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The Genius is in.

You don't have to be a genius to switch from a PC to a Mac. But if you want to make the move with less hassle, put this savvy Portable Genius guide to work. Want to share data between your Mac and your PC? Understand the differences between Mac OS®X and Windows®? Learn how to perform everyday Mac tasks? Transfer important stuff like calendars, contact lists, and music? You'll find cool and useful Genius tips, full-color screenshots, and pages of easy-to-access shortcuts and tools that will save you loads of time and let you enjoy your Mac to the max.

Paul McFedries is the president of Logophilia Limited, a technical writing company. He has written more than four dozen books that have sold more than two million copies worldwide. These books include Macs Portable Genius, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Macs, and Teach Yourself VISUALLY Windows Vista. Paul encourages all readers to drop by his Web site, www.mcfedries.com.

Portable GENIUS

Fun, hip, and straightforward, the new Portable Genius series gives forward-thinking Apple users useful information in handy, compact books that are easy to navigate and don't skimp on the essentials. Collect the whole series and make the most of your Apple digital lifestyle. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Great Transition and Starting Point
I made the leap to Mac this past week and purchased this book as soon as I ordered my MacBook Pro. This is a quick read and I finished it using Kindle for the iPad on a roundtrip from DFW to Boston. There are some weird page breaks on the Kindle edition and the pictures and diagrams do not have the resolution to be enlarged and of much use.

This is exactly what I needed to get started and highly recommend the book. There are some areas it goes into more detail than I needed (all the ways to run Windows on a Mac) and some others that were less detailed and helpful (how to integrate Mail, iCal, etc. with Exchange Server - particularly Exchange Servers prior to 2007 - it doesn't). These are my only comments that keep it from being a 5 Star Review and I understand that everybody will have diffrent areas of emphasis, it is still a very worthwhile $15.

If you order your Mac online it will arrive in about 5 business days, more than enough time to read this book. It is also easy to have it open next to you when going through setting up preferences and some disaster preparedness issues like an additional Admin User Account.

I recommend the Portable Genius series.

Best of Luck.

Mac Book
This is an awesome book to know the ins and out of Mac. I just switched from a pc to a mac so was a little lost on how to navigate the mac. Overall a really good book that gives you the facts straight and isnt boring.

Very Informative
I purchased this book because I just got my first MacBook Pro and this book has been very helpful. ... Read more

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On a Mac, the sky's the limit for creating professional video. With all the tools available though, it can be a daunting task to decide which ones offer the best solutions for combined efficiency and high-level results. How can you effectively communicate your vision to clients and crew? How should you calibrate your camera for multi-camera and green screen shoots? Is it better to do your keying in After Effects, Motion, or Final Cut? How should you set up your edit suite for efficiency and accuracy? How do you manage large amounts of media and a multitude of formats for multiple software applications? In Video Made on a Mac, you'll learn the answers and much more. Chock-full of practical advice and step-by-step instructions, each chapter provides insight on the critical components of production and postproduction that can make all the difference when you're up against a tight budget and schedule. The accompanying DVD supplies you with project files and high-definition footage so you can follow along with the examples, as well as 50 training videos. Whether you're an advanced Mac user or just beginning to incorporate Adobe Creative Suite into your Final Cut Studio workflow, you'll learn to apply best-practice techniques to all your video projects.


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Customer Reviews (9)

Not a useful book for experienced editors.
I've been video editing on Final Cut Pro for about ten years now and I'm always looking for more information on ways to improve my work which is why I purchased this book. While this book may be very interesting to readers who are still new to editing and Final Cut specifically, I flipped through this book and couldn't find one specific tutorial that I wasn't already familiar with. I was looking for a guide of clever tips and shortcuts to improve my skills and work flow but ended up with a refresher guide to Final Cut editing. While the quality of this book is good, I don't see this being useful for experienced editors.

Video Made on a Mac
Video Made on a Mac
Production and Postproduction Using Apple Final Cut Studio and Adobe Creative Suite


Richard Harrington
Robbie Carman
ISBN-13: 978-0-321-60472-9

This is a fantastic resource for those already well-versed in the fields of video production and image editing. You won't learn the actual software mentioned (After Effects and Final Cut Studio), but rather gain an overall perspective and useful tips while following along with the projects presented.

I found the production planning, budget, and project organization chapters especially useful in an otherwise technical resource guide. There were lots of useful tips on the sides of the pages as well. A lot of work goes into a production, and I learned about the various roles and expectations during the process. I also found the terminology useful for getting up to speed with real-world scenarios.

There's a DVD included that covers extra training as well as files that correspond with the lessons in the book. The appendix includes an excellent section on Working with DSLR Video.

The book's two authors not only teach the software but have gone on to speak at conferences, write books, and contribute regularly online.

look no further
I love love love this book. Read it cover to cover twice already. Been in this field for 30 years and still learned much from these two guys. The training videos alone are worth the price of the book.As is the chapter on how to organize a project more efficiently. As is the real-world-logical suggestions about how to use type in Motion.As is-- oh, stop reading this and buy the book!

Stephen Tyler
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A Must Have for Pros and Hobbyists
I love this book. It is a daily reference. As a producer editor who has been working in tv for a long time, I'm not easy to impress. But by page 6 of this book Rich Harrington and Robbie Carman were teaching me things I didn't know. I wish I had this type of resource when I was starting out. It covers so much about how to actually make a video. Even PC users can benefit from the templates and information contained in this book. A clear winner - Video Made on a Mac: Production and Postproduction Using Apple Final Cut Studio and Adobe Creative Suite

Essential reading
This book isn't just good... it's essential reading for all editor's and digital content creators.

What Harrington and Carman manage to do in fewer than 400 pages is help you sharpen your skills while providing tips and tricks on everything from Greenscreen solutions to crucial steps you must take for organization, archiving, review and approval.

A quick and easy (yet incredibly informative) read, you'll find yourself keeping a copy in your office as well as wanting one for your Kindle so they're guidance will always be close at hand.These guys are tops in their field for a reason.Whether you're working with Apple Final Cut Studio or Adobe Creative Suite... this book (and companion DVD with over 5 hours of training videos) will help you master the dark arts of "good" video creation and post-production.

I've been editing corporate videos, concerts, and indie features for over 15 years, and I still don't know it all... but these guys help me look as if I do. Again, if you make your living working in post-production, this is an absolutely indispensable tool for your arsenal. ... Read more

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Tractor Mac is entered in the tractor pull competition at the county fair.He is trained and ready to pull.When big Tractor Deke, the reigning champion shows up, the contest really begins!Tractor Mac proves he is a winner but in a different way than he imagined. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Excellent Books!
We bought 2 of these books for our 1 1/2 year old son who LOVES tractors.He now can't go anywhere without them.I just ordered the other 4 to complete the collection since as much as he carries them around and sits quietly (alone) and looks at them, they are sure to be WELL worn in a few months.He is already recognizing the animals and mimicing the animal sounds from looking at the pictures.Our 4 year old daughter (who is HUGE princess fan)loves to climb up in the chair and listen to the stories as well!

