience, accessories you should consider, Web sites all Mac freaks should know about, and valuable third-party software No matter what you use your Mac for – whether it's to surf the Internet, watch DVDs, listen to online music, or any number of other reasons – Mac OS X For Dummies, 2nd Edition, will get you well on your way to becoming a bona fide Mac guru.

Book Macs For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Edward C. Baig
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2013-03-13
  • ISBN : 1118650395
  • Pages : 513 pages

Download or read book Macs For Dummies written by Edward C. Baig and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-03-13 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling Mac book of all time, updated for OS X Mountain Lion and the latest hardware More and more people are joining the ranks of Mac owners each year. This popular guidebook, as user-friendly as the Mac itself, has sold more than 1.3 million copies in previous editions. In this most recent version, popular author Edward C. Baig, Personal Tech columnist for USA TODAY, covers OS X Mountain Lion, the newest MacBooks, updates to the iLife suite, and much more. All the basics are here, including setting up and navigating your Mac, using the Safari browser, making video calls with FaceTime, managing photos and videos, syncing with iCloud, and more. Mac sales are booming, and this guide helps new users or those upgrading from an earlier version take full advantage of all the newest features Covers the newest operating system, OS X Mountain Lion, as well as the latest Mac mini, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, and Mac Pro hardware Shows how to set up your Mac, navigate the desktop, use the Dock, print or fax documents, surf the web with Safari, set up e-mail, use FaceTime and iMessage, sync devices with iCloud, run Windows on a Mac, and back up your files with Time Machine Explores the newest version of the iLife suite; how to work with photos, videos, and music files; blogging and social networking; organizing your life with Reminders; setting up a network, and more Macs For Dummies, 12th Edition will help you get the most from your new Mac, quickly and easily.

Book MacBook For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Mark L. Chambers
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2021-03-31
  • ISBN : 111977568X
  • Pages : 439 pages

Download or read book MacBook For Dummies written by Mark L. Chambers and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-31 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to drive the coolest laptop on the planet You took the plunge, paid extra, and—even though it looks and feels like perfection—have that fleeting doubt: is my MacBook really worth the investment? You'll be pleased to know that the answer is totally yes, and MacBook For Dummies is the ultimate way to learn the thousand and one reasons why the MacBook Pro or Air you now own is a modern masterpiece—as well as the ten thousand and one (and counting) things you can do with it. With its super-smooth performance, top-shelf LED screen, rugged reliability, and powerful, trouble-free operating system, you're going to have a lot of fun. Keeping jargon to a minimum, Mark L. Chambers—prolific tech author and all-round Mac whiz—gives you a friendly, step-by-step welcome to everything MacBook, from reviewing the hardware and powering up for the first time to getting familiar with files, security settings, launching apps, and entering the digital netherworld of iCloud. Then, with the basics reassuringly in place, you can begin your journey to power-user mastery in whatever areas of MacBook-ing you're most interested in, from doing the accounts in Numbers to perfecting that soon-to-be-released cinematic classic (with original score) using iMovie and GarageBand. Get familiar with the latest macOS, Big Sur Communicate with Messages and FaceTime Stream music, movies, and TV shows Manage and edit photos and video clips Whether you're a PC convert, Mac veteran, or completely new to the astonishing potential of the MacBook world, you'll find everything you need to get the most out of the technical marvel that's now at your command.

Book The Internet for Macs for Dummies

Download or read book The Internet for Macs for Dummies written by Charles Seiter and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to include hot, up-to-the minute information on the Internet, this book helps users cut through the muck and get to the information they are really interested in, like exchanging ideas on the arts and sciences, reading a literary classic, or discussing TV shows on the Net. The guide also includes new information on doing business on the Net and with World Wide Web browsers.

Book Digital Wars

    Book Details:
  • Author : Charles Arthur
  • Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
  • Release : 2014-05-03
  • ISBN : 0749472049
  • Pages : 344 pages

Download or read book Digital Wars written by Charles Arthur and published by Kogan Page Publishers. This book was released on 2014-05-03 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first time that Apple, Google and Microsoft found themselves sharing the same digital space was 1998. They were radically different companies and they would subsequently fight a series of pitched battles for control of different parts of the digital landscape. They could not know of the battles to come. But they would be world-changing. This new edition of Digital Wars looks at each of these battles in turn. Accessible and comprehensive, it analyses the very different cultures of the three companies and assesses exactly who are the victors on each front. Thoroughly updated to include information on the latest developments and rising competitors Samsung, it also include a completely new chapter on how China moved from being the assembly plant for music players and smartphones, to becoming the world's biggest smartphone business.

