Switching to a Mac For Dummies^®, 2nd Edition

by Arnold Reinhold

• ISBN13: 9780470552452
• ISBN10: 047055245X
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-09-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Switch to a Mac with ease using this practical, humorous guideWant to try life outside of Windows? You've come to the right place. Users are switching from PCs to Macs in droves, and now you can, too, with this helpful guide.In a fun, but practical way, the book walks you through the entire process-hardware and software-including selecting a Mac, moving files, setting up security, and getting the most out of all the fun stuff that makes Macs famous, such as the iLife suite, and more. This book is fully updated for the new generation of Mac hardware and software, including Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the iLife suite, and the latest trends and tools Explore running Windows on your Mac via Boot Camp, how to switch your applications, converting your business to a Mac, getting online, and morePlus, you don't even have to give up Microsoft Office, thanks to Microsoft Office for Mac-so get this indispensable book and join the fun!

Table of Contents

Introduction

Informed Switching Starts Here

Why Switch? Demystifying the Mac Mantra

Meet the Mac Family

Deciding What to Buy

Making the Switch

The Big Day: Setting Up Your Mac

Mac OS X for Windows Users

Moving Files from Your PC to the Mac

Switching Applications

Connecting Hither and Yon

Getting Your Mac Online

Networking the Mac Way

Staying Secure in a Connected World

More Software, More Choices

Easy Listening with iTunes

Picturing iPhoto

Producing Movies and Music on Your Mac

Building Your Space on the Web

Enjoying Other OS X Goodies

Oops, It's a PC: Running Windows on Your Mac

Specialty Switching Scenarios

Switching with the Whole Family in Mind

Switching Your Business to Macs

Desktop to Dashcode: OS X Advanced

The Part of Tens

Ten Terrifi c Troubleshooting Tips

Ten Ways Your Mac Can Help the Planet

Ten Creative Uses for Your Old PC

Appendix: Mac Speak versus Windows Speak: A Translation Glossary

Index

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