Overview

It's never too late to become a Mac expert! Every year, hundreds of thousands of seniors choose to use Mac products—like the MacBook Air and iMac—to connect with their loved ones, access the web, and make their lives easier. And even if you've never used a Mac before, we're here to show you how you can make the most of it—one easy step at a time! The newly updated fifth edition of Macs For Seniors For Dummies is filled with large, easy-to-read text, sharp figures and illustrations, and accessible instructions to help you give the Gen-Z or millennial in your life a run for their money. You'll learn how to customize your Mac so it works exactly the way you want it to, connect to the Internet, work with documents and spreadsheets, play music, watch video, and even read the latest news headlines. This book walks you through how to secure your Mac so your privacy and data is protected and gets you comfortable with the operating system so you won't have to worry about “breaking” something again. You'll also find: Instructions for handy applications so you can make to-do lists and text documents Step-by-step instructions to keep your Mac updated for security and convenience Strategies to help you choose a Mac to buy (if you haven't bought one already) Macs are truly the computers for everyone! Whether you're looking to get started with Macs for the first time or you're a long-time Mac user searching for updates, Macs For Seniors For Dummies is where you'll find the easy-to-follow info you need. Grab a copy today!

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Author:   Mark L. Chambers (Columbia, Missouri)
Publisher:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:   For Dummies
Edition:   5th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 18.50cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.10cm
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9781394313532

ISBN 10:   1394313535
Pages:   336
Publication Date:   17 April 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1  Part 1: Buying and Setting Up Your Mac 7  Chapter 1: Buying a Mac 9  Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Mac 23  Part 2: Getting Started with Your Mac 45  Chapter 3: Getting Around the Mac Desktop 47  Chapter 4: Customizing Sequoia 77  Chapter 5: Working with Files and Folders 97  Chapter 6: Working with Devices, Printers, and Scanners 115  Chapter 7: Getting Help 125  Part 3: Having Fun and Getting Things Done with Software 133  Chapter 8: Creating Documents with Pages 135  Chapter 9: Working with Numbers 155  Chapter 10: Getting the Most from Photos 173  Chapter 11: Enjoying Music, Video, and News 187  Chapter 12: Playing Games in Sequoia 203  Part 4: Exploring the Internet 211  Chapter 13: Understanding Internet Basics 213  Chapter 14 Browsing the Web with Safari 231  Chapter 15: Using Mail 251  Chapter 16: Connecting with People Online 273  Part 5: Taking Care of Your Computer 285  Chapter 17: Protecting Sequoia 287  Chapter 18: Maintaining Your Mac 299  Index 307

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Mark L. Chambers has over 40 years of experience as a tech author and computer consultant. His recent titles include MacBook For Dummies, Macs For Seniors For Dummies, and iMac For Dummies. Mark is currently a full-time author and tech editor—and an unabashed Mac fan.

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