Book Network Security For Dummies

Download or read book Network Security For Dummies written by Chey Cobb and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-05-09 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hands-on, do-it-yourself guide to securing and auditing a network CNN is reporting that a vicious new virus is wreaking havoc on the world’s computer networks. Somebody’s hacked one of your favorite Web sites and stolen thousands of credit card numbers. The FBI just released a new report on computer crime that’s got you shaking in your boots. The experts will tell you that keeping your network safe from the cyber-wolves howling after your assets is complicated, expensive, and best left to them. But the truth is, anybody with a working knowledge of networks and computers can do just about everything necessary to defend their network against most security threats. Network Security For Dummies arms you with quick, easy, low-cost solutions to all your network security concerns. Whether your network consists of one computer with a high-speed Internet connection or hundreds of workstations distributed across dozens of locations, you’ll find what you need to confidently: Identify your network’s security weaknesses Install an intrusion detection system Use simple, economical techniques to secure your data Defend against viruses Keep hackers at bay Plug security holes in individual applications Build a secure network from scratch Leading national expert Chey Cobb fills you in on the basics of data security, and he explains more complex options you can use to keep your network safe as your grow your business. Among other things, you’ll explore: Developing risk assessments and security plans Choosing controls without breaking the bank Anti-virus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems and access controls Addressing Unix, Windows and Mac security issues Patching holes in email, databases, Windows Media Player, NetMeeting, AOL Instant Messenger, and other individual applications Securing a wireless network E-Commerce security Incident response and disaster recovery Whether you run a storefront tax preparing business or you’re the network administrator at a multinational accounting giant, your computer assets are your business. Let Network Security For Dummies provide you with proven strategies and techniques for keeping your precious assets safe.

Book Macs For Seniors For Dummies

Download or read book Macs For Seniors For Dummies written by Mark L. Chambers and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-10-11 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Right now is always the right time to become a Mac expert! It’s never too late to become an expert on Macs—and this friendly, updated guide written specifically for the 50+ set is the easy way to do it! Featuring larger text and figures, Macs for Seniors for Dummies takes you through all you need to know to get the most out of your Apple computer. It makes it simple for you to stay in touch with family and friends, enjoy your favorite music, TV, and movies, and hang with the younger generation using the latest social apps and video games. Beginning with which Mac to choose for your needs, you’ll learn about setting up your computer, understanding files and folders, getting the most from the latest operating system, navigating the desktop, and troubleshooting common problems. And once you’ve found your feet there, it’ll be time to get creative with home movies and photography, chat face-to-face live on video, communicate through email—the sky’s the limit! Set up and customize your Mac Make FaceTime calls and send emails Store photos and files using iCloud Play video, movies, podcasts, and games Macs are for all ages! Show the Millennials in your life a thing or two and become a pro with yours today!

Book Overcoming Internet Addiction For Dummies

Download or read book Overcoming Internet Addiction For Dummies written by David N. Greenfield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-09-08 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to beating internet addiction and screen overuse and for living a fuller life There’s no escaping it―we live in a digital world. We work, play, socialize, and learn online, and the Internet provides many amazing opportunities. Unfortunately, because of our basic biology, we’re all susceptible to overuse and addiction to screens. Video games, social media, porn, and even scrolling online, taps into that pleasurable dopamine reward system. So, when is it time to log off or put the phone down and get help? Overcoming Internet Addiction For Dummies gives you the information, resources, and the self-assessment tools you need to discover how much is too much, along with practical suggestions on what to do about it. Learn how to take back control of your time and attention—or help your kids or loved ones get control of theirs. This comprehensive, user-friendly overview of Internet addiction is full of helpful and proven methods to help foster a healthy, balanced, and sustainable life with screens. Discover the basic biology of addiction, including why children and teens are especially susceptible. Become aware of the cognitive, psychological, and physical effects excess Internet and screen use. Learn how social media, video gaming, and Internet pornography could be getting in the way of real-time living. Find out why smartphones are not smart for you to use all the time. Understand the science of how and why you can become addicted to your screens so you can unplug more easily and use your time for what matters most. Empower yourself and your children to build a positive relationship with the Internet and digital technology. This book can help you and your loved ones plug back into life and show you where you can find information, resources, support, and treatment. Overcoming Internet Addiction is about taking back control of your time and attention and learning to manage your screen use, so it doesn’t manage you.

Book iPhone For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Edward C. Baig
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2019-10-28
  • ISBN : 1119608023
  • Pages : 420 pages

Download or read book iPhone For Dummies written by Edward C. Baig and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-10-28 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unleash the power of your iPhone! The iPhone you carry in your pocket or purse gives you enormous power to get things done. It puts you within easy reach of your family and friends, provides instant access to your favorite music, TV, and movies, lets you to follow and react to news and events, and makes it possible to share your life in pictures and video with anyone in the world—all within seconds. And this is just scratching the surface of what it can do! This updated edition of iPhone for Dummies covers the latest versions of the device and the latest version of the iOS operating system. Beginning with how to get started with a new phone—navigating the settings, hooking up to wifi, sharing audio and video — you’ll also find out the many ways in which the iPhone’s tools and applications can bring an extra dimension to all aspects of your life. Explore the latest version of iOS Change your life with must-have apps Get artsy with photos, videos, and creative applications Troubleshoot common problems with ease Whether you’re just getting started or want to get even more from your iPhone, this book puts all the power in your hands!

