Book Description
The newest version of Mac OS X includes loads of innovative features that promise to tempt users to upgrade or switch. This third edition of a best-selling book that received rave reviews covers Mac OS X version 10.2/Jaguar and the upcoming release 10.3/Panther. The book with the most breadth, Mastering Max OS X teaches beginners the essentials and gives seasoned Mac users over 250 pages of advanced topics, including the most extensive coverage of troubleshooting and maintenance. Author Todd Stauffer contributes to MacAddict and is the author or co-author of over 25 books covering topics such as web publishing, upgrading Macintoshes, and using the iMac.
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On the Prowl for In-Depth, Step-by-Step, Mac OS X Coverage? Your Search Is Over Whether you're new to the Mac, upgrading from a previous Mac OS version, or converting from Windows or Unix, Mastering Mac OS X, Third Edition is your one-stop resource for Apple's powerhouse operating system. Filled with detailed explanations, step-by-step instructions, and thorough examples for newbies and old-timers alike, this book answers all your questions and shows you how to take advantage of every aspect of Mac OS X. Expert authors Stauffer and McElhearn divulge their Mac OS X troubleshooting and problem-solving know-how. Over 900 pages of coverage includes: Personalizing Mac OS X: Dock, Desktop, and Finder Using the latest features including iChat AV, FontBook, FileVault and Exposé Encrypting data, storing passwords, and using built-in applications Connecting to, troubleshooting, and securing your Internet connection Using, automating, and securing e-mail from viruses Using QuickTime 6, QuickTime Pro, and iMovie to play, edit, and export movie files Burning audio and data CDs and playing MP3s, Internet radio, and DVD movies Importing, exporting, and editing digital images using iPhoto Building a secure network and sharing files locally and over the Internet Using Windows and Unix documents, networking protocols, and applications Working with Terminal and Darwin command lines and Darwin applications Backing up and recovering data, managing your disks and peripherals Configuring and tweaking Apache, FTP serving, PHP, and MySQL Quickly diagnosing and solving common system-level problems
Troubleshooting Classic and native applications