There is more than one way to win.
My three-year-old son loves the Tractor Mac series.In this one, Tractor Mac goes to the county fair to compete against the big tractors and comes up short.However, on his way home, he fixes the broken carousel to the delight of all the children proving that there is more than one way to be a winner.

Great book!!!
Our very energetic 16 month-old loves this book.It is often his first pick from the bookshelf.While he rarely sits still long enough to read an entire book, he is quite content to sit from cover to cover for this one.He loves pointing out all of the animals and the different tractors, and he always grins when we reach the last line of "Tractor Mac you're a true winner!"This is a great book for country and city children alike! ... Read more

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Learn how to work under the hood of Mac OS X without breaking a sweat using this all-new addition to Sybex's reputable suite of Mac titles. Employing a skill-level approach to the command line, this unique book works for all Mac users from beginner to experienced. First get familiar with the fundamental commands then tackle complex tasks, such as modifying users, groups, and permissions. Finish up with advanced system maintenance and management techniques. A logical next step to Sybex's best-selling Mastering Mac OS X, 3rd Edition, this book offers timesaving ways to work more efficiently. Includes a Foreword from Adam Engst, the publisher of TidBITS. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

MAc OS X Command Line: Unix Under The Hood
Hi all, I have a pleasure in letting you know that I got my book as I expected. My suggestion is it would be nice if an ebook of this kind can be developed so as customers that bought it can download for an option to read from the iPad or Kindle.

This book is more for Unix novices
I found 2 chapters to be very useful, Chapter 12 on Working with Users, Groups and Permissions and Ch. 14 on Managing Programs and Processes.The remaining chapters are pretty much standard Unix commands; but, very well written for Unix novices.Overall the book is well written that I would use it as a Unix reference for commands that I am familiar with (example, didn't know ls -F would show me the directories with a slash).

It is really good book, pleasure to spend time with.
OS X UNIX is amazingly friendly and accessible. Some people who had never used command line before, type commands and work with the operating system directly as a "cool guys" in movies! This book is very helpful and well written and it is serves as a very nice reference. If you really need the initial training I would say that "UNIX Essentials" DVD I found here on Amazon is a nice option. It is complete UNIX course recorded and this book and a video they contribute one another greatly. You improve the reading and by reading you improve what you have seen.
The book is very particular about the subjects that related to OS X and because there are some differences between OS X and other UNIXes it is nice to have a book that deals with it.

Mostly good stuff
Structured in a distinctive but helpful way, "The Mac OS X Command Line: Unix Under the Hood" is quite a solid introduction to the command line, a mechanism that not only speeds and simplifies many tasks but also lets you do a number of things unavailable under the GUI. Its 400+ pages, arranged fundamentally as a tutorial, are replete with basic steps and shortcuts alike. The book covers everything from Terminal ("gateway" to the command line) to the file system to text editing and printing; in the later chapters, it moves on to such relatively advanced topics as file compression and archiving, groups and permissions, networking, program and process management, system maintenance, and shell configuration. Interleaved between the chapters (and here is where the book's structure is distinctive) are sections devoted to key Unix concepts that recur to the point of transcending multiple chapters; these nine sections, referred to as Interludes, tackle things like command syntax, pathnames, redirection, the "open" command (more powerful than it may sound), wildcards, and ways of automating commands.

Besides obviously providing a nice treatment of the basics, the book offers plenty of advanced material for the experienced user. The index is nice to see and easy to use. Other nice touches are a command list, chapter summaries in the introduction, and an appendix with additional readings.

Allowing for a variety of problem areas, in large measure evidently outside the author's control, this is a book well worth reading and using. It is true that some of the editing errors are thoroughly confusing (references to subsequent material as supposedly already presented, references to misidentified chapters, related graphics positioned out of logical order, and so on); still, the book is redeemed by the readily understood and applied, comprehensive, and mostly well-organized content.

Chuck Brandstater

Clear and easy to follow
As anyone who's used one of Kirk McElhearn's other books on the Mac OS will be unsurprised to hear, I found this book very easy to follow -- so easy in fact that I found I could skip the first few chapters. That's probably because I'm not a complete command-line virgin (I remember the days before Windows and the first Mac OS, and as a web designer I've done a bit of tinkering in Unix on some of the web servers I use) but even if you are, from my impression of the first chapters, this book can tell you everything you need to know to start using the command line.

The book is designed as a chapter-by-chapter tutorial, teaching you the things you need to know in a methodical order, but it contains enough information, and has a good enough index, to be used as your main reference for the command line once you've mastered the basics.

My only criticism would be that while it tells you how to do all sorts of useful things, it doesn't have enough real-world, detailed examples of the kind of uses you could put your new knowledge to -- I was expecting some kind of 'case studies' feature, giving real examples of how to use commands you've just learned to automate your back-up procedures, for example. The information's all in there, but to some extent you have to work out what you can do with it for yourself.

But I guess that's only a minor criticism -- you probably wouldn't read this book in the first place if you didn't have some idea of the kind of thing you can do with the command line.

So all in all, it's a great starting point, and I can see that in the future I'm going to find it a valuable reference. ... Read more

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UntitledExcel X for Mac OS X is the model OS X app, from its Aqua interface to its complete support for OS X's modern architecture. In Excel X for Mac OSX: Visual QuickStart Guide, author Maria Langer, veteran Mac writer andconsultant, walks you through all that's new and noteworthy in Microsoft'sspreadsheet powerhouse, dispensing lots of expert tips along the way.

Maria knows you're a busy professional. That's why Excel X for Mac OS X:VQS was designed to let you learn as you work. Use it as aquick-reference guide: Just look up a topic in the index--or use the pagetabs to thumb to it--then follow the simple, concise steps and check yourresults against the accompanying screenshots. Newcomers can treat the book as a step-by-step introduction to Excel, starting with the basics, thenmoving on to more advanced techniques, such as inserting objects andmultimedia events, creating charts and graphs, and publishing spreadsheets to the Web. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Computer Reference Books
I received Excel X for Mac OS X in excellent condition. Love it. Thank you.

Great for beginners
This is the second book I've purchased written by Maria Langer.The first was Mac OS X Panther (Visual QuickStart Guide).Like the book for panther. Excel X is great for those new to the program, or for those who have little experience in formating the spreadsheets, conjuring up formulas, and establish and managing lists.

For more experienced/advanced users, you'll appreciate the book as quick reference and the nice tips you'll find to increase your efficiency.But if you're looking for more advanced techniques (i.e. scripts, macros, advanced formatting) you might want to look elsewhere.

Excellent way to quickly transfer your Excel skills from Wintel to Mac.
This book probably works just as well for an introduction to Excel for the ones who have no experience with this program.Given that I have extensive experience with Excel, my review focuses on this guide's ability to transfer your Excel skills from the Wintel to the Mac OS environment.

