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Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies

Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies
By Bob LeVitus

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Product Description

* Delivers just what users need to have more fun and get more done with the latest version of Mac OS X
* Written by popular Mac authority Bob LeVitus, aka "Dr. Mac," whose previous books have more than 2 million copies in print
* Topics covered include Mac OS X basics, customizing the Dashboard, navigating the Finder, working with the Dock, searching with Sherlock, getting on the Internet, using Apple Mail and iChat, syncing up with iSync, automating tasks with Automator, video conferencing with iChat AV, operating in classic mode, sharing a Mac, and troubleshooting Mac OS X
* Mac OS X remains a hot computer book topic
* Published to coincide with Apple's release of "Leopard


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #3177 in Books
  • Published on: 2007-10-26
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 432 pages

Editorial Reviews

Mac User, February 2008
"...the book admirably teaches a useful range of keyboard short cuts...a good introduction to the Mac."

Synopsis
Mac OS X Leopard is the new cat in town, and wait until you see all the tricks it can do! Whether you're new to the Mac or a long time Mac-thusiast, "Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies" is the fun and friendly way to have your Leopard purring in no time. While the Mac has built its reputation in part on being user-friendly, OS X Leopard has lots of features that do lots of things - and that's where "Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies" puts you a step ahead. If you're meeting your first Mac, start at the beginning and you'll feel like a pro in no time. If you're familiar with earlier incarnations of OS X, you can jump right to the chapters on organizing your files and getting a sneak peek with Quick Look, backing up with the cool new Time Machine, using Spaces to manage Finder and application windows, and getting down with all the cool Mac multimedia features.

"Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies" shows you how to: customize your Dock and desktop; search smarter with Spotlight; sync your contacts and calendars; watch movies, play music, and download digital photos or video; start video chats on the fly; surf the Web with Safari-safely; get organized with Spaces; run Microsoft Windows on an Intel-based Mac; protect your kids with Parental Controls; and, set up a network and share files. Written by Bob LeVitus, a.k.a. 'Dr. Mac', "Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies" is quite likely the fastest and easiest way to tame a Leopard!

From the Back Cover
Simplify backups with Time Machine and protect your data
The fun and easy way(r) to unleash the power of Leopard's exciting features

Want to sink your claws into Leopard? Whether you're new to the Mac or a longtime Mac-thusiast, this friendly guide gets you up and running with Apple's latest OS. From navigating the Finder and adding Dashboard widgets to networking, using speech recognition and accessibility features, and troubleshooting, you'll find everything you need to make the most of this sleek operating system

Discover how to:

Customize your Dock and Desktop

Search smarter with Spotlight

Sync contacts and calendars with ease

Start video chats on the fly

Surf the Web safely

Get organized with Spaces