Overview

Best-selling author Wallace Wang teaches you how to use El Capitan, the latest version of the Mac operating system, in everyday situations. This book shows you, the beginner Mac user, how to get up and running, operate, and work day-to-day on your Mac. You will learn how to run applications, manage windows and files, work with the internet, and more. You will even learn how to use your Mac with an iPhone and an Apple watch.  If you've ever felt that you couldn't learn how to use a Mac, this is your opportunity to give it a go.  What you’ll learn How to get up and running with Mac OS X El Capitan How to navigate and manage views How to manage your files What entertainment options are available to you, and how to use them  How to maintain your Mac  How to work with iPhone and Apple watch.  Who This Book Is For Anyone who wants to learn how to use OS X El Capitan. No previous experience is required. 

Full Product Details

Author:   Wallace Wang
Publisher:   APress
Imprint:   APress
Edition:   1st ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   9.728kg
ISBN:  

9781484219126

ISBN 10:   1484219120
Pages:   490
Publication Date:   08 June 2016
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Part I: Basic Training Chapter 1: Understanding OS X Chapter 2: Giving Commands with the Mouse, trackpad, and Keyboard Chapter 3: Running Programs Chapter 4: Typing and Editing Text Chapter 5: Understanding Files and Folders Chapter 6: Managing Files Chapter 7: Sharing Files Part II: Customizing OS X Chapter 8: Using the Dock Chapter 9: Installing Software Chapter 10: Changing the Screen Chapter 11: Customizing the Finder Chapter 12: Organizing Windows Part III: Having Fun Chapter 13: Playing with Photos Chapter 14: Watching and Editing Video Chapter 15: Playing Music Chapter 16: Reading E-Books Part IV: Getting on the Internet Chapter 17: Browsing the Internet Chapter 18: Email Chapter 19: Messaging and FaceTime Chapter 20: Using iCloud Part V: Getting Work Done Chapter 21: Contacts Chapter 22: Reminders, Notes, and Stickies Chapter 23: Modifying PDF files Chapter 24: Capturing screenshots and video Chapter 25: Syncing a Macintosh with an iPhone or iPad Part VI: Troubleshooting Chapter 26: Disk Maintenance Chapter 27: Protecting a Macintosh from Malware Chapter 28: Shopping for a new Macintosh

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"Wallace Wang is a former Windows enthusiast who took one look at Vista and realized that the future of computing belonged to the Macintosh. He's written more than 40 computer books, including Microsoft Office for Dummies, Beginning Programming for Dummies, Steal This Computer Book, My New Mac, and My New iPad. In addition to programming the Macintosh and iPhone/iPad, he also performs stand-up comedy, having appeared on A&E's ""Evening at the Improv,"" and having performed in Las Vegas at the Riviera Comedy Club at the Riviera Hotel & Casino. When he s not writing computer books or performing stand-up comedy, he also enjoys blogging about screenwriting at his site, The 15 Minute Movie Method, where he shares screenwriting tips with other aspiring screenwriters who all share the goal of breaking into Hollywood."

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