This guide does a very good job of transferring the skills you have acquired in Excel/Wintel to Excel/Mac OS in the minimum of time.The format of the book is even superior to the Dummies series (my favorite until now).This is because each page is smartly divided between a relevant simple list of action steps to take to achieve a specific function.And, the other half of the page shows actual pictures of what the screen will look like.So, the emphasis on actual visuals is second to none (it is ahead of the Dummies series on that count).

It is the simplest stuff who will baffle you at first.The more advanced features of Excel are common whether you work on the Mac or the Wintel platform.But, what is unsettling is that the simplest features are different. When you first work with Excel for Mac, just the simple viewing and editing of cells is different.It leads one to believe that Excel for Mac and Wintel are really incompatible.They are actually very compatible.But, you just have to understand how the Mac environment works.It is a little bit different.Once you get the hang of it, it's a cruise.

After studying this guide, you will quickly realize that Excel for Mac is just as flexible and powerful an analytical tool as Excel/Wintel.It even has some advantages.The Clipboard is more visible and useful.The Calculator feature gives you more space and control when developing complex formulas.The List function offers more robust database capabilities than the traditional Excel.It integrates Access capabilities into Excel.The graph function has several additional 3-D capabilities.Thus, overall I strongly recommend this book, that will quickly teach you Excel for the Mac.

Mac users do well to get Windows Excel books
I'm a long-time (since 1984) Mac user and devotee, so I'm not being heretical when I say that the best books about Excel are written for a Windows audience. The Mac versions of Excel are sufficiently compatible with the Windows versions that almost everything you learn from a Windows book will apply on the Mac. There are so many more Windows users (and especially power users) of Excel that many more books have been written for them. If you want to become a power user, try "Microsoft Excel 2000 Formulas" by John Walkenbach.

Great 4 Beginners - Power Users Will Be Disappointed
I've bought several of the Visual Quickstart Guides for other Mac applications so when I decided I wanted to become a real Excel power user, I thought this would be a good book to start with.For those just getting into Excel, this would be the place to start.(In fairness, this is probably their target audience in the first place.) I even found it useful for gaining a better understanding some functions I hadn't attempted in the past.

My only complaint is that it just doesn't go deep enough.I wanted some help with formulas in general and more advanced formulas in particular (e.g. HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, etc. and nested formulas) and the book didn't provide any more information on formulas than the application's help file, which isn't much.

To be helpful, it would be nice to see a nice long list of example formulas with descriptions on how or when you would use them.

OK, maybe I'm being a bit harsh, but hey, I bought the book and was a little disappointed. ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (7)

Best Bet for Novice Explorers
I owned a Mac for 5 years but had my son nearby and simply asked for help whenever I needed it. Great relationship but I never really learned how to navigate on my own. So when I recently purchased a new Mac, I wanted to do more than just phone for help. This book is perfect for me and anyone new to the Mac. It has projects that not only introduce you to the possibilities, but step-by-step reminders for things you won't do often and may have forgotten. There are 54 chapters/projects that run the gamut from basic navigation to creative ideas - all making life easier as there is no guesswork as to how to find something using the proper computer language, which I will never master. If you are a techie, this is probably too easy, but for someone like me, it is fun and informative and sits beside my computer for quick reference or a casual exploration. Use it to manage files, edit and store pictures, shortcuts, foreign language help, and finding all those things once they are on the computer. Highly recommended for its simplicity and helpful guides.

Mac trainee
I recently bought my wife a brand new Mac Book Pro but she needed some guidence and this book was the answer. She now operates the Mac with confidence. This is a great book. Highly recommended!

Book had water damage and an odor, but advertised "like new"
Book has water damage and an foul odor, but was advertised "like New"I am disappointed.

My New Mac, Snow Leopard Edition: 54 Simple Projects to Get You Started
Like most Mac users bought for reference. Still on desk, maybe, someday, I'll look into it. Normally Mac comes out with something before this happens and I'll have to seek expert answers!

Honest Ed
This is the second time I ordered this book from
Amazon.com. I was so impressed with it, that I wanted my brother to have it for his new Imac. My son originally got this book from the library for me to read, because he knew I was ordering a new Imac. The book is very easy to understand, showing pictures with the directions it gives. I'm a firsttime mac user, and by following the directions in the book, it made getting to know the maca lot easier, with less frustration. ... Read more

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Maximize the power of your Mac

Get the most out of your Mac, whether you've got an iMac, MacBook, and Mac mini. How to Do Everything: Mac, Second Edition shows you how to configure and customize your Mac and put all of the built-in tools to work right away, such as iTunes, Mail, Safari, and iLife. Learn all about the cutting-edge new Mac OS X Snow Leopard features, including 64-bit support, Grand Central Dispatch, QuickTime X, and enhanced performance. Hardware, peripherals, networking, and maintenance are also covered in this easy-to-follow guide.

• Manage files, folders, and applications with the improved Finder
• Get online and explore with Safari
• Entertain yourself with QuickTime, iPhoto, iTunes, and iMovie
• Tweak the System Preferences
• Set up a wired or wireless network
• Use iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Stay in touch and on schedule with Mail, Address Book, iCal, and iChat
• Dual-boot between Mac OS X and Windows
• Add external devices via USB and FireWire
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and back up your Mac

Dwight Spivey is the author of several Mac guides, including the first edition of this book. He is a software and support engineer for Konica Minolta, where he specializes in Mac operating systems, applications, and hardware. Dwight teaches classes on Mac usage, writes training and support materials for Konica Minolta, and is a Mac OS X beta tester for Apple. ... Read more

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Covers Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Entourage 2008 for MacExperience learning made easy—and quickly teach yourself how to use Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac—one step at a time. With STEP BY STEP, you set the pace—building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them!Create basic to advanced Word documents using templatesDesign impressive PowerPoint presentationsProduce data-rich Excel workbooks and attractive chartsManage communication and scheduling with EntourageCreate stylish graphics with just a few clicksMaster handy keyboard shortcuts for common tasksYour STEP BY STEP learning experience includes:Files for building skills and practicing the book’s lessons—available on the book’s companion Web siteAuthor’s picks for 14 great how-to articles onlinePractice files available at: http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/companion/9780735626171 ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

sharpen skills
Great book for those that want to learn how the new features of Office for Mac 2008 work. The book first explains the features than you do a lesson and at the end of each chapter you review the keypoints.

save your money
Please, Please, Please save your money and DO NOT buy this book. This is the most un-organized computer help book that I have seen. Most people are going to want to learn how to use Word, Excel and Powerpoint individually. This book however is organized by task or function, if you have never used any of these programs before you will be totally lost! The insruction is scattered and completely random. I have never been so frustrated trying to learn something before in my life ... Read more

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If you're like many people, you wouldn't dream of turning on your computer without also instantly (or almost instantly) launching at least one of the applications included in Microsoft Office. This task-based guide recognizes that and gets down to business fast, taking you step-by-step through all of the key features of the Microsoft Office 2004 suite for Mac OS X: Word 2004, Excel 2004, PowerPoint 2004, Entourage 2004and MSN Messenger Version 4.0. If you're a beginning user, you'll appreciate the friendly, visual approach to all of Office's word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, calendaring, and email features. And if you're an Office veteran, you'll relish the coverage of Office 2004's newest features (many of them exclusive to Macs): Compatibility Reports, which identify and correct discrepancies between different versions of Office documents (including Mac and Windows versions); Word's Notebook Layout View; Excel's Page Layout View; and much more. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Microsoft Office for Mac OS X 2004
This book, although listed and priced as used, arrived in new condition. Very pleased.

