Beyond the Basics...Beneath the Surface...In Depth Mac OS X Lion in Depth Do more with Mac OS X Lion–in less time! Mac OS X Lion In Depth is a comprehensive guide to Mac OS X Lion, grounded in real-world advice and experience. The author, Robyn Ness, is a long-time Mac user and provides practical instruction on how to get up and running with Lion, and then move on to more advanced features and options. • Streamline your workflow with Mission Control and Spaces • Organize your apps with Launchpad • Get the most from Lion’s multitouch gestures • Set up your desktop and apps to give you a clean start or resume where you left off • Purchase and download apps from the Mac App Store and run full-screen apps • Manage contacts, calendars, and email • Set up user accounts and parental controls • Configure wired and wireless networking • Chat, video chat, and screen-share with Lion’s iChat and FaceTime • Use the Safari web browser for reading lists, bookmarks, and RSS • Share files with nearby Lion users with AirDrop • Run Windows and Windows apps on your Mac • Activate Universal Access and accessibility features • Recover files through Versions and Time Machine • Use Lion’s built-in disk recovery options Mac OS X Lion In Depth is for any experienced Mac user seeking to deepen their understanding and master the features of the new version of Mac OS X. All In Depth books offer Comprehensive coverage with detailed solutions Troubleshooting help for tough problems you can’t fix on your own Outstanding authors recognized worldwide for their expertise and teaching style Learning, reference, problem-solving... the only Mac OS X Lion book you need!

A comprehensive guide to all aspects of Mac's newest operating system, OS X Lion The latest Mac operating system takes full advantage of the latest multi-touch trackpads, the new App Store for the desktop, and a host of upgrades that incorporate some of the best elements of the iPad experience. This book covers every new feature as well as all the basic Mac information for every level of expertise. Beginners will learn all about Mac OS X Lion and how to use it, while more advanced users can delve into tips, tricks, and higher-end professional information. Looks at Mac OS X Lion, the latest version of the Mac operating system, and its features that bring Mac power together with iPad convenience Offers comprehensive coverage of all the new features in depth, including multi-touch trackpad gestures, the App Store for Mac, Mission Control, and more Includes basic coverage to give beginners a thorough understanding of the Mac OS, plus advanced information for those who want professional tips, tricks, guidance, and much more Written by a recognized Apple expert and frequent contributor to Macworld Mac OS X Lion Bible gives beginners a sound foundation in the new Mac operating system and provides experienced users with the information to take their skills to the next level.

Get the Most Out of Your Mac With coverage of the iMac, MacBook, MacBook Air, and Mac mini, How to Do Everything Mac, OS X Lion Edition shows you how to configure and customize your Mac and take full advantage of all the powerful tools and capabilities. You'll learn about the new features, including Multi-Touch gestures, Mission Control, full-screen apps, Launchpad, FaceTime, and more. Hardware, networking, security, and maintenance are also discussed in this practical guide. Interact with your Mac using Multi-Touch gestures View your system from Mission Control Connect to the Internet and explore with Safari Video chat with FaceTime Stay in touch and on schedule with Mail, Address Book, iCal, and iChat Browse and download content from the Mac App Store Access your apps from Launchpad and view them full-screen Use iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations Stay entertained with QuickTime, iPhoto, iTunes, and iMovie Sync data with your iPod, iPad, or iPhone Set up a wired or wireless network Connect external devices via USB and FireWire Troubleshoot, maintain, and back up your Mac Dwight Spivey is a product manager for Konica Minolta. He has worked with the Mac since 1996, is a member of the Apple Developer Connection, and stays up to date on all Mac technical issues. Dwight is the author of iPhone & iPod touch QuickSteps and many other Mac-related titles.

Unleash the power of OS X Mountain Lion! Maximize the amazing features packed into the latest release of Apple’s cutting-edge desktop operating system. With coverage of the iMac, MacBook, MacBook Air, and Mac mini, How to Do Everything: Mac OS X Mountain Lion shows you how to set up and customize your machine for peak performance. Find out what’s new, such as Messages, the Notification Center, Reminders, and more. Networking, hardware, security, and troubleshooting are fully explained in this hands-on guide. Manage system preferences Interact with your Mac using Multi-Touch gestures Launch apps and utilities from Launchpad Manipulate open items with Mission Control Connect to the Internet and surf with Safari Video chat with FaceTime Download content from the App Store Stay in touch, on schedule, and organized with Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, Notes, and Reminders Use iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations Enjoy multimedia with QuickTime, iPhoto, iTunes, and iMovie Use iCloud to sync data with your iPod, iPad, and iPhone Set up a wired or wireless network Connect external devices via USB and FireWire Troubleshoot, tune, and back up your Mac

