Updated to cover Macintosh system software and Power Mac technology, the guide for beginers explains how a Mac works, describes the top ten Mac programs, and explains how to troubleshoot common problems.
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Buying a Mac neatly eliminates most of the hassle, frustration, and annoyance that normally comes with buying a computer. In addition, the modern Macintosh model has everything you need built in: a modem, a CD-ROM, and a glorious color screen (built into every model except Power Macs). Selling a complete computer in one handy bundle isn’t a new idea – but rarely has it all worked together so smoothly.If the Mac is so simple, then who needs a book about it? Well, despite all the free goodies you get with the Mac, a manual isn’t among them. You need somewhere to go when things go wrong or when you want to know what the add-on software does. Macs For Dummies, 7th Edition, is the resource to turn to. This information-packed book is forAspiring or experienced graphic artistsThe computer newbie who wants to get to know the MacThe regular Mac user who want to explore the newest features and applicationsThe computer user who is switching from a Windows-based PC to the MacAnyone who is tired of battling PC viruses (there is only one known virus – easily avoided – that affects Macs!)Macs For Dummies, 7th Edition, is your complete guide to the Mac. Find out how to make movies with iMovie ; build a database with AppleWorks 6; or go wireless with the AirPort Card. Following is a hit list of just some of the things you’ll find in this book:Understanding windows, icons, and foldersGetting fast with keyboard shortcutsHooking up a printer, scanner, digital camera, or PalmPilotMaking your way onto the InternetHaving fun with e-mailMaking your laptop battery lastTroubleshooting problemsGetting familiar with Mac OS XDavid Pogue is a Macworld magazine columnist and author of six For Dummies books. His Macs For Dummies, 6th Edition, is the #1 best-selling Mac book in 19 languages.
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