William R. Wilson

Office 2004.
This is one of the bestof the Quick Start guides. It is clear and concise and makes a long time Mac. user comfortable.

Owen O'Meara

Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac OS 10 Visual QuickStart Guide
This books makes learning the workings of Microsoft Office 2004 super easy. The photos and instructions take the reader step-by-step through the inner workings of the program. A must for the beginner and a resource for the experienced user. Learn Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Entourage and more by using this guide any way you wish.

Gets You Started Quickly
Aimed at the beginning and intermediate user of Microsoft Office for Macintosh, this book is part of the Visual Quickstart Guide. The philosophy of the series is to use a lot of photographs so that you can see what the screen should look like as you do various tasks during the learning process.

The organization of the book, after an introduction that you really should read or at least glance over, is modular just like the software. There's a part on Word, on Excel, on PowerPoint, and on Entourage. Each part is self standing and can be used independently of the other parts. You can read the part on the software you need without having to go do everything at once. Although to be sure you will sooner or later want to use the various applications together, and for this there is Part VI: Combining the Applications.

As a visually oriented book, there are hundreds of pictures/drawings to illustrate just about every point. It's a very fast way to get started.

Excellent quick guide to Microsoft Office
This 453-page book is written for beginning and intermediate users of Microsoft Office 2004. It blends short, well-written sections on the various parts of Office 2004 with screen shots and other graphics that show you visually how to do things.This is a winning combination and makes learning about Office 2004 easy and fun.I also was pleased to find short "tips" following the various discussions that further enhanced your ability to use the feature being discussed.

Starting the book is a good summary of what's new with the four components of Office 2004, namely Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Entourage.This is followed by separate"Parts" for each of these four applications plus an introductory section and a special ending section.The latter contains instruction on combining some of the aspects of the four applications.Within each of the major "Parts" are Chapters of major features each broken down further into short sections focusing on the various useful ways to use various features of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Entourage.

For example, Part II is on Microsoft Word.It is broken down into 6 chapters focusing on working with word, document formatting, text formatting, adding graphics, creating tables, and other word features.Then within each of those are several subsections providing specific help on various aspects of each chapter topic.For instance, within "document formatting" you'll find specific focus on paper size and orientation, margins, headers and footers, page numbers, inserting page breaks, creating multiple sections, and multiple columns.And all are user-friendly and quite helpful!

This book is part of the "Visual Quickstart Guide" series of Peachpit Press, and the again lives up to the other fine visual guides from this company.I was also impressed by the knowledge shared in this book by the skilled author whose past works included more than 50 other books and hundreds of computer-related reviews and articles for various well-known computer magazines.He knows his subject and has the skills to guide the reader to a most satisfying understanding of Office 2004.

All and all, I would highly recommend this helpful book and I'm sure I will be referring to it many times whenever I have a question about Office 2004 - and I have confidence that I'll find the answer! ... Read more

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Mac OS X just keeps getting better! The newest cat in the pack, 10.4 Tiger, has new bells and whistles and terrific updates that make it even easier and more fun to use, which is why you won’t want to miss out on the helpful guidance this book has to offer.

Written by “Dr. Mac” himself, veteran Macintosh expert Bob LeVitus, Mac OS X Tiger For Dummies is perfect whether you’re brand-new to the Mac or you’re a longtime Mac-thusiast. You’ll find sections on

• Basic Mac usage, including keyboard and mouse, menus, windows, the Dock,  saving and backing up files, and getting around OS X
• Internet ins and outs, how to print from your Mac, and the how and why of System Preferences
• How to set up a network, share files, and troubleshoot problems
• Step-by-step installation instructions for OS X, and a lot more

Bob LeVitus reaches over a million readers weekly with his “Dr. Mac” column in the Houston Chronicle, and his books have sold more than a million copies worldwide.  In this one, he helps you

• Find your way around the new Finder, go Web surfing with the cool new Safari browser, and search smarter with Spotlight
• Use Preferences to personalize your system for the way you work
• Handle removable media, including CDs, DVDs, and even classic devices like zip drives
• Manage files, use file sharing, and protect your precious data —painlessly
• Take advantage of Dashboard widgets, navigate nested folders, and make the most of Tiger

With the friendly and expert advice in this book, you’ll tame the Tiger in no time.  Then, when you’re ready to delve deeper into some of the specific applications like digital media, check out other For Dummies guides, including iLife '04 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies (ISBN 0-7645-7347-0). ... Read more

Customer Reviews (20)

Bought for my 80-Year-Old Parents
This is the book for someone who knows virtually nothing about the MAC OS X Tiger operating system.My father uses it.He is 80 and not computer savvy but it's helping him may his way using his computer.

Should be Mac OS X Tiger for Beginners ONLY
Really basic stuff.If you're a complete newcomer to computers AND to Mac OS X, then this should fit fine.If you're already familiar with Windows, other books are probably better.I don't regret the purchase, but I'd hoped for a bit more depth.

I was a dummie to buy this
Today, in May 2007, this is completely out of date. Buy the Pogue book.

Mac OS X Tiger For Dummies
Extremely helpful. As a fairly new computer user, I found this book especially helpful because it contains some basic info for the beginner. Most books assume you're an accomplished user, and go into more advanced issues.I have learned alot from this book.

Mac OS X Tiger for Dummies.
Not really needed to due basic things with OS X. ... Read more

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The way you think can make you or break you. In The Power of Attitude, entrepreneur Mac Anderson presents some strong suggestions that can guide readers toward success. A complement to his first book The Nature of Success, this book features the same powerful imagery but emphasizes the internal workings of the mind and heart that drive a person in productive paths. As founder of Successories, the leading manufacturer of inspirational and motivational wall décor, Anderson practices what he preaches with notable results. In his introduction, he writes of his hope to energize and inspire you to live the life of your dreams, and then also to make a positive difference in the lives of others. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

Totally thrilled
Recently I received the book "The Power of Attitude" by Mac Anderson. I was so excited to open the package and see my new purchase. The book is small and easy to handle. The cover was filled with a beautiful picture that lured me into the pages of the book. The book is filled with amazingly beautiful picutures along with verses and comments that are truly inspiring and uplifting. Each time I pick up the book and thumb to a random page, the verse brings some meaning to whatever is dragging me down and gives me a whole new perspective that helps me get through the rest of my day.

