Learn Mac OS X Snow Leopard (Learn Series)

ISBN13: 9781430219460
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You’re smart and savvy, but also busy. This comprehensive guide to Apple’s latest version of Mac OS X 10.6, Snow Leopard, gives you everything you need to know to live a happy, productive Mac life. Learn Mac OS X Snow Leopard will have you up and connected lickity–split. With a minimum of overhead and a maximum of useful information, you’ll cover a lot of ground in the time it takes other books to get you plugged in.

If this isn’t you’re first experience with Mac OS X, skip right to the “What’s New in Snow Leopard” sections. You may also find yourself using this book as a quick refresher course or a way to learn new Mac skills you’ve never tried before.

What you’ll learn

Discover all the ins and outs of the Finder and Snow Leopard’s streamlined workflow.
Use the latest features of Apple’s built–in applications, including Mail, Safari, iCal, Address Book, iChat, Preview, and more.
Learn about Snow Leopard’s improved security and reliability, and how to take full advantage of the connected world and a wealth of new mobile devices.
Administer your computer and network for yourself, your family, or your business.
Work with add–on devices via direct connection or wirelessly.
Master effective strategies for data backup, recovery, and security.
Explore all of Apple’s improved iLife applications, including iTunes, iPhoto, and iMovie.
Delve into more advanced topics, such as how to take advantage of the Darwin subsystem in Leopard, how to run multiple operating systems on your Mac, and how to cooperate with other operating systems (and help them cooperate with you).
Get started with your own Mac OS X development in Snow Leopard

Who this book is for

New Mac users, existing Mac users upgrading from older versions of Mac OS X, and PC users making the switch to Macs. These people share a common desire to learn stuff fast and keep learning! Because this book goes into greater depth than your average Mac OS X guide, it is also excellent for small business owners, user support personnel, and system administrators. There’s even an introduction to Mac OS X development for nascent programmers and the DIY crowd.