Superguides
The Macworld Superguide series offers thorough reference guides to help you learn about specific topics. These books are produced by the Macworld staff and are packed with practical how-tos, in-depth features, tips and tricks, and more.
Superguide
Mac Basics Superguide for Mountain Lion
Whether you've just purchased your very first Mac or you're a long-time Mac user who wants a comprehensive guide to their OS, let Macworld's Mac Basics Superguide welcome you to the Mac and latest version of OS X, Mountain Lion.
| Publication Date | November 21, 2012 |
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| Page Count | 230 |
| Language | English |
iPad Starter Guide, 3rd Edition
| Publication Date | May 13 2011 |
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| Page Count | 194 |
| Language | English |
| ISBN/EAN13 | 0984615830 / 9780984615834 |
| Binding Type | US Trade Paper |
| Trim Size | 6.14" x 9.21" |
| Color | Full Color with Bleed |
| Related Categories | Photography / Reference |
We'll help you move files from your old Mac or PC, get acquainted with the desktop, the Dock, Mission Control, and gestures. We'll provide a primer for tweaking your system preferences, changing your desktop wallpaper, setting parental controls, and adding third-party utilities. And we'll introduce you o the many built-in apps OS X has to offer, along with an overview on buying apps from the Mac App Store. When it comes to security, the Mac has some great features, and you needn't be confused: We explain just what Gatekeeper and app sandboxing are, and what they have to offer. And in case you get jammed up, the book has a whole chapter dedicated to basic troubleshooting and when to call in the experts.
That's why we make Mac Basics, the Macworld Superguide dedicated to getting started with all things Mac. There are plenty of manuals and guides that explain every single system feature and setup detail; this book is instead designed to actively get you (or your family member) up and running without making you feel like you're studying a textbook.
Our 230-page book has you covered from the first time you turn on your Mac. We walk you through the setup process and transferring any old files you might have; and introduce you to the menus, windows, and places you need to know about to get going. From there, we help you customize Multi-Touch gestures, organize your files, and tweak your preferences. We'll get your Mac suited up with third-party apps and accessories. And you can follow our troubleshooting tips and security suggestions to keep your computer safe and sound.
You won't find everything they need to know about the Mac in this book. (That's what Macworld.com is for.) But we hope it can provide you with the tools you'll need and make you excited to learn more.
To get our Mac Basics Superguide right away on the device of your choice, you can purchase it now from the Kindle Store, Nook Store, or as a PDF for $9.99. (Our iBookstore version is coming soon.) Or for $12.99, you can purchase our ePub/MOBI/PDF bundle and have a version for every possible device.
If a you are debating the upgrade to Mountain Lion, you might instead consider getting our Total Mountain Lion Superguide, which collects all our top-notch Mountain Lion coverage into one easy-to-read ebook. If you're insistent on staying with Lion or Snow Leopard, there's always our best-selling Total Lion Superguide, and our Snow Leopard version of Mac Basics.
If you're looking for tech support for their iPhone and iPad, we publish plenty of those books, too: We recently released the iPhone 5 Starter Guide, iOS 6 Upgrade Guide, and a guide to help you Master iPhone Photography.
Want to try the book before you buy? Click here to download a 39-page sample! (Control-click on the link and download it to your Mac for viewing in Preview or Adobe/Acrobat Reader.)
About This Superguide:
We'll help you move files from your old Mac or PC, get acquainted with the desktop, the Dock, Mission Control, and gestures. We'll provide a primer for tweaking your system preferences, changing your desktop wallpaper, setting parental controls, and adding third-party utilities. And we'll introduce you o the many built-in apps OS X has to offer, along with an overview on buying apps from the Mac App Store. When it comes to security, the Mac has some great features, and you needn't be confused: We explain just what Gatekeeper and app sandboxing are, and what they have to offer. And in case you get jammed up, the book has a whole chapter dedicated to basic troubleshooting and when to call in the experts.
That's why we make Mac Basics, the Macworld Superguide dedicated to getting started with all things Mac. There are plenty of manuals and guides that explain every single system feature and setup detail; this book is instead designed to actively get you (or your family member) up and running without making you feel like you're studying a textbook.
Our 230-page book has you covered from the first time you turn on your Mac. We walk you through the setup process and transferring any old files you might have; and introduce you to the menus, windows, and places you need to know about to get going. From there, we help you customize Multi-Touch gestures, organize your files, and tweak your preferences. We'll get your Mac suited up with third-party apps and accessories. And you can follow our troubleshooting tips and security suggestions to keep your computer safe and sound.
You won't find everything they need to know about the Mac in this book. (That's what Macworld.com is for.) But we hope it can provide you with the tools you'll need and make you excited to learn more.
To get our Mac Basics Superguide right away on the device of your choice, you can purchase it now from the Kindle Store, Nook Store, or as a PDF for $9.99. (Our iBookstore version is coming soon.) Or for $12.99, you can purchase our ePub/MOBI/PDF bundle and have a version for every possible device.
If a you are debating the upgrade to Mountain Lion, you might instead consider getting our Total Mountain Lion Superguide, which collects all our top-notch Mountain Lion coverage into one easy-to-read ebook. If you're insistent on staying with Lion or Snow Leopard, there's always our best-selling Total Lion Superguide, and our Snow Leopard version of Mac Basics.
If you're looking for tech support for their iPhone and iPad, we publish plenty of those books, too: We recently released the iPhone 5 Starter Guide, iOS 6 Upgrade Guide, and a guide to help you Master iPhone Photography.
Want to try the book before you buy? Click here to download a 39-page sample! (Control-click on the link and download it to your Mac for viewing in Preview or Adobe/Acrobat Reader.)
