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SPECIAL EDITION USING Mac® OS X, v10.4 Tiger
By Brad Miser
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Publisher: Que
Pub Date: June 21, 2005
ISBN: 0-7897-3391-9
Pages: 1200

Table of Contents  | Index

		Copyright
		About the Author
		Acknowledgments
		We Want to Hear from You!
		INTRODUCTION
			Welcome to Mac OS X
			Introduction to Special Edition Using Mac OS X, v10.4 Tiger
		Part I.  Mac OS X: Exploring the Core
			Chapter 1.  Mac OS X: Foundations
				Mac OS X: The Future Is Now
				Mac OS X Benefits
				Mac OS X Architecture and Terminology
				Mac OS X Costs: Hardware Requirements
			Chapter 2.  Getting Started with Mac OS X
				Welcome to Mac OS X
				Starting Up Mac OS X
				Creating and Configuring User Accounts
				Logging In, Logging Out, Restarting, and Shutting Down Mac OS X
				Configuring the Login Process
				Testing and Changing User Accounts
				Troubleshooting
			Chapter 3.  Viewing and Navigating Mac OS X Finder Windows
				The Mac Os X Finder
				Working with Finder Windows
				Navigating Finder Windows
				Customizing Finder Windows
				Working with the Finder Window's Action Pop-up Menu
				Working with Labels
				Mac OS X to the Max: Finder Window Keyboard Shortcuts
			Chapter 4.  Working on the Mac OS X Desktop
				The Mac OS X Desktop
				Working with Mac OS X Menus
				Working with the System Preferences Application
				Managing Open Windows with Exposé
				Understanding Mac OS X Directories
				Working with Files and Folders
				Searching Your Mac with Spotlight
				Searching Your Mac with Smart Folders
				Getting Information on Items
				Customizing the Mac OS X Desktop
				Mac OS X to the Max: Desktop Keyboard Shortcuts
			Chapter 5.  Using and Customizing the Dock
				Understanding the Dock
				Using Items on the Dock
				Organizing the Dock
				Customizing the Appearance and Behavior of the Dock
				Mac OS X to the Max: Using Dock Keyboard Shortcuts
			Chapter 6.  Working with the Dashboard and Widgets
				Using the Dashboard and Widgets
				Configuring the Dashboard
				Mac OS X to the Max: Finding and Installing More Widgets
		Part II.  Mac OS X: Mastering the System
			Chapter 7.  Installing and Using Mac OS X Applications
				Understanding Applications You Can Run Under Mac OS X
				Installing Mac OS X Applications
				Launching Mac OS X Applications
				Understanding and Using Standard Mac OS X Application Menus
				Opening Documents in Mac OS X
				Saving Documents in Mac OS X
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Taking Applications Further
			Chapter 8.  Configuring, Customizing, and Exploring Mac OS X
				Setting Your Preferences
				Using the Color Picker to Choose Colors
				Controlling Open Applications
				Using Disks and Discs
				Controlling System Startup
				Installing and Using Mac OS X Fonts
				Logging In As Root
				Mac OS X to the Max: Exploring Mac OS X System Folders
			Chapter 9.  Making Your Mac Accessible to Everyone
				Understanding Universal Access
				Configuring and Using Seeing Assistance
				Configuring and Using Hearing Assistance
				Configuring Keyboard Assistance
				Configuring and Using Mouse Assistance
				Mac OS X to the Max: Configuring and Using Speech Recognition
			Chapter 10.  Using the Automator to Make Your Mac Work for You
				Understanding the Automator
				Creating Your Own Workflows
				Learning How to Automate Your Mac by Example
				Mac OS X to the Max: Automator Alternatives
			Chapter 11.  Unix: Working with the Command Line
				A Command Line with the Mac OS?
