Switching to a MAC for Dummies - Brossura

Reinhold, Arnold

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0470140763 ISBN 13: 9780470140765

Casa editrice: For Dummies, 2007

Riassunto

Thinking of making the switch from your PC to a Mac? Congratulations! You’re in for a great, virus-free ride. And Switching to Mac For Dummies makes it smoother than you ever imagined. From buying the Mac that’s right for you to transferring your files to breaking your old Windows habits and learning to do things the (much easier) Mac way, it makes the whole process practically effortless.

Whether you’ve been using Windows XP, Vista, or even Linux, you’ll find simple, straightforward ways to make your transition go smoothly. That will leave you plenty of time to get familiar with Mac’s prodigious and dynamic OS X capabilities. You’ll also connect with iLife, Mac’s amazing integrated software suite that lets you turn your computer into a powerful media center—not just for listening and watching, but for creating music, video, and much more. Discover how to:

• Decide whether the switch to Mac is right for you
• Choose the Mac that will change your life
• Keep and reuse elements of your old setup
• Go online with your Mac
• Connect to your home network—even that old PC
• Go media crazy with iTunes, iPhoto and more
• Take advantage of Mac’s business capabilities

Complete with handy cheat sheet of common Mac short cuts and commands as well as a glossary of Mac world lingo, Switching to Mac For Dummies ensures that your switch will be the smartest thing you ever do.

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Informazioni sull?autore

Arnold Reinhold has over three decades experience in the software industry. His first Apple product was a Mac 512. He has coauthored numerous books, including The Internet For Dummies Quick Reference, 8th Edition.

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Here's how to pick a Mac and get going with Mac OS X

Find the right Mac, set it up in a jiffy, and start enjoying the iLife

Whether prompted by those very amusing TV commercials or just your good sense, you're ready to turn down Mac lane. Here's your guidebook! Find out what to expect, how to move your stuff, what Windows apps you can run on a Mac, how to get online and stay safe (it's easy!) and translate Mac speak versus Windows speak.

• Decide what hardware you need

• Set up a wireless network

• Keep your Mac updated and secure

• Create cool projects with Apple software

• Run Windows on your Mac

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: For Dummies
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0470140763
• ISBN 13: 9780470140765
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 370
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile