"Uses pictures rather than lengthy explanations."--Cover.

Mac OS X Unwired introduces you to the basics of wireless computing, from the reasons why you'd want to go wireless in the first place, to setting up your wireless network or accessing your wireless services on the road. The book provides a complete introduction to all the wireless technologies supported by Mac OS X, including Wi-Fi (802.11b and g), infrared, Bluetooth, CDMA2000, and GPRS. You'll learn how to set up your first wireless network and how use the Mac OS X software that supports wireless, such as iSync, iChat, and Rendezvous. You'll also get a good understanding of the limitations and liabilities of each wireless technology. Other topics covered in the book include: Using wireless at home, in the office, or on the road Connecting to wireless hotspots Wireless Security Mac OS X Unwired is a one-stop wireless information source for technically savvy Mac users. If you're considering wireless as an alternative to cable and DSL, or using wireless to network computers in your home or office, this book will show you the full-spectrum view of wireless capabilities of Mac OS X, and how to get the most out of them.

A user-friendly reference to the vast information available as well as a tutorial on how to access specific information on America Online. This revised edition includes coverage of AOL's new Mac Web browser and approximately 75 to 100 new services added since publication of the second edition.

Demonstrates how to become adjusted to the Macintosh operating system and how to transfer data from a Windows system to a Macintosh, discussing topics such as moving files and Macintosh equivalents to Windows-only programs.

This book is for people who have never used a MacBook or its software as well as people who use MacBook and want to expand their use of the computer.

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