				Learning Unix by Example
				Working with Basic Unix Applications
				Mac OS X to the Max: Unix Resources
			Chapter 12.  Computing on the Move with PowerBooks and iBooks
				Using Mac OS X on a Mobile Computer
				Managing Your Mobile Mac's Power
				Controlling Your Mobile Mac with Function Keys
				Using and Configuring the Trackpad
				Configuring and Using Locations
				Mac OS X to the Max: Keeping Your Files in Synch
		Part III.  Mac OS X: Connecting to the World
			Chapter 13.  Connecting Your Mac to the Internet
				Connecting to the Internet
				Choosing Your Internet Connection Technology
				Obtaining and Configuring an Account
				Configuring Your Mac for Internet Access
				Troubleshooting
			Chapter 14.  Using an AirPort Network to Connect to the Internet
				AirPort Wireless Networking
				Setting Up an AirPort Base Station
				Connecting to the AirPort Network with Mac OS X
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Making the Most of AirPort
			Chapter 15.  Using Email
				Introducing the Address Book and Mail
				Setting Up and Using an Address Book
				Configuring Mail
				Sending, Receiving, and Replying to Email
				Customizing Your Email
				Sending and Receiving Files with Email
				Searching Email
				Troubleshooting
				Max OS X to the Max: Email Away
			Chapter 16.  Surfing the Web
				Browsing the Web with Safari
				Downloading and Preparing Files
				Working with Plug-Ins and Helper Applications
				The Basics of Web Security
				Mac OS X to the Max: Going Further on the Web
			Chapter 17.  Using .Mac To Integrate Your Mac Onto The Internet
				Understanding and Using .Mac
				Getting Started with .Mac
				Working with Your .Mac Email Account
				Using Your iDisk
				Using .Mac to Publish a Website
				Using .Mac to Synchronize Important Information on Multiple Macs
				Getting Free Software via .Mac
				Mac OS X to the Max: Using Mac OS X to Serve Web Pages
		Part IV.  Mac OS X: Living the Digital Life
			Chapter 18.  Listening to and Managing Your Music with iTunes
				Touring iTunes
				Listening to Audio CDs with iTunes
				Adding Music from Audio CDs and Other Audio Files to Your iTunes Music Library
				Adding Music from the iTunes Music Store to Your iTunes Music Library
				Organizing Your Music with the iTunes Library, Standard Playlists, and Smart Playlists
				Customizing iTunes and Your Music
				Working with Album Artwork
				Using iTunes to Burn CDs or DVDs
				Sharing iTunes Music on a Network
				Using AirTunes and AirPort Express to Broadcast Your Music
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: More on iTunes Music
			Chapter 19.  Configuring and Using an iPod
				Touring iPods
				Moving Your iTunes Music onto an iPod
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Cool Things You Can Do with an iPod
			Chapter 20.  Creating Your Own Music with Garageband
				Getting Started with GarageBand
				Creating a Track by Adding and Configuring a Loop
				Building a Track Using a Software Instrument
				Mixing and Editing Tracks
				Adding Your GarageBand Songs to Your iTunes Library
				Troubleshooting
			Chapter 21.  Creating, Editing, and Organizing Digital Images Using iPhoto
				Getting Started with iPhoto
				Touring iPhoto
				Importing Images into the iPhoto Library
				Labeling Your Images
				Organizing Your Images with Photo Albums
				Editing Your Images
				Creating iPhoto Projects
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Going All Out with iPhoto Keyboard Shortcuts
			Chapter 22.  Working with Other Mac OS X Image Tools
				Making the Most of Digital Images Under Mac OS X
				Working with Preview
				Working with Image Capture
				Sharing Imaging Devices on a Network or Via the Web
				Capturing Screen Images
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Mastering Screen Captures with Snapz Pro X
			Chapter 23.  Viewing QuickTime Movies
				Understanding QuickTime and QuickTime Pro
				Configuring QuickTime and QuickTime Pro
				Opening QuickTime Player and Setting QuickTime Player Preferences
				Watching QuickTime Movies Stored Locally
				Watching QuickTime Movies Stored on the Web
