| Title | : | OS X Mavericks (Vole Guides) |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Chris Kennedy |
| Release | : | 2013-10-09 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Operating Systems, Books, Computers & Internet, Internet, Computers |
| Size | : | 2942734 |
| Perfect for new and longtime Mac users, this no-fluff guide to OS X Mavericks is packed with details on system preferences, the desktop, built-in applications, and utilities. You'll also find step-by-step instructions for printing, scanning, networking, sharing, troubleshooting, and going online. A Windows glossary makes switching to Mac (mostly) painless, and keyboard mavens will find a complete list of keyboard shortcuts. New features covered include Finder tabs, tags, multiple displays, iBooks, Maps, iCloud Keychain, Notification Center improvements, and updates to Calendar, Contacts, Notes, and Preferences. • See live previews of documents, pictures, and folders. • Use Mission Control to juggle all your open windows, desktops, and displays. • Dock programs, documents, and folders for one-click access. • Tag your files to make them easy to sort and find. • Use Finder tabs to declutter your desktop. • See all your notifications in one place. • Spread your work over multiple displays. • Use iCloud to store and access the latest versions of your files and settings online. • Sync your documents, mail, contacts, appointments, reminders, notes, and messages wirelessly across your Macs and iOS devices. • Get instant search results for documents, pictures, music, mail, programs, and more. • Dictate anywhere that you can type. • Play games on Game Center, Apple's online multiplayer social gaming network. • Post to Facebook and Twitter right from the app you're using. • Mirror your Mac's screen to your HDTV wirelessly via AirPlay, or use your HDTV as a full-fledged display, complete with dock and menu bar. • Share files and printers on your home network. • Connect to wireless networks with a couple of clicks. • Set up and manage printers, scanners, and other devices. • Download and install OS X, apps, and updates from the Mac App Store. • Secure your data from thieves and snoops. • Plenty of tips, tricks, and timesavers. • Fully cross-referenced, linked, and searchable. Contents 1. OS X Basics 2. The Desktop 3. System Preferences 4. Files, Folders & Drives 5. Programs & Documents 6. Printing, Faxing & Fonts 7. Networks & Sharing 8. Online Connections 9. Security & Privacy 10. Maintenance & Backups 11. Switching from Windows 12. Keyboard Shortcuts About the Author Chris Kennedy is a technical writer based in Boulder, Colorado. When he's not typing, Chris climbs rocks, revises his screenplays, and reads the journals of polar explorers. |
