Product Description

This lavishly illustrated color manual to Mac OS X can be read as both a manual and a compelling, highly visual reference. It anticipates users′ questions and problems, offering concise, visual explanations to help them make the move to Mac OS X as smooth and trouble–free as possible. It is suitable for those who are encountering a Mac for the first time, as well as existing Mac users who are transitioning from OS 9 to the new operating system. The book features simple instruction rather than technical overload. Aimed at both the novice and intermediate–level user, it gently lures and teaches readers with annotated color images of screens, menus, and tools, as well as representation of immediate concerns within OS X and a cross–reference of pertinent chapters.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #833252 in Books
• Published on: 2003-02-07
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Review
"...a concise OS X migration guide...easy–to–navigate..." (Mac World, June 2003)

"...superbly illustrated as an intelligent guide for beginners to OS X, this one′s hard to beat..." (Mac Format – 5/5 Editors Choice, September 2003)

From the Back Cover
If you hate to read manuals, this book′s for you!

Ready to explore the exciting new world of Mac OS X? Here′s your travel guide! Packed with full–color screen shots and diagrams, plus clear, simple instructions, it will take you step by step through the transition from OS 9 to OS X V.10.2 Jaguar, help you find and use your old files, introduce you to the cool digital hub, and protect you from all the pitfalls along the way.
∗ Set up OS X quickly and easily, even if this is your first Mac
∗ Discover the new Finder and set your Preferences
∗ Learn to use MacHelp and Sherlock
∗ Meet OS X′s new user interface
∗ Find the old features in new places
∗ Search and surf the Internet with ease
∗ Become a power user with Unix commands and AppleScripts
∗ Find out how to keep your Mac healthy

Customer Reviews

New to OS X? You have come to the right place
A book that is simple, clear and to the point. This book does what it states on the cover.
If you are "Swithcing" or moving to OS X this is a great start. Tells everything you need in a logical way. Not the bible but a great starter and for most will be all that's needed.
Plenty of Illustartions and should be on the top of the list if you have just purchased a new Mac. Printed on good quality paper and easy to read. I'm surprised as to why this book has not been reviwed before.
You can buy one of the other highly rated books, that will stay in your book shelf for ever(like my other buys).
Highly Recommended.