MacBook for Dummies

Kurzbeschreibung The perfect companion for MacBook users--now updated and revised throughout! Grab your MacBook--and this Dummies book--and get savvy with all the latest updates to Apple's newest generation of laptop hardware and software. Packed with coverage of the latest MacBook models, Mac OS X Snow Leopard, iLife, and iWork , this new edition is completely revised and updated on all the latest tools and trends in the MacBook world. Seasoned author Mark Chambers shows you how to customize your dock and desktop, stay connected while on the road, make movies with iMovie, create and share DVDs, compose your own music with GarageBand, build a Web site with iWeb, and much more. Features completely revised and updated information on all the latest tools and trends of the Apple MacBook Explains how to customize the dock and desktop; connect from the road; take your music mobile; use iWeb, iMovie, iPhoto, and GarageBand; sync with wireless devices; work with networks; and more * Includes coverage of the latest MacBook models, Mac OS X Snow Leopard, iLife, and iWork MacBook For Dummies, 3rd Edition presents you with all you need to know to get started with your MacBook today! Buchrückseite Enjoy music, movies, and photos, cruise the Web, and even do some work - from anywhere! Ready to rock the MacBook way? This handy guide shows you how to use your MacBook for work and play, turning you from novice to pro in no time. Learn the basics about setting up and maintaining your MacBook, work with Mac OS(r) X, discover MobileMe, enjoy the iLife and iWork suites, and keep your MacBook happy! Get started ?- set up your MacBook, customize your preferences, organize files and folders, and hook up a printer Get to the heart of Mac OS X - navigate around the desktop, get to know the Dock, find things with Spotlight(r), and back up your system with Time Machine(r) Online action - get your Internet connection and e-mail set up, browse the Web, and sync up with MobileMe Explore the iLife - where photos, movies, music, and your very own Web site all hang out When you've gotta work - do it the MacBook way with Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, the iWork productivity applications Need to share? - personalize your MacBook for multiple users, set up a network, and use an AirPort(r) base station Gotta hand it to you - master the magic of the multi-touch trackpad Maintain your MacBook - find out how to keep your laptop updated and running smoothly Open the book and find: How to personalize your MacBook and work with the Finder(r) Steps for migrating files from another Mac or PC Tips for conserving battery power Ten road warrior rules to follow Maintenance and troubleshooting solutions for your MacBook Steps for creating or joining a network How to hook up printers, scanners, and other tools Explanations for managing your digital music, photos, and movies Learn to: Use your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air(r) Get online, set up an e-mail account, and surf the Web with Safari(r) Use iLife(r) to get the most out of your photos, movies, and music Connect to wireless devices and share access So sleek, so cool. From the moment you slid it from the box, you wanted to learn as much as you possibly could about your new device. Whether you?re a newbie or a Mac veteran, you?ll find all you need right here?from initial set-up and customization to working with iCloud and the latest macOS features and apps?making it easy for you to accomplish everything you want with your MacBook. Mac guru Mark L. Chambers is your friendly expert guide, walking you through the all the basics, including desktop navigation, file storage and security, and general maintenance, before showing you the more creative stuff like music and iMovie, as well as how to troubleshoot with ease. In this revised edition, he?s also included extensive updates on the latest generation of MacBooks, letting you know what?s changed and how you can use the most recent apps for enhancing your professional and creative output. Explore the latest macOS, increase your productivity and creativity with the newest apps, be an artist with Photos and iMovie, easily use your MacBook on the go, from work, to school, to client sites. Whatever cool thing you want to do with your MacBook, this book makes it easy to make it even cooler?so get started today! Grab your MacBook{u2014}and this Dummies book{u2014}and get savvy with all the latest updates to Apple's newest generation of laptop hardware and software. Packed with coverage of the latest MacBook models, Mac OS X Snow Leopard, iLife, and iWork, this new edition is completely revised and updated on all the latest tools and trends in the MacBook world. Seasoned author Mark Chambers shows you how to customize your dock and desktop, stay connected while on the road, make movies with iMovie, create and share DVDs, compose your own music with GarageBand, build a Web site with iWeb, and much more Grab your MacBook - and this Dummies book - and get savvy with all the latest updates to Apple's newest generation of laptop hardware and software. Packed with coverage of the latest MacBook models, Mac OS X Snow Leopard, iLife, and iWork , this new edition is completely revised and updated on all the latest tools and trends in the MacBook world. Seasoned author Mark Chambers shows you how to customize your dock and desktop, stay connected while on the road, make movies with iMovie, create and share DVDs, compose your own music with GarageBand, build a Web site with iWeb, and much more.