Macs For Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition

Your ticket to entering the exciting world of Macs!

If you’ve always thought computers were too complicated and intimidating, you’re in for a pleasant surprise! Written and designed with your unique needs in mind, Macs For Seniors For Dummies makes it faster and easier than ever to experience all your Apple computer has to offer. In no time, you’ll find out how to stay connected with family and friends, explore the Internet, create and print documents, watch your favorite movies, get apps from the App Store, and so much more.

From advice on which Mac you should buy to getting started with set up and configurations, this hands-on, accessible guide covers everything needed to help you make the most of your new computer. You’ll learn how to customize OS X El Capitan, work with files and folders, connect to a printer, use Safari to browse the web, and keep in touch through social media—and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

• Set up your Mac and move around the desktop
• Make FaceTime calls and send emails
• Store photos and files using iCloud
• Play videos, music, and games

With the help of Macs For Seniors For Dummies, you’ll soon discover that you don’t have to be a millennial to make a Mac your minion!

Table of Contents

Part 1 Buying and Setting Up Your Mac
Chapter 1 Buying a Mac
Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Mac

Part 2 Getting Started with Your Mac
Chapter 3 Getting Around the Mac Desktop
Chapter 4 Customizing El Capitan
Chapter 5 Working with Files and Folders
Chapter 6 Working with Printers and Scanners
Chapter 7 Getting Help

Part 3 Having Fun and Getting Things Done with Software
Chapter 8 Creating Documents with Pages
Chapter 9 Working with Numbers
Chapter 10 Getting the Most from Photos
Chapter 11 Enjoying Music, Video, and Podcasts
Chapter 12 Playing Games in El Capitan

Part 4 Exploring the Internet
Chapter 13 Understanding Internet Basics
Chapter 14 Browsing the Web with Safari
Chapter 15 Using Mail
Chapter 16 Connecting with People Online

Part 5 Taking Care of Your Computer
Chapter 17 Protecting El Capitan
Chapter 18 Maintaining Your Mac