Thank you, Mac Anderson!! This is a wonderful book. Anyone that buys this book will be completely satisfied with it!!

Change the way you Think and enrich your Life
This is a collection of awsome quotes, thoughts, and short stories about all things that make up or effect your attitude.I refer back to these quotes often and use them in my life to communicate philosophies that enrich not only my life, and my families life, but in my business network.This is a must read for everyone.I especially liked, "The Good News Girl Story."I have shared that story with all of my business associates and friends.
Thank you Mac for giving us this book!

RJ Stratton

Great little book with a very timely and ageless message
This is a great little book with lots of reenforcement for positive thinkers. Many of the articles are real-life examples that demonstrate the importance and value of maintaining a positive attitude.I purchased additional copies and passed them along to family members.Everyone has loved the book.Given these difficult times and all the bad news, I use mine as a source for a daily dose of positive thinking.

Simple Truths VERY good
This is the first book I have bought within the Simple Truths aspect by Mac Anderson.I must say that it is wonderful!Each and every book from this series is inspirational and can be used for personal enjoyment and learning and many can be used in the workforce!Inspirational books are a joy to read and these book hit the top of the list.This book is powerful and would be a good addition to any home or work office!

The Power of Attitude
A must read for everyone!I got what I expected...a great book and in mint condition.Thanks! ... Read more

Product Description

The Mac has fully embraced OpenGL throughout its visual systems. In fact, Apple's highly efficient, modern OpenGL implementation makes Mac OS X one of today's best platforms for OpenGL development. OpenGL^® Programming on Mac OS^® X is the first comprehensive resource for every graphics programmer who wants to create, port, or optimize OpenGL applications for this high-volume platform.

Leading OpenGL experts Robert Kuehne and J. D. Sullivan thoroughly explain the Mac's diverse OpenGL APIs, both old and new. They illuminate crucial OpenGL setup, configuration, and performance issues that are unique to the Mac platform. Next, they offer practical, start-to-finish guidance for integrating key Mac-native APIs with OpenGL, and leveraging the full power of the Mac platform in your graphics applications.

Coverage includes

• A thorough review of Mac hardware and software architectures and their performance implications
• In-depth, expert guidance for accessing OpenGL from each of the Mac's core APIs: CGL, AGL, and Cocoa
• Interoperating with other Mac APIs: incorporating video with QuickTime, performing image effects with Core Image, and processing CoreVideo data
• Analyzing Mac OpenGL application performance, resolving bottlenecks, and leveraging optimizations only available on the Mac
• Detecting, integrating, and using OpenGL extensions
• An accompanying Web site (www.macopenglbook.com) contains the book's example code, plus additional OpenGL-related resources.

OpenGL^® Programming on Mac OS^® X will be valuable to Mac programmers seeking to leverage OpenGL's power, OpenGL developers porting their applications to the Mac platform, and cross-platform graphics developers who want to take advantage of the Mac platform's uniquely intuitive style and efficiency.

Customer Reviews (3)

Needs some work
I would agree with the other two reviewers that the book is in general well laid out and gives some good background for mac os and opengl. However I found the authors style somewhat meandering. For example VBOs are introduced, then something else is talked about and then back to the VBOs again, sometimes its very difficult to tell exactly which technology they are talking about.
This would be ok if the code samples made it easier - but in fact the code samples are a mess and largely missing the important examples referenced in the text.
For example the "please tune me" example mentioned in the other review? Not there. The vertex submission example - also in chapter 11 - also not there. I not sure whether its standard practice that I should be debugging the code as well in order to get it to work. A simple example - the paths to resources (eg Quicktime movies) are hard coded!
Currently it is a useful reference for me - but more because it brings to light a certain technology (eg an Apple extension) - but then I usually have to go elsewhere for it to be explained. In conclusion : it needs a good editor who understands the topic, and whomever the code was outsourced to, they should not be paid. In addition authors should not bother putting up a website if they are not going to respond to queries - just put a CD/DVD in the back of the book.

multiple APIs to choose from
The text describe the nitty gritty of coding or porting your OpenGL applications to the Mac OS X environment. To a limited extent, the book has a general treatment of programming in OpenGL. But it is not meant as a text on the latter. Instead the focus is on the "issues" that making for possible problems on OS X.

One of which is that OS X has 2 types of windows, Carbon and Cocoa. It might perhaps be nicer if there was only one. But this is what you have to deal with. The Apple OpenGL (AGL) is the interface to Carbon, while you need the Cocoa OpenGL for Cocoa. It is slightly unusual that a major platform would have 2 types, and you may want to code just for one type. The book gives many details about both APIs, as well as the GLUT API. An evenhanded discussion. Different readers might well have different preferences.

Some of you should check out the discussion about multithreading, if intensive graphics performance is needed in your applications. The OS X OpenGL engine is said to have much better performance due to its multithreading, than typical serial engines.

Boost your OpenGL Programming Productivity
This book has a lot of shining points. First, all its explanations are crystal clear, focused into the concepts and techniques OpenGL developers really need. Furthermore, the book comprises OpenGL architecture and configuration on OS X, and the various APIs we can use in order to create OpenGL applications, specifically, CGL, AGL, Cocoa, (our old buddy) GLUT, and X11 APIs. A chapter focused into API interoperability is also included. But there is much more information in this book: history notes, a germane review of Mac's hardware, OS X programming, compatibility between Mac platforms, and a discussion about OpenGL extensions. Appendices contain an useful Glossary and notes about Cocoa API for OpenGL in Leopard. Last but not least, the book is the OpenGL/Mac companion we were demanding.

This, however, is not a book for starting to learn OpenGL (use the OpenGL SuperBible or the Red Book instead). This is a book aimed at two categories of programmers: Mac developers in general, and those with OpenGL foundations who want to explore the enormous benefits of OpenGL development on Mac OS X. I do strongly believe that any OpenGL developer will benefit of studying this great book.

Personally, Chapter 11 is the one I've enjoyed the most. The technical wisdom revealed in such chapter almost justifies by itself the full cost of the book. It's such a fine chapter. The almost 5 pages covering the "Axioms for Designing High-Performance OpenGL Applications" are very interesting, particularly the care we must have when doing our OpenGL drawing in Object-Oriented programs; we could easily incur considerable glVertex overhead, if our code is not properly structured. The little tutorial section "Putting It All Together" includes a detailed optimization of an OpenGL program, "Please Tune Me". Delicious. Very Recommended. ... Read more

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A complete training package for Apple's new operating system

Mac OS X is used around the world, and users are eager to get started with Apple's newest operating system: Mac OS X Snow Leopard. Packed with step-by-step instructions, this full-color, all-inclusive training package serves as an invaluable learning tool for Mac users of all levels of experience.

Lesson files and video training is like having your own personal instructor guiding through each lesson, while you work at your own pace. The book-and-DVD combo delivers essential topics on Snow Leopard's new features and capabilities. Each tutorial is approximately five minutes long and demonstrates tasks such as customizing settings, working with the Finder, connecting peripherals, listening to music and podcasts, and troubleshooting common problems.

