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Using MAC OS X v10.2
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Using MAC OS X v10.2
About the Author
Acknowledgments
Tell Us What You Think!
Introduction
Welcome to Mac OS X
Introduction to Special Edition Using Mac OS X
Part I: Mac OS X: Exploring the Core
Chapter 1. Mac OS X: Foundations
Mac OS X: The Future Is Now
Mac OS X Benefits
Mac OS X Architecture and Terminology
Mac OS X Costs
Chapter 2. Getting Started with Mac OS X
Welcome to Mac OS X
Starting Up Mac OS X
Logging In, Logging Out, Restarting, and Shutting Down Mac OS X
Configuring the Login Window
Setting Up Startup Processes
Troubleshooting
Chapter 3. Viewing and Navigating Mac OS X Finder Windows
The Mac OS X Finder
Working with Finder Windows
Navigating Finder Windows
Customizing Finder Windows
Mac OS X to the Max: Finder Window Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 4. Working on the Mac OS X Desktop
The Mac OS X Desktop
Working with Mac OS X Menus
Working with the System Preferences Utility
Understanding Mac OS X Directories
Working with Files and Folders
Getting Info on Items
Finding Files and Folders on Your Mac
Customizing the Mac OS X Desktop
Mac OS X to the Max: Desktop Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 5. Using and Customizing the Dock
Understanding the Dock
Using Items on the Dock
Organizing the Dock
Customizing the Appearance and Behavior of the Dock
Working with Docklings
Mac OS X to the Max: Dock It
Chapter 6. Installing and Using Mac OS X Applications
Understanding Applications You Can Run Under Mac OS X
Installing Mac OS X Applications
Launching Mac OS X Applications
Understanding and Using Standard Mac OS X Application Menus
Opening Documents in Mac OS X
Saving Documents in Mac OS X
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Using Applications That Ship with Mac OS X
Chapter 7. Working with Mac OS 9, the Classic Environment, and Classic Applications
Understanding Mac OS 9.2, the Classic Environment, and Classic Applications
Installing, Configuring, and Running the Classic Environment
Installing and Using Classic Applications
Running Mac OS 9.2
Troubleshooting
Chapter 8. Configuring, Customizing, and Exploring Mac OS X
Setting Your Preferences
Using the Color Picker to Choose Colors
Controlling Open Applications
Using Disks and Discs
Controlling System Startup
Installing and Using Mac OS X Fonts
Logging In As Root
Exploring Mac OS X
Chapter 9. Unix: Working with the Command Line
A Command Line with the Mac OS?
Learning Unix by Example
Working with Basic Unix Applications
Mac OS X to the Max: Unix Resources
Part II: Mac OS X: Connecting to the World
Chapter 10. Connecting Your Mac to the Internet
Connecting to the Internet
Choosing Your Internet Connection Technology
Obtaining and Configuring an Account
Configuring Your Mac For Internet Access
Troubleshooting
Chapter 11. Using an AirPort Network to Connect to the Internet
AirPort Wireless Networking
Setting Up an AirPort Base Station
Connecting to the AirPort Network with Mac OS X
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Using AirPort to Share an Internet Connection with a Wired Network
Chapter 12. Using E-Mail
Introducing the Address Book and Mail
Setting Up and Using an Address Book
Configuring Your Address Book
Configuring Mail
Sending, Receiving, and Replying to E-Mail
Customizing Your E-Mail
Sending and Receiving Files with E-Mail
Searching E-Mail
Troubleshooting
Max OS X to the Max: E-Mail Away
Chapter 13. Surfing the Web
Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer for Mac OS X
Using Sherlock to Search the Web
Downloading and Preparing Files
Working with Plug-Ins and Helper Applications
The Basics of Web Security
Mac OS X to the Max: Going Further on the Web
Chapter 14. Putting Yourself on the Web
Developing Your Presence on the Web
Using .Mac to Create and Serve Your Web Pages
Using Mac OS X to Serve Web Pages
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Web Creation Software
Part III: Mac OS X: Living the Digital Lifestyle
Chapter 15. Creating and Editing Digital Images
Capturing Images for the Digital Lifestyle
Understanding Image Resolution
Understanding Image Types
Understanding Color Space and Color Palettes
