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If Mac OS X Panther can do it, you can do it too…

Whether you’re new to Mac OS X or a Panther pro, this totally revised and enhanced edition of the classic Mac OS references gives you everything you need to install and manage the latest version of this highly reliable, versatile, and powerful operating system. From comprehensive installation instructions and tips on how to enhance your workspace to sharing files on a network, surfing the Web at high speed, and editing your own videos, everything you need to master Panther is in this definitive reference!

Inside, you’ll find complete coverage of Mac OS X Panther

• Follow the best strategy for installing OS X on your computer
• Explore the Aqua GUI, interact with window controls, and set up your desktop
• Connect to the Internet and start surfing with Safari, the fastest browser for the Mac
• Store and share files over the network while using the latest security tools
• Talk face-to-face using high quality Internet video conferencing with iChat AV
• Download and listen to MP3 audio files, shop the iTunes Music Store, and manage a music library
• Choose the best utility software to enhance your system
• Run your older applications in Classic mode and use the new versions of Sherlock and QuickTime
• Tap the power of Unix to develop your own applications and dramatically improve the security of your network