• Combines a full-color, step-by-step instructional book with lesson files and video training on a companion DVD
• Included 13 self-paced lessons that allow you to discover essential skills and explore the new features and capabilities of Apple's newest operating system, Snow Leopard
• Each tutorial is approximately five minutes long and demonstrates and explains the concepts and features covered in the lesson
• Coverage includes information on what's new in Snow Leopard, getting the most from the new features, customizing settings and working with the Finder, connecting peripherals and listening to music and podcasts, and maintaining and troubleshooting issues
• Jam-packed with information, this training package takes you from the basics through intermediate-level topics

Jam-packed with helpful information, this training package shows you how to get the most out of all that Mac OS X Snow Leopard has to offer. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

Got what I ordered. Great value! Just took too long to receive.
The book I ordered was just what I wanted.Great value for the book, however, the shipping took two weeks.

Alaska Apple User Group Review
Pro:Excellent tool for exploring the operating system Snow Leopard for purchase.Outstanding reference from install & getting started to troubleshooting.It is light, easy to handle, read, and look things up.Information is outlined for use page by page from overview of the critical path to deep drill down as needed.The author writes from an experiencedhands on approach.I can open any chapter in this book and work back or forward without getting lost.It is a gem.The accompanying DVD is an added bonus.It is great for working through difficult learning curves, as needed for those times when I need IT hand holding!It's the cat's meow.

Cons:I really can't think of one.Maybe that it dampens my interest in exploring other reference tools for this operating system.Maybe that it is not out in a Kindle version yet.Hair splitting.

For newbies only
I was about to switch over from PC to Mac after nearly 20 years and a high degree of familiarity (and frustration) with Windows. I wanted a visual guide of where to find things and how to do them; because obviously the Mac operating system is organized differently from what I had been using. The book, with nice pictures and step by step instructions, succeeds in providing the bare essentials for a someone new to computer; but is woefully incomplete.There are simply many subjects not touched on (there's for instance, no mention of the fact that Macs are not designed to Defrag, and a few that could have been omitted (does someone starting out really want to tackle Terminal(from what I can discern the Mac equivalent of a DOS window), when first starting out?The CD provided with the book provides little more than some files to push around.I had a ton of those from my previous computer.
I found that, perhaps because Snow Leopard is so stable and logical, I could stumble around the system, opening menus and windows and teaching myself how to do virtually everything I can do on a PC.If one is not intimidated by a new machine, and has some prior experience on computers, there surely are better books out there.

A must have for all levels of OSX Snow Leopard users
I am a seasoned OSX user and have been working on Macs for years. The content in this book has been enlightening and is on-the-money for any level of user. Whether your just making the switch to Macintosh or a veteran, this book is filled with detailed information. Every thing from navigating the finder to setting up your own home network, Chad has covered it all. This book is a must have, ready to grab at any moment of trouble for me. I even figured out how to get that old printer to work with Snow Leopard with the CUPS information in this book. The instructional DVD that is included has all the files needed for the step-by-step tutorials in the book as well as the bonus video training too. I have already recommend this book to friends that have not had a lot of experience with Mac OSX till now and they love it. Thank you to the author for all the hard work! No detail has been left out.

An Exceptional Snow Leopard Resource
Wether you are a novice to Mac and its operating systems or a seasoned veteran, then Snow Leopard - Digital Classroom is the perfect resource book to keep close at hand. With well written and easy to follow chapters, multitudes of illustrated reference points, and an added bonus of an informative training DVD, for us visual learners, this is an exceptional guide for learning OS X Snow Leopard and its applications. I highly recommend this manual to anyone looking to further their knowledge of Mac OS X or to those who have jumped ship and given themselves to the "Mac Side". Thanks AGI Training Team for another essential guide from the Digital Classroom. ... Read more

Product Description
With so many books out there on Mac OS X Leopard, what makes this onebetter and different is its focus. While other Leopard books canregularly be 500-plus pages, this book cuts through all the technicaljargon and gives you exactly what you want: the most important, mostrequested, and just plain coolest things about Leopard that will changethe way you work on your Mac. With Leopard's newest features, this bookwill show you how to customize your workspace with Spaces, search andview your files fast with Quick Look, restore any file on your systemwith Time Machine, and much more. Each page covers just one topic,complete with full-color photos and screenshots, making it easy to findwhat you're looking for fast. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (19)

Outstanding product
This ia another superb book by Scott Kelby.It gives loads of basic info, and some great tips more detailed topics.It arrived in excellent condition, and quicker than I expected.

MacOSX Leopard Book
I found this book friendly and easy to understand.I use my Mac for personal use.Even thou Leopard was not new to me, there was some information in this little book that was still a help to me and a good reference book to keep handy.I was surprised that this "used" book was actually like new.I will be looking at Amazon for any books, etc that I need in the future.They have a good selection.

first apple
this was my first purchase of an apple. So I really needed help, I'm a beginner and it was very helpful in some areas that people thought to be really common. thanks

Great for Mac Newbies
I have several Scott Kelby books and I love them all.This book will get you using the imac quickly.As the author writes it is not an intense manual on any one feature.Once your up and running you can decide which other more intense single subject books you require for your particular needs.Given the screen shots on each page I can even read the book away from my computer and still follow along.Highly recommended.

One of the BEST "How To" books I've ever read
The Mac OS X Leopard Book
Not only does it have all the BASIC information, the author Scott Kellymakes the reading very interesting (and funny at times). The best part of this book is that it gets right to the point of what you need to do in order to perform a certain task without getting a headache trying to figure out what you just read. A "must have" reference book for ALL Mac owners. ... Read more

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Steve Brixton is an average 7th grader. Until one Saturday at the library when he finds himself caught up in America's most top secret case. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (8)

Fantastic!
I am very critical of poorly written, trite books.This book is clearly not that!Very fresh, funny, entertaining, and fun!I am a new fan of Mac Barnett.My daughter loved this book!Please keep them coming Mac (we want to see a whole series of these books!)

A great book with nonstop adventure!
Need a good summer read? Try The Case fo the Mistaken Identity by Mac Barnett. It's a great mystery with nonstop action featuring young Steve Brixton who has a national treasure to find, secret agent bad guys to outwit and cops who want to get their cuffs on him. There are plenty of laughs, secret passages and funny disguises along with the thrills in this fun book! As a fan of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys, I loved the references to the Bailey Brothers and the old fashioned type pictures.

A Hardy Boys wanna be.
I really wanted to like this book. From the blurb that tells about the book on the inside cover, it sounded like a great read. Well, I was wrong.

The Plot: Steve is an amature detective, and a darn good one. When he has to do a school report on something he doesn't want to do one on, his life soon changes, and not for the best.Soon, the government, and ninja librarians are after him. They think that he's a super spy on a dangerous mission for the invisible Mr. E.Steve has to rely on his skills as a detectiveand his knowledge of the The Brixton Brothers mysteries to help him. That's all I really want to say on the plot. I don't want to give to much away.