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Using QuickTime Player Keyboard Shortcuts
			Chapter 24.  Making Digital Movie Magic with iMovie
				Getting Started with iMovie
				Touring iMovie
				Building a Basic Video Track
				Adding Transitions
				Adding Titles
				Adding Special Effects
				Working with the Timeline Viewer
				Using Sound in Your Movies
				Distributing Your Movie
			Chapter 25.  Watching DVD Movies with DVD Player
				Enjoying DVDs on the Mac
				Using DVD Player to Watch DVDs
				Configuring DVD Player
				Making the Most of DVD Player
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: And DVD for All
			Chapter 26.  Creating Your Own DVDS With iDVD
				Getting Started with iDVD
				Touring iDVD
				Building an iDVD Project in a Hurry
				Building a DVD from the Ground Up
			Chapter 27.  Using the Other "i" Applications
				Working with iCal, iSync, and iChat
				Managing Your Calendar with iCal
				Synchronizing with iSync
				Communicating with iChat
		Part V.  Mac OS X: Expanding Your System
			Chapter 28.  Understanding Input and Output Technology
				Understanding Interface Technology
				Working with External Interfaces
				Using Internal Interfaces
			Chapter 29.  Working with Input Devices
				Choosing an Input Device
				Finding, Installing, and Configuring a Keyboard
				Finding, Installing, and Configuring a Mouse
				Finding, Installing, and Using a Trackball
				Finding, Installing, and Using Bluetooth Devices
				Mac OS X to the Max: Inputting More Better and Faster
			Chapter 30.  Finding, Installing, and Using Output Devices
				Working with Output Devices
				Finding, Installing, and Using a Monitor
				Finding, Installing, and Using Speakers
				Finding, Installing, and Using Printers
				Working with Mac OS X's Built-in Fax Capability
				Working with PDFs
				Synchronizing Color Among Devices
				Troubleshooting
			Chapter 31.  Understanding and Using Data Storage Devices
				Understanding Data Storage Options
				Choosing, Installing, and Using a Hard Drive
				Finding, Installing, and Using a CD Writer
				Burning DVDs with Apple's SuperDrive
				Burning CDs/DVDs with Disk Utility
				Using a Tape Drive
				Working with Other Removable Media Drives
				Troubleshooting
			Chapter 32.  Installing and Configuring Connecting Devices
				Using Hubs to Connect Your Mac to Networks or Peripheral Devices
				Finding and Installing an Ethernet Hub
				Finding, Installing, and Using a USB Hub
				Finding, Installing, and Using a FireWire Hub
				Choosing a Modem
		Part VI.  Mac OS X: Living in a Networked World
			Chapter 33.  Building and Using a Network
				Local Area Networking with Mac OS X
				Designing a Network
				Building a Network
				Configuring the Services on a Network
				Monitoring and Administering a Network
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Networking Mac OS X with Windows Computers
			Chapter 34.  Sharing an Internet Connection
				Enabling Multiple Macs to Use a Single Internet Account
				Using AirPort to Share an Internet Account
				Using a Mac Running OS X to Share an Internet Account
				Using Multiple IP Addresses to Share an Internet Account
				Using a Hardware DHCP Server to Share an Internet Account
				Troubleshooting
				Mac OS X to the Max: Troubleshooting a Network Connection
		Part VII.  Mac OS X: Protecting, Maintaining, and Repairing Your Mac
			Chapter 35.  Maintaining and Protecting Your Mac
				Keeping Your Mac Safe and in Good Working Condition
				Maintaining Your Mac
				Backing Up Your System
				Securing Your Mac
				Defending Your Mac from Net Attacks
				Mac OS X to the Max: Going Further with Disk Utility
			Chapter 36.  Solving Mac Problems
				Handling Mac Problems
				Understanding the Causes of Problems
				Preventing Problems
				Assessing Your Mac
				Solving Problems
				Mac OS X to the Max: Getting Help for Your Problem
		Part VIII.  Appendix
			Appendix A.  Installing and Maintaining Mac OS X
				Moving to and Maintaining Mac OS X
				Moving to Version 10.4 from Previous Versions of Mac OS X
				Moving to Version 10.4 from Mac OS 9.x.x or Earlier
				Updating Your Mac OS X Installation
				Troubleshooting
		Index