Sams Teach Yourself Mac OS X Lion in 10 Minutes offers straightforward, practical information designed to get you up and running quickly and easily. By working through its 10-minute lessons, you’ll learn everything you need to know to effectively use Mac OS X Lion. Each compact lesson zeros in on a specific aspect of the Mac operating system explained through concise and informative descriptions along with accurate and easy to follow step-by-step instructions. You’ll quickly become comfortable performing the most important Mac tasks you need–and want–to do everyday! Tips point out shortcuts and solutions Cautions help you avoid common pitfalls Notes provide additional information 10 minutes is all you need to learn how to… Use Lion’s great desktop tools including Finder windows, Dock, Launchpad, Dashboard, Mission Control, and Spotlight. Install and manage applications through the Mac App Store and from the desktop. Personalize Mac OS Lion to suit your preferences, including desktop pictures, sounds, Mission Control’s spaces, Launchpad’s applications, and the Dashboard’s widgets. Connect your Mac OS X Lion computer to the Internet through a local wired and wireless network. Install, configure, and use mice, trackpads, and keyboards. Create and manage your Mac’s user accounts. Protect your Mac from Internet attacks, data loss, and other potential problems. Troubleshoot and solve problems through a logical, easy-to-perform approach. Run Windows applications on your Mac.

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Beyond the Basics...Beneath the Surface...In Depth Mac OS X Lion in Depth Do more with Mac OS X Lion-in less time! Mac OS X Lion In Depth is a comprehensive guide to Mac OS X Lion, grounded in real-world advice and experience. The author, Robyn Ness, is a long-time Mac user and provides practical instruction on how to get up and running with Lion, and then move on to more advanced features and options. * Streamline your workflow with Mission Control and Spaces * Organize your apps with Launchpad * Get the most from Lion's multitouch gestures * Set up your desktop and apps to give you a clean start or resume where you left off * Purchase and download apps from the Mac App Store and run full-screen apps * Manage contacts, calendars, and email * Set up user accounts and parental controls * Configure wired and wireless networking * Chat, video chat, and screen-share with Lion's iChat and FaceTime * Use the Safari web browser for reading lists, bookmarks, and RSS * Share files with nearby Lion users with AirDrop * Run Windows and Windows apps on your Mac * Activate Universal Access and accessibility features * Recover files through Versions and Time Machine * Use Lion's built-in disk recovery options Mac OS X Lion In Depth is for any experienced Mac user seeking to deepen their understanding and master the features of the new version of Mac OS X. All In Depth books offer Comprehensive coverage with detailed solutions Troubleshooting help for tough problems you can't fix on your own Outstanding authors recognized worldwide for their expertise and teaching style Learning, reference, problem-solving... the only Mac OS X Lion book you need!

Discover loads of tips and techniques for the newest MacBook Pro You're already ahead of the game with a MacBook Pro. Now you can get even more out the popular Apple notebook with the new edition of this handy, compact book. Crammed with savvy insights and tips on key tools and shortcuts, this book will help you increase your productivity and keep your Apple digital lifestyle on track. From desktop sharing and wireless networking to running Windows applications, this book avoids fluff, doesn't skimp on the essentials, saves you time and hassle, and shows you what you most want to know. Includes savvy advice and plenty of no-nonsense information in a clear layout that is easy to access Covers essential tools, topics, and shortcuts on things like desktop sharing, wireless networking, running Windows applications, using the Intel Ivy Bridge processor, and more Features Genius icons throughout the book that provide smart and innovative ways to handle tasks and save yourself time MacBook Pro Portable Genius, 4th Edition shows you just how to get more out of your MacBook Pro.

Step-by-step instructions with callouts to iPhone images that show you exactly what to do. Help when you run into iPhone problems or limitations. Tips and Notes to help you get the most from your iPhone. Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your iPhone working just the way you want. The tasks include how to: Connect to the Internet, Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi networks, and other iPhones, iPods, and iPads Use Siri to get information, write texts and emails, set reminders/appointments, and more just by speaking to your iPhone 4S Customize your iPhone with folders, wallpaper, ringtones, and much more Configure and sync your information, and efficiently manage contacts, reminders, and calendars Communicate via FaceTime videoconferences, conference calls, text, email, and more Make the most of Safari to browse the Web and Mail to manage all of your email from one inbox Listen to music, subscribe to podcasts, and watch video—including movies and TV shows Capture and edit photos and video Use your photos in slideshows, for wallpaper, and your contacts or share them via email, iCloud, and texts Find, download, install, and use awesome iPhone apps Take advantage of iCloud to keep your content and information in sync on all your devices BONUS MATERIAL: Find additional tasks and other helpful information on this book’s website at quepublishing.com/title/9780789748928 CATEGORY: Apple Digital Media COVERS: Apple iPhone USER LEVEL: Beginning-Intermediate

FULL COLOR Covers iTunes 11 and iCloud for Mac and Windows Make the most of iTunes® or iCloud®–without being a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to use iTunes and iCloud to enjoy your media anywhere you go, on any iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod® touch. Even if you’ve never used iTunes or iCloud before, this book will show you how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. iTunes and iCloud have never been this simple! Who knew how simple iTunes and iCloud could be? This is today’s best beginner’s guide to using iTunes and iCloud... simple, practical instructions for doing everything you really want to do. Here’s a small sample of what you learn: • Explore iTunes and discover better ways to enjoy it • Build your iTunes library with both free content and paid iTunes media • Label your iTunes media with information so that finding what you want is always easy • Hear exactly the music you want to hear, when you want to hear it • Discover, subscribe, and listen to the world’s best podcasts • Wirelessly stream your iTunes media to other devices with AirPlay • Set up iCloud on your Mac, Windows PC, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch • Use iCloud to automatically share your media across all your “iDevices” • Use Photo Stream to automatically save your photos and share them with others • Preview and download new music to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch • Carry and read entire libraries of electronic books • Control syncing and preferences so your devices always work the way you want

Provides information, tips, tricks, and troubleshooting for the iPhone.