This book falls short on so many levels.First, Barnett has a strange writing style. He uses a lot of parentheses when he writes, and it's very distracting. He'll be going along (then have something like this) then continue with the story. As I said, it's very distracting and annoying. He also used, "aka" a lot. For example, "Carol aka my mother"this is done many times at the start, and it grew on my nerves.

I also didn't like the main bad guy. When you find out who the bad guy is, and why they did what they did, I found that very weak and sort of a cop out.It was just over the top silly.

If you have boys that you want to get hooked on reading, then I'd say start with this series. I'm sure they'll love it.I do plan to tell my students about this series. For me, it just falls short.

This is just a Hardy Boys wannabe.

hilarious - a page turner...
my 9 year old and I adored this book - we couldn't read it fast enough and she can't wait until tomorrow to tell her friends/class about this "MUST READ!"

Thank you Mac Barnett!
My 10 year old son isn't one to get into a book. Not for lack of my trying: I've got a huge children's library and have introduced lots of different genres. "The Brixton Brothers" is a GEM. My son devoured it like nothing since "Skinnybones".A perfect combination of action, adventure, and humor, "The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity" is an engaging read for 3-5th graders. The brillant tounge-in-cheek humor and great story line makes this a kind of "National Treasure" -like entertainment. We look forward to many more!!! From this first installment, I would characterize "The Brixton Brothers" as: Barbara Park's take on "The Hardy Boys" with a "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" spin." Love it. ... Read more

Product Description
Mac OS X Snow Leopard is the newest Mac operating system, with even better performance and more efficient use of hard drive space as well as cool features like MobileMe, the iWork productivity suite, and improved media technology. And Mac OS X Snow Leopard All-in-One For Dummies is your one-stop reference for all its features.

Eight self-contained minibooks cover OS X basics, customizing and sharing your Mac, the digital hub, iWork, Internet features, networking, expanding your system, and advanced Mac OS X (for those with more techie inclinations). You’ll learn to:

• Determine whether your hardware can handle upgrading to Snow Leopard
• Navigate Snow Leopard, find things with Spotlight, control your Mac with Front Row, and make backups
• Explore the digital hub and its applications: iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iTunes, GarageBand, QuickTime, and iWeb
• Create cool-looking documents with Pages, crunch numbers with Numbers, and build awesome slide presentations with Keynote
• Set up your Internet connection and e-mail, connect with iChat, sync up with MobileMe, and share large files via iDisk
• Build a wireless network with AirPort Extreme
• Keep your Snow Leopard happy with regular maintenance

Mac OS X Snow Leopard All-in-One For Dummies also shows you a little of what’s under the hood, in case you’re interested in doing a little AppleScript programming or learning a bit more about UNIX. Whatever your level of involvement with OS X Snow Leopard, this complete guide covers what you need to know. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

Yeah Dummies!
Product Review

Reviewer: Donald Wingate

Product:Mac OS X Snow Leopard all in one for Dummies

Author: Mark L. Chambers

Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc.

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Price: $[...]

Pros: A one stop shop for all things OSX.A handy reference book to have.
Cons:It's a very BIG book

Product Rating: 4/5 Impressive

by Donald Wingate, Alaska Users Group Member

Conflict of interest disclosure: Wiley Publishing Inc.provided a free copy of "Mac OS X Snow Leopard all in one for Dummies" to me for the purpose of the review.
Being a previous consumer of the "for Dummies" product line (juggling, Intermediate Italian, French Wine, Catholicism, and a few others) I have found the books to be written in a humorous not so serious way that really helps keep me interested in reading more.I am not embarrassed to admit that these books speak to me...Feel free to make your assumptions now.
Being diagnosed with S.O.D. (Shiny Object Syndrome) , I may not have noticed a printed user guide accompanying the Snow Leopard OSX software.This book fills the role well.An easy to navigate index helps you zero in on a topic quickly.The brand's signature Icon's found throughout this tome, help readers easily identify important reminders, warnings, tips, and notable tech stuff.And for this book particularly, because of it's size (700+pages), no matter where my wife would move it too, I had no problem finding it.
My first thought, was that I didn't think I would really learn anything new from this book. Surprise.There are many little jewels of knowledge throughout, i.e. Did you know that iTunes will allow you to listen to radio stations?Yeah, well I did to, but what I didn't know was that if the radio station you would like to listen to is not listed in iTunes, you can add it to the list.
"...4Dummies" provides a well organized easy to read reference to programs in the OSX upgrade: iTunes, iWeb, iDVD, Garage Band, iChat, iMovie, etc.Buy it and keep it close to your Mac, you will use it.

tough book
I like the Dummies Books. However this one is a hard read, the chapters seem to wander & I will stay away from this author in the future. there is another "Snow Leopard for Dummies" ( different author ) which is much better. I get it from the local library.DeVitus,Bob is author of that one

Good Info
Bought this for my brother who had never used a computer before.He is happy I sent this to him, the book is easy to read and follow.We tried to find at the local bookstore but I had better luck on Amazon and also was at a good price.

Confusing

I needed to know how to navigate Stickies but this book doesn't list Stickies in the Index.I found it in Notes....

Next, it said nothing about how to navigate Stickes, so I'm still using the 'up' and 'down' button and it takes forever to get anywhere in the Sticky.

Next, the book says to click the X in the upper left-hand corner to Delete it.Delete it?That doesn't delete it, it just closes it out, but that instruction will keep new users from ever using the X to merely close their Sticky.

Next, some of the tips start by telling you what to click, then somewhere in there you may find the purpose of what you're doing, which should have appeared at the beginning.....Disorganization....

This the first Dummies book I've bought that I really don't like.

Mac OS X snow leopard
The beginning chapters share several hints about the product that is very helpful. I haven't had very much time to read this book, but from what I have read I have enjoyed and use the tips. ... Read more

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A common misconception in the Mac community is that Mac’s operating system is more secure than others. While this might be true in certain cases, security on the Mac is still a crucial issue. When sharing is enabled or remote control applications are installed, Mac OS Xfaces a variety of security threats.

Enterprise Mac Security: Mac OS X Snow Leopard is a definitive, expert-driven update of the popular, slash-dotted first edition and was written in part as a companion to the SANS Institute course for Mac OS X. It contains detailed Mac OS X security information, and walkthroughs on securing systems, including the new Snow Leopard operating system.

Using the SANS Institute course as a sister, this book caters to both the beginning home user and the seasoned security professional not accustomed to the Mac, establishing best practices for Mac OS X for a wide audience.

The authors of this book are seasoned Mac and security professionals, having built many of the largest network infrastructures for Apple and spoken at both DEFCON and Black Hat on OS X security.

What you’ll learn

• The newest security techniques on Mac OS X and latest Snow Leopard operating system from the best and brightest
• The details of the entire new Mac OS X Snow Leopard Operating System for the desktop and server, and how to secure these systems
• Considerations for third-party applications on systems
• The details of Mac forensics and Mac hacking
• How to tackle Apple wireless security

Who is this book for?