Unleash the amazing features of your iPhone 4S! Filled with handy tips and little-known tricks, How to Do Everything: iPhone 4S shows you how to maximize the powerful capabilities of this revolutionary device. Configure and customize your iPhone, make calls, video chat, listen to music, watch videos, create and manage your iTunes library, surf the Web, take photos and video, ask Siri for assistance, use iCloud to store and access your content, and much more. You’ll also learn how to connect your iPhone to your company’s network via virtual private networking and to your company’s Exchange Server for e-mail and calendars. Load your iPhone with music, videos, data, and apps Connect to wireless networks at home, at work, and on the road Take crisp photos and video with the new eight megapixel camera Make phone calls, video chat with FaceTime, and use e-mail and instant messaging Use iCloud to sync content seamlessly between your iPhone and other iOS devices Get help from Siri, the voice-controlled intelligent assistant Keep up to date with your calendars and contacts Create a great audio and video library for your iPhone and iTunes Use your iPhone for file backup, storage, and transfer Connect to your business network and to Exchange Server Create, edit, and share business documents on your iPhone Sync your iPhone with multiple computers Troubleshoot your iPhone and iTunes

What if all your iOS devices could talk to each other-- without your help? Harvell shows you how to bring harmony to your Apple world, and helps you get organized at work and at home with synced contacts, bookmarks, and e-mails on all of your devices via WiFi and cellular data!

Take your Kindle Fire to its limits—and way beyond them You already know how to download and read e-books on your Kindle Fire. Now, discover how to turn it into a personal music and video player, Web and e-mail device, Android-based app and gaming center, text messager, and remote work tool. Kindle Fire Geekery: 50 Insanely Cool Projects for Your Amazon Tablet teaches these power-user tricks and many more. You’ll see how to load non-Amazon media files, find free stuff, and stream your library from the cloud. Get your geek on! Learn how to: Use your Kindle Fire as a portable music player Rip CDs and transfer audio from LP or cassette Watch movies and TV shows stored on your computer Stream your collection through Amazon’s Cloud Drive Load e-books from any format to your Kindle Fire Lock your Kindle Fire and tweak its operating system Install apps from sources other than Amazon’s Appstore Connect to WiFi networks, browse the Web, and use e-mail Keep your Kindle Fire and its Silk browser running smoothly Send text messages, share files, and edit Office documents

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Get off the ground with Apple's revolutionary iCloud file storage system How to Do Everything: iCloud makes it easy to wirelessly sync, store, and access your favorite files and data. Learn the basics of cloud computing and what you'll need to start using iCloud. Within minutes you'll be using iCloud to effortlessly share and sync iTunes, App Store, and iBookshop purchases; documents, files, and photos; iCal, Address Book data, and more--among all your Mac computers and iOS devices that are linked to the same iCloud account. This step-by-step guide helps you maximize all the powerful and versatile features of iCloud so you can get even more function and enjoyment from your iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Plus, you can easily transfer data, content, documents, and files between your Windows-based PC and Apple iOS devices. Configure and use iCloud Migrate existing Apple MobileMe accounts Evaluate and select the best online storage and music service alternatives to iTunes and iCloud Wirelessly back up your iPhone & iPad using iCloud Use Photo Stream to store, manage, and view digital photos on any computer or iOS device Sync and share iOS apps and app-related data Use iOS devices to stream content to your TV Troubleshoot and solve problems related to using iCloud

This practical guide covers all that’s new in the latest iPod touch and shows the best ways to load media content, play games, surf the web, use FaceTime to video chat, watch TV shows and movies, and more! How to Do Everything: iPod touch covers the new, supercharged iPod touch which combines three great products: a widescreen iPod with touch controls; a portable game console; and a breakthrough Internet device The book’s chapters provide details on loading your iPod touch with music, videos, games, and data, plus how to chat with FaceTime, keep up with social media accounts, take photos, create and edit business documents, and much more. You’ll get all the information you need to fully exploit the iPod touch with both Windows PCs and Macs and learn about the wealth of activity you can do beyond listening to music. How to Do Everything: iPod touch Contains clear instructions with screenshots and illustrations that guide you through everything from unboxing your iPod touch and installing iTunes to troubleshooting hardware and software issues Includes “How To” and “Did You Know?” sidebars with extra information to help you with tricky issues and queries Explains how to use your iPod touch and iTunes with both Windows PCs and Macs, covering Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.7 Lion Offers tips for building a comprehensive media library in iTunes and keeping it backed up