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Macs for Dummies (For Dummies (Computers)) (Paperback)

by David Pogue (Author) "Once you've paid for you Mac, the hard part is over ..." (more)

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Paperback: 404 pages
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 8th Edition edition (7 May 2004)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0764556568
ISBN-13: 978-0764556562
Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 18.8 x 2.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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The Mac is famous for its user–friendliness. Maybe that’s why you bought one in the first place. But to make the most of all its marvelous capabilities, you’ll be glad to have an equally friendly resource to help you use it.

Written by the renowned New York Times technology columnist David Pogue, Macs For Dummies has long been the bestselling Mac book because it provides just what you need to know to get the best performance from your Mac. And like the Mac itself, this book is easy to use, with plain–English explanations and step–by–step instructions. The revised eighth edition covers

Basics for beginners
Setting up your printer
Working with OS X
Getting online and using e–mail
Creating and saving documents
Using iTunes, iPhoto, and iMovie
What to do if things go wrong

Whether this is your first computer or you’ve just upgraded to OS X, you’ll find help when you need it in this handy guide. You’ll discover how to

Set up your Mac, connect printers and other devices, and navigate the desktop and Dock
Establish an account with an Internet service provider, set up e–mail, and start surfing the Web
Use all the basic software programs and work with files
Edit home movies with iMovie, download music and use iTunes, burn CDs and DVDs, and edit images with iPhoto
Share your Mac or set up a home network
Perform basic Mac maintenance, find and fix problems, upgrade your Mac, and more

With Macs For Dummies, 8^th Edition by your side, you’ll be prepared to take advantage of every exciting feature that Mac and OS X have to offer. Before you know it, you’ll be living the digital lifestyle, cruising the Internet like a pro, printing documents and photos—and even getting some work done!

From the Back Cover

Release the power of Mac’s newest OS and multimedia tools!

Work with files, set up a printer, use the iLife® suite, get online, and more

The Mac has become famous as the world’s friendliest computer, but this handy guide will smooth out any rough spots that might arise in your relationship. It takes you from the initial turn–on all the way to cruising the Internet, adding music with iTunes®, fixing problems – and it even helps you get some work done!

The Dummies Way

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Tear–out cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

Set up your Mac and establish a password
Navigate the desktop and Dock
Edit home movies
Go wireless
Burn CDs and DVDs
Perform basic maintenance

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5.0 out of 5 stars A treasure, 31 Jul 1999

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Very simple! You want to learn about Macs and enjoy learning, buy this book. You will laugh as you learn. This was a pleasure to read, as are all of Mr. Pogue's books. I think a 5 star rating is not enough. This deserves many, many, many, many more stars. If you don't enjoy this book, get a P.C. Eileen

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5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest Mac book I have ever found, 31 Mar 1999

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This book is by far the best book for beginner Mac users or anyone for that fact. I have had years of experience with Macs and bought the book for my mother. I told her I would read it to see if any of it would help her. I read the whole thing the first day and couldn't put it down. The humor and simplicity of the book made it very easy to read. I would suggest it to anyone even if you already know everything and anything about Macs.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book has brought me closer to my Mac. =), 26 Jul 1999

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I could not believe a technical book could be, at once, amusing yet helpful. As I turned the pages, I laughed, I learned, I bought an iMac. Now, I am almost finished with More Mac For Dummies and all I want is MORE!!! Please, Mr. Pogue, MORE MORE Mac For Dummies. Thank you so much.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A well written into to an obsolete computer
This is an entertaining book that will help people learn to use their Mac. Unfortunately the author exhibits the kind of irrational, foaming at the mouth delusions that plagues... Read more

Published on 1 May 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars I found the icons and directions extremely easy to follow.
I believe that this book is an excellent resource for newbies like myself. I found it to be easy to read, with great icons and picture examples. Read more

Published on 1 Mar 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars good, but not really useful to a complete novice
My 65 yearold mother desparately wanted to get on the net. I recommended an iMac. The imac doesn't come with a printed manual (basic flaw). Read more

Published on 23 Dec 1998

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