Book MacBook For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Mark L. Chambers
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2009-02-25
  • ISBN : 0470507608
  • Pages : 347 pages

Download or read book MacBook For Dummies written by Mark L. Chambers and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-02-25 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Got a new MacBook, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro? Want the scoop on Mac laptop basics, using Mac OS X Leopard, networking a laptop, or connecting your laptop to wireless devices? There’s no better place to find what you need than MacBook For Dummies, 2nd Edition! With your Mac laptop, you can take your movies, music, documents, e-mail, and Internet wherever the action is. MacBook For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides the lowdown on maintaining and upgrading your MacBook, customizing the Dock and desktop, traveling with a laptop, turning iPhoto into your portable darkroom, and much more. Learn to: Locate the battery compartment, iSight camera, ports, and “on” button Move your existing files from an older computer Use all the cool new features of Mac OS X Leopard Work with iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto, iDVD, and GarageBand, all packaged with your MacBook Identify the signs of a well-functioning laptop and check for trouble Set up your Mac for multiple users Explore the cool options available with a .Mac account and iDisk storage that lets you retrieve your files anywhere Manage your digital music, photos, and movies Use Bluetooth and get all your wireless devices communicating with each other And if you’ve been considering switching from a PC to a Mac, MacBook For Dummies, 2nd Edition guides you through the process and even shows you how to run Windows on your Mac laptop. If there’s a MacBook in your future — or present — this is the book for you!

Book The Internet for Macs for Dummies

Download or read book The Internet for Macs for Dummies written by Dan P. Sydow and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1997 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This quick and easy-to-use reference offers plain English translations and guides users through the Internet and the Web with helpful icons, tips and examples. If you're looking for the fastest, easiest way to have Internet features at your fingertips, keep this third edition by the your computer and never worry about remembering all those Internet functions again.

Book Macs for Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Pogue
  • Publisher : For Dummies
  • Release : 1997
  • ISBN : 9780764502255
  • Pages : 438 pages

Download or read book Macs for Dummies written by David Pogue and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1997 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning to intermediate Mac users will find a wealth of practical information to help them use their Macs for everything from word processing and creating graphics to surfing the Internet. This text has been revised to cover all the latest advances and new technology involving the Mac, including hot new Internet products and new Mac hardware. 150 illustrations.

Book The Internet for Macs for Dummies

Download or read book The Internet for Macs for Dummies written by Charles Seiter and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1994 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates information for using the Internet with Macintosh computers via Pipeline, Mosaic, national services, and do-it-yourself connections. Includes disks containing MacWeb, Pipeline and TCP/Connect II software.

Book Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro

Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro written by Hart-Davis and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-01-21 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clear instructions to help visual learners get started with their MacBook Pro Covering all the essential information you need to get up to speed with your MacBook Pro, this new edition provides you with the most up-to-date information on performing everyday tasks quickly and easily. From basics such as powering on or shutting down the MacBook Pro to more advanced tasks such as running Windows applications, this visual guide provides the help and support you need to confidently use your MacBook Pro to its full potential. Empowers you to perform everyday tasks quickly and easily Covers new hardware updates, the latest version of OS X, troubleshooting, iCloud, FaceTime, and more Walks you through working on the Mac desktop with Mission Control and Launchpad Explains how to download applications from the Mac App Store Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro, Second Edition is an ideal, fully illustrated guide for learning how to make the most of all your MacBook Pro has to offer.

Book Networking For Dummies

Download or read book Networking For Dummies written by Doug Lowe and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set up a secure network at home or the office Fully revised to cover Windows 10 and Windows Server 2019, this new edition of the trusted Networking For Dummies helps both beginning network administrators and home users to set up and maintain a network. Updated coverage of broadband and wireless technologies, as well as storage and back-up procedures, ensures that you’ll learn how to build a wired or wireless network, secure and optimize it, troubleshoot problems, and much more. From connecting to the Internet and setting up a wireless network to solving networking problems and backing up your data—this #1 bestselling guide covers it all. Build a wired or wireless network Secure and optimize your network Set up a server and manage Windows user accounts Use the cloud—safely Written by a seasoned technology author—and jam-packed with tons of helpful step-by-step instructions—this is the book network administrators and everyday computer users will turn to again and again.

Book ClarisWorks for Macs for Dummies

Download or read book ClarisWorks for Macs for Dummies written by Frank Higgins and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book takes the mystery out of ClarisWorks 3.0 by describing how the carefully designed interface can help users become more productive. Whether the user is working on a spreadsheet, word processing document, or database, ClarisWorks 3.0 for Macs for Dummies explains how to use the program's often complicated features.

Book The Internet For Dummies

Download or read book The Internet For Dummies written by John R. Levine and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 2006-05-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Created especially for the Australian customer! Get things done, find the stuff you want online If you've been feeling left behind while the world went online, wait no longer! With this friendly guide to translate Internet jargon, you'll find joining the online revolution is easy and a whole lot of fun. Fully updated, The Internet For Dummies, 3rd Australian Edition, gets you up to speed on broadband, wireless connections, email, blogging, Google and staying safe on the Internet. Discover how to: Install and operate a Web browser Establish and use an email account Keep yourself and your kids safe online Shop, bank and pay bills with your PC Download and play music and videos