Mac Basics in Easy Steps, 3rd Edition

Covering the new OS X 10.9, Mac Basics in Easy Steps, 3rd Edition shows the reader how to get up and running on a Mac with minimal time and effort. Useful for anyone new to the world of Mac computing, such as those converting from Windows software, Mac Basics in Easy Steps covers all the essentials a novice needs to know, from getting started to security issues. Topics covered include getting to grips with the Mac, dealing with documents, mastering email, browsing the web with Safari, calendars and contacts, photos, videos, and the world of iTunes. Readers also learn about networking on the Mac, video chat, personalization tools, and troubleshooting. This handy guide even shows how to transition from a PC — in easy steps — with minimum hassle.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Welcome to the Mac!
Chapter 2 Dealing with Documents
Chapter 3 Working with PDF Files
Chapter 4 Mastering Email
Chapter 5 Surf with Safari
Chapter 6 Calendars and Contacts
Chapter 7 Photos and Videos
Chapter 8 The World of iTunes
Chapter 9 Networking the Mac
Chapter 10 Video Chat
Chapter 11 Personalizing Your Mac
Chapter 12 Installing Software
Chapter 13 Switch from PC to Mac
Chapter 14 Burn CDs and DVDs
Chapter 15 App Store & iBooks
Chapter 16 Keep Things in Sync
Chapter 17 Back up Your Files!
Chapter 18 Tips & Tricks
Chapter 19 Mac Maintenance
Chapter 20 Troubleshooting