Capturing Images Using a Digital Camera
Capturing Digital Images Using a Scanner
Capturing Screen Images
Using iPhoto to Master Digital Images
Working with Other Digital Image Tools
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Image File Formats
Chapter 16. Listening to and Working with Music
Understanding Music on the Mac
Listening to Audio CDs with iTunes
Listening to MP3 Music with iTunes
Customizing Music Playback
Making Your Music Mobile
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: More Music
Chapter 17. Viewing, Editing, and Creating QuickTime Movies
Understanding QuickTime and QuickTime Pro
Upgrading and Configuring QuickTime
Viewing QuickTime Movies
Creating and Editing a Movie with QuickTime Pro
Creating a QuickTime Slide Show
Customizing Your QuickTime Movies
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Taking QuickTime Further
Chapter 18. Making Digital Movie Magic with iMovie
Working with Digital Video
Choosing and Using a DV Camcorder
Building a Basic Video Track
Adding Transitions
Titling Your Movie
Adding Special Effects
Using Sound in Your Movies
Distributing Your Movie
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: iMovie Editing Shortcuts
Chapter 19. Watching and Creating DVD Movies
Taking Advantage of DVD on the Mac
Watching DVD Movies on the Mac
Creating Your Own DVDs
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: And DVD for All
Part IV: Mac OS X: Expanding Your System
Chapter 20. Understanding Input and Output Technology
Understanding Interface Technology
Working with External Interfaces
Using Internal Interfaces
Chapter 21. Working with Input Devices
Choosing an Input Device
Finding, Installing, and Configuring a Keyboard
Finding, Installing, and Configuring a Mouse
Finding, Installing, and Using a Trackball
Finding, Installing, and Using an Ink Device
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Other Input Devices
Chapter 22. Finding, Installing, and Using Output Devices
Working with Output Devices
Finding, Installing, and Using a Monitor
Finding, Installing, and Using Speakers
Finding, Installing, and Using Printers
Working with PDFs
Synchronizing Color Among Devices
Troubleshooting
Chapter 23. Understanding and Using Data Storage Devices
Understanding Data Storage Options
Choosing, Installing, and Using a Hard Drive
Finding, Installing, and Using a CD Writer
Burning DVDs with Apple's SuperDrive
Using a Tape Drive
Working with Other Removable Media Drives
Troubleshooting
Mac OS X to the Max: Other Data Storage Applications
Chapter 24. Installing and Configuring Connecting Devices
Using Hubs to Connect Your Mac to Networks or Peripheral Devices
Finding and Installing an Ethernet Hub
Finding, Installing, and Using a USB Hub
Finding, Installing, and Using a FireWire Hub
Choosing a Modem
Part V: Mac OS X: Living in a Networked World
Chapter 25. Building and Using a Network
Local Area Networking with Mac OS X
Designing a Network
Building a Network
Configuring the Services on a Network
Monitoring and Administering a Network
Troubleshooting
Mac Os X to the Max: Networking Mac OS X with Windows Computers
Chapter 26. Sharing an Internet Connection
Enabling Multiple Macs to Use a Single Internet Account
Using AirPort to Share an Internet Account
Using a Mac Running OS X to Share an Internet Account
Using Multiple IP Addresses to Share an Internet Account
Using a Hardware DHCP Server to Share an Internet Account
Troubleshooting
Part VI: Mac OS X: Protecting, Maintaining, and Repairing Your Mac
Chapter 27. Maintaining and Protecting Your Mac
Keeping Your Mac Safe and in Good Working Condition
Maintaining Your Mac
Securing Your Mac
Defending Your Mac from Net Attacks
Chapter 28. Solving Mac Problems
Handling Mac Problems
Understanding the Causes of Problems
Preventing Problems
Assessing Your Mac
Solving Problems
Part VII: Mac OS X: Appendixes
Appendix A. Installing and Maintaining Mac OS X
Moving to and Maintaining Mac OS X
Moving to Version 10.2 from Mac OS 9.x.x or Earlier
Moving to Version 10.2 from Previous Versions of Mac OS X
Maintaining Mac OS X
Troubleshooting
Appendix B. Computing on the Move with PowerBooks and iBooks
Using Mac OS X on a Mobile Computer
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