Product Description
This book and companion DVD provide digital forensic investigators, security professionals, and law enforcement with all of the information, tools, and utilities required to conduct forensic investigations of computers running any variant of the Macintosh OS X operating system, as well as the almost ubiquitous iPod and iPhone. Digital forensic investigators and security professionals subsequently can use data gathered from these devices to aid in the prosecution of criminal cases, litigate civil cases, audit adherence to federal regulatory compliance issues, and identify breech of corporate and government usage policies on networks. The companion DVD contains custom tools developed by the authors, which can be used in real-life digital forensic investigations.

MAC Disks, Partitioning, and HFS+ File System Manage multiple partitions on a disk, and understand how the operating system stores data.
FileVault and Time Machine Decrypt locked FileVault files and restore files backed up with Leopard's Time Machine.
Recovering Browser History Uncover traces of Web-surfing activity in Safari with Web cache and .plist files
Recovering Email Artifacts, iChat, and Other Chat Logs Expose communications data in iChat, Address Book, Apple's Mail, MobileMe, and Web-based email.
Locating and Recovering Photos Use iPhoto, Spotlight, and shadow files to find artifacts pof photos (e.g., thumbnails) when the originals no longer exist.
Finding and Recovering QuickTime Movies and Other Video Understand video file formats--created with iSight, iMovie, or another application--and how to find them.
PDF, Word, and Other Document Recovery Recover text documents and metadata with Microsoft Office, OpenOffice, Entourage, Adobe PDF, or other formats.
Forensic Acquisition and Analysis of an iPod Documentseizure of an iPod model and analyze the iPod image file and artifacts on a Mac.
Forensic Acquisition and Analysis of an iPhone Acquire a physical image of an iPhone or iPod Touch and safely analyze without jailbreaking.

* Companion DVD Contains Custom Materials )Movies, Spreadsheet, Code, Utilities, Etc.) That Can Be Used in a Real Digital Forensic Investigation
* Includes Unique Information about Mac OS X, iPod, iMac, and iPhone Forensic Analysis Unavailable Anywhere Else
* Authors Are Pioneering Researchers in the Field of Macintosh Forensics, with Combined Experience in Law Enforcement, Military, and Corporate Forensics ... Read more

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Sure, you were happy when the first Mac OS X-compatible version of Word arrived (after all, it's the one software program you can't live without). But this is the version you've really been waiting for. In contrast to Word for Mac OS X-which gelled nicely with the new OS but didn't offer much compelling additional functionality-Word 2004 offers a slew of usability improvements. To start taking advantage of them immediately, you need this task-based guide from popular Mac teacher Maria Langer! Using simple step-by-step instructions, loads of visual aids, and plenty of well-placed tips, Maria gets you up and running fast on the basics before moving on to cover more advanced techniques (formatting, inserting objects, creating outlines, and more). If you're a veteran user, you can go directly to the new material (for example, learning how to record audio notes and link them to your Word docs). And if you're a beginner, you'll appreciate the thorough coverage of all the most common Word tasks. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Hard to read
I find the print quality very poor, especially for the example figures.Some of the print is so small and blurred
that I can't even read it with a magnifying glass.Otherwise the overall general text is pretty good.

Word 2004 for Mac OS X
I use this program because it is ubiquitous. But that is the only reason. There are programs now beginning to be available that are somewhat interchangeable with Microsoft Word, and it will be a blessing then I can get away from Word. It was a pioneer and therefore seemed great. But now we have much more sophisticated and user friendly choices beginning to come on the market

OK for beginners, but
I was looking for a reference for Word 2004 that I could use to solve problems while I use Word.I am an experienced user and was hoping for something that would give me tips and insights into issues like how to work with anchors so that figures get positioned where I want them, and then stay there.Ms Langer's book is an introduction to using Word and is pretty much the same information you'll get from the online help. I've found it to be of little use for the issues I'm trying to address.

For the beginner a great start
Like all of the Visual Quickstart Guides, this book is peppered with hundreds of screen shots and tips.This easily accessible, step-by-step guide will take you from absolute beginner to being able to use Word very well.The book does not cover the advanced techniques available in Word, but does show you how to use the vast majority of functions and menu options.At the end of the book, you will be able to create just about any document you could think of, even if it is not always done in the most elegant way available in Word - that is to say not using the elegance of the advanced functionality of Word.But in all fairness, this book does not present itself as an advanced tutorial, but as a beginner/intermediate book and in this it does deliver every thing it promises.

The step-by-step instructions are easy to follow and are nicely supplemented by the related screenshots.My one complaint is that there are several occasions in this book where, either because of space constraints, or because the topics broach the territory of advance techniques, or because she wishes you to learn by experimentation, the author will discuss a topic only to tell the reader to experiement with the different option buttons.While this is my one complaint, I did not find this too onerous, since this is how I learned Word in the first place.But for the newbie or faint hearted (when it comes to pressing unknown buttons on a computer) it can be a little daunting. Despite this minor issue the book is a great way to learn to use Word on the Mac and for the newbie or fainthearted, do experiment on practice documents before trying a technique on an important document.

While I have used Word for many years and know many advanced techniques of the application, I am happy to say that I did learn several tidbits that I did not know before. I highly recommend this book.

MS Word for Mac X
Very good Introduction, there is nothing comparable to this Book available in the European area on the same price class. ... Read more

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Many systems administrators on the Mac need a way to manage machine configuration after initial setup and deployment. Apple’s Managed Preferences system (also known as MCX) is under-documented, often misunderstood, and sometimes outright unknown by sys admins. MCX is usually deployed in conjunction with an OS X server, but it can also be used in Windows environments or where no dedicated server exists at all.

Enterprise Mac Managed Preferences is the definitive guide to Apple’s Managed Client technology. With this book, you’ll get the following:

• An example-driven guide to Mac OS X Managed Preferences/Client technology
• Recipes for common use case studies and patterns
• A targeted approach appropriate for any sys admin that manages Macs in an OS X or Windows environment

Customer Reviews (1)

Tour De Force
Having seen presentations by each author on the topic helped highlight some of the concepts behind the book, but I wasn't prepared for how eminently readable this was.Taking each moving part of how the Mac is customized/managed in turn, Mr. Maczak and Mr. Neagle take us right up to the minute with (obviously well-rehearsed) best practices that remove headaches from an administrators job, including Active Directory integration practically handed on a platter.Common recipes are detailed, and the cutting-edge (yet flexible) "Local MCX in a custom (non-default) node" method is discussed to boot.
Many technical books feel like they are all talk and lofty theory, with heavy labor needed to get practical use out of what's written.By explaining the why's behind what to do, and taking GUI-based and bash tools alongside python and automation techniques, this book is very accessible, whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro.Highly recommended for anyone hoping to deliver an enterprise-grade computing experience to Mac users. ... Read more