Mac Os X Lion Bible

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.

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.

Tame the very latest Mac OS X cat, Snow Leopard 10.6 Snow Leopard moves faster and roars louder than its predecessor, and this comprehensive guide shows you all the ways to get the most out of this powerful new cat. Explore everything from its muscular handling of applications and streaming media to its new, game-changing support of Microsoft's ActiveSync technology. Get set up on Snow Leopard 10.6, learn professional-level security tools, and discover secret tricks and workarounds with this essential guide. Install, set up, secure, and explore Mac OX 10.6 Snow Leopard Connect to a network, work with MobileMe, and share files Meet Grand Central Dispatch and jet-propel your apps with parallel processing Get up to speed on Open CL, for faster general performance Run Windows applications and exchange files with Windows PCs Go beyond the basics with AppleScript, the Automator, and Unix commands

Demonstrates the operating system's basic features, including Internet access, file management, configuring the desktop, installing peripherals, and working with applications.

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This is the brand-new, improved, and enhanced edition of the classic "Mac OS X Bible," totally revised for Apple's latest OS X release, Tiger.

The beauty of Leopard is that there is so much more than meets the eye, including over 300 new enhancements and its ability to run on both Intel PCs and PowerPC Macs. This comprehensive reference is your best guide on how to tame this powerful new cat. You'll find the latest technologies, new wireless networking, cool Dashboard widgets, a reflective Dock, and more. Discover secret tips and workarounds that even Apple doesn't know about.