Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide (Visual Quickstart Guides) - Softcover

Langer, Maria

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0201709007 ISBN 13: 9780201709001

Publisher: Peachpit Press, 2001

Synopsis

The wait is over for Mac devotees: The radically redesigned Mac OS X is here. Because OS X is Apple's first all-new operating system since 1984, it doesn't matter whether you're a beginner or a longtime Mac user. You need Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide to walk you through this thoroughly modern OS and its liquid Aqua interface.

In Mac OS X: VQS, veteran Mac author Maria Langer takes an easy, visual approach, giving you detailed, step-by-step instructions and plentiful screenshots on everything you need to know to install, configure,and use the OS and the software that comes with it. For those upgrading from the previous version, a special section showcases the similarities and differences between Mac OS X and its predecessor, Mac OS 9.

About this title

About the Author

Maria Langer has written more than 20 computer books. She also writes for MacWEEK, MacAddict, NetProfessional, FileMaker Pro Advisor, and Computer User. She is a consultant, Webmaster, computer trainer, and regular speaker at Macworld Expo.

From the Back Cover

Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide provides step-by-step instruction in how to use Apple’s Mac OS X, taking an easy, visual approach. Beginners, and professionals moving up to the newest version of the operating system, can quickly learn to use the features and capabilities of Mac OS X. Detailed explanation of how to install, set up, configure, and use the OS are covered, along with instructions on how to use many of the applications Apple will ship with the new OS.

Edition details

• Publisher: Peachpit Press
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0201709007
• ISBN 13: 9780201709001
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 247