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OS X is Apple's advanced, "next generation" operating system. It combines the power and stability of UNIX with the simplicity and elegance of the Macintosh. Creating movies, managing music files, and creating digital photography projects are just a few of things users can do with OS X. This full-color guide will have beginners and returning Mac users alike up and running with this powerful new technology in no time.
List of contents
From the contents:
Chapter 1: MAC OS X BASICS.
Introduction to Mac OS X.
The Mac OS X Screen.
Display or Hide the Toolbar.
Using the Dock.
Scroll Through a Window.
Close a Window.
Move a Window.
Resize a Window.
Minimize a Window.
Zoom a Window.
Arrange Icons in a Window.
Clean Up a Window.
Switch Between Windows.
Force an Application to Quit.
Restart Your Computer.
Shut Down Your Computer.
Getting Help.
Chapter 2: VIEW FILES.
View Personal Folders and Applications.
View the Contents of Your Computer.
View the Contents of a Disc.
Change the View of Items in a Window.
Display File Information.
Chapter 3: WORK WITH FILES.
Select Files.
Open a File.
Open a Recently Used Application or File.
Rename a File.
Duplicate a File.
Move or Copy a File.
Delete a File.
Empty the Trash.
Create a Folder.
Print a File.
Manage Files Waiting to Print.
Search for Files.
Using Favorites.
Copy Files to a CD or DVD.
Chapter 4: CUSTOMIZE YOUR COMPUTER.
Add or Remove Icons from the Dock.
Customize the Dock.
Change the Screen Effect.
Change the Desktop Picture.
Change the Display Settings.
Change the Sound Settings.
Change the Mouse Settings.
Change the Date or Time.
Change the Energy Saving Settings.
Change Universal Access Settings.
Open Applications Automatically at Log In.
Add Fonts.
Add Printer.
Using Speech Recognition.
Change the Way Your Computer Speaks.
Update Software.
Chapter 5: USE MAC OS X APPLICATIONS.
Play Chess.
Using the Calculator.
Using the Clock.
Using Preview.
Using TextEdit.
Using Address Book.
Using Stickies.
Using Key Caps.
Using QuickTime Player.
Using DVD Player.
Chapter 6: PLAY MUSIC USING iTUNES.
Listen to a Music CD.
Listen to Radio Stations on the Internet.
Using the iTune Library.
Copy Songs from a Music CD.
Create a Playlist.
Create a Smart Playlist ...
About the author
Ruth Maran is the Author and Architect of maranGraphics books. She creates the words and structure that are the basis for the books.
