- Updated and enhanced to cover version 10.2 (Jaguar), including enhanced information on using OS XUs powerful Unix features- Offers scores of undocumented tips and secrets on installation; taking advantage of hot new features; setting up OS X on a network; running older applications in emulation mode; and using Sherlock 3, AirPort, iChat, iCal, Address Book, Apple Mail, and QuickTime 6- Expanded and enhanced troubleshooting tips- Covers exciting new interface changes and includes tricks for multitasking and customizing a system
Covers the features and functions of the Macintosh operating system, with information on such topics as Launchpad, FaceTime, the app store, iCloud, Safari, iChat, and iTunes.
Coinciding with Apple's newest system release, Harmony, the "Macworld System 7.X Bible" does not only provide the new user with basic information, but also proves to be a valuable "must have" for the veteran power user. The CD has over 100 tutorials, demos, filters, and fonts.
The Mac Upgrade and Repair Bible, 2nd Edition addresses the changes in the Mac market, offering coverage of new Macs and new Macintosh technologies. Specifically, the book has been enlarged and expanded to cover the iMac line, from the original iMac through the iMac DV series, the iBook line, the PowerBook G3 series and the Power Macintosh G3 and G4 machines that have been introduced since the first edition. All of these machines offer new ways to expand and upgrade storage, processing and input/output tasks. Likewise, they offer new troubleshooting and repair issues. Includes a CD-ROM packed with powerful utilities.
This book combines Apple's trademark visual elegance with the underlying stability of UNIX, which adds up to a rock-solid operating system. Pogue covers each of the control panels and bonus programs that come with Mac OS X, including iTunes, Mail, Sherlock, and Apache, the built-in Web-server.
If Mac OS 9 can do it, you can do it too … From its Sherlock 2 search engine to its voiceprint passwords, Apple's new operating system is packed with ingenious features that make your life easier. This all-in-one guide explains how to make the most of OS 9's capabilities, whether you're a Mac veteran or you just bought your first iMac. So let Mac experts Lon Poole and Todd Stauffer take you on a grand tour of this amazing OS — and show you step-by-step how to maximize your Mac! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Mac OS 9 Master Mac OS fundamentals, from the desktop and Finder to the Internet and e-mail Find out about new Mac OS 9 interface changes — including using the Control Pad and customizing the Finder for multiple users Harness Sherlock 2 to make online research — and shopping — a snap Create personalized desktops for every member in your household, class, or workgroup Protect your privacy with encryption, voice recognition, and other beefed-up security features Share files and create your own customized network over the Internet Use AppleScripts to automate operations and even work on your Mac remotely Take your Mac's video, sound, and recording capabilities to the max Tackle problems yourself with the new enhanced and updated troubleshooting guide www.idgbooks.com
The complete guide to Mac OS X, fully updated for the newest release! The Mac's solid, powerful operating system and the exploding popularity of iOS devices are fueling a strong increase in market share for Apple. Previous editions of this book have sold more than 75,000 copies, and this new edition is fully updated with all the exciting features of OS X Mountain Lion, including Game Center, Messages, and Notifications. Written by industry expert Galen Gruman, it covers all the basics and then delves deep into professional and higher-end topics, making it the one book you need to succeed with Mac OS X. Mac sales are booming, and those who are just getting started with a Mac need the detailed coverage in this guide Includes tips, tricks, and advanced information for those ready to step up to the next level with their Macs With both basic coverage and more in-depth explorations of professional and advanced features, this book is ideal for both Mac newcomers and veterans who want to master all the functionality of the new system Mac OS X Bible is the comprehensive resource on using the newest version of Mac OS X and taking full advantage of its power.
Landau, contributing editor to "Macworld" magazine and the Webmaster for MacFixIt, a Web site for Mac troubleshooting, offers clear, step-by-step instructions that are as useful for near-beginners as for pros. Not only does Landau show readers how to fix things and prevent problems, but he sharpens their diagnostic skills so they can fix problems that aren't discussed in the book.
A hands-on book filled with practical advice, "Macworld Mac OS 8 Bible" covers the biggest Mac OS change since 1992. Readers will learn insider's tips about the new built-in Internet capabilities of OS 8. The author is the original Mac Answer Man, "Macworld" magazine's Quick Tips columnist.
Your essential, no-holds-barred guide to Mac security threats and solutions Myth number one: Macs are safer than PCs. Not really, says author Joe Kissell, named one of MacTech's "25 Most Influential People" in the Mac community for 2008. In this timely guide, he not only takes you beyond the myths, he also delves into the nitty-gritty of each potential threat, helping you weigh the pros and cons of the solutions you might choose. Learn to measure risk versus inconvenience, make informed decisions, and protect your Mac computers, your privacy, and your data with this essential guide. Explains the security threats to Macs, including data in transit from your e-mail or network, and malware such as viruses, worms, and Trojan horses; these threats, formerly the exclusive worry of PC users, now increasingly threaten Macs Explores physical security and hardware barriers, software settings, third-party solutions, and more Shows Mac OS X users how to develop and enforce security policies Covers security for Windows running on a Mac with Boot Camp, virtualization software such as Parallels Desktop or VMware Fusion, and more Learn the full range of options you need to consider to make your Mac safe. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.