MacBook for Dummies, 7th Edition
- 6h 42m
- Mark L. Chambers
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2018
Get the most out of your MacBook
Your new MacBook is sleek and powerful, and this down-to-earth guide makes it easier than ever to navigate, personalize, and maximize what it can help you accomplish. From taking it out of the box and turning it on for the first time to file storage and security, to downloading apps and working with iCloud, MacBook For Dummies helps you discover—all in one place—everything your laptop can do.
Ultra-light, ultra-fast, and ultra-powerful, the MacBook is the coolest laptop around, and longtime Mac guru Mark L. Chambers is just the guy you want showing you the ropes. Inside, he shows you how to navigate the Mac desktop, customize your settings, surf the web and set up email, hook into a network, transfer your important documents from another PC or Mac, and troubleshoot with ease. You'll also get the inside scoop on the fun stuff like FaceTime video calling, Messages, Reminders, photos, videos, music, the Mac App Store, and more.
- Explore the new OS X
- Be productive with Keynote and Pages
- Get creative with Photos and iMovie
- Find tips for maintenance and security
Whether you're a PC convert or a seasoned Apple enthusiast, this book helps you get the most of your magnificent MacBook!
About the Author
Mark L. Chambers has been an author, computer consultant, BBS sysop, programmer, and hardware technician for over 30 years. Mark has written more than thirty computer books including Macs For Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition, and iMac For Dummies, 9th Edition.
In this Book
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Introduction
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Hey, it Really Does Have Everything I Need
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Turning on Your Portable Powerhouse
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The MacBook Owner's Introduction to macOS High Sierra
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What's New in macOS High Sierra?
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A Nerd's Guide to System Preferences
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Sifting Through Your Stuff
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Using Reminders, Notes, Notifications, and Maps
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Let's Go on Safari!
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iCloud is Made for MacBooks
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Your Laptop Goes Multiuser
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Working Well with Networks
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The Multimedia Joy of iTunes
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Focusing on Photos
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Making Film History with iMovie
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Recording Your Hits with GarageBand
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Desktop Publishing with Pages
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Creating Spreadsheets with Numbers
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Building Presentations with Keynote
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When Good Mac Laptops Go Bad
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Adding New Stuff to Your Laptop
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Tackling the Housekeeping
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Ten Laptop Rules to Follow
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Ten Things to Avoid like the Plague
