MAC OS in a Nutshell

  • Authors:
  • Rita F. Lewis;Bill Fishman;Mark Stone

  • Affiliations:
  • -;-;-

  • Venue:
  • MAC OS in a Nutshell
  • Year:
  • 2000

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From the Publisher:Mac OS in a Nutshell is a comprehensive, compact referencethat systematically reveals what serious users of Mac OS will find interesting and useful. It includes the essential details of the operating system, utility programs, and configuration settings, all captured in a consistent reference format. O'Reilly's In a Nutshell series revolutionized computer book publishing with their common-sense approach, depth of detail, and focus on practical information that you can really use. This style is perfect for the intuitive and deep Macintosh user. If it's true "you can learn the Mac in two hours," it is also true that this operating system has hidden depths that the reader will be able to plumb with Mac OS in a Nutshell. If you want to truly know Mac OS and its integrated system of hardware and software, you will need this book. Up-to-date with information on the iMac and System9, Mac OS in a Nutshellopens the world of Apple computing to a new audience. It contains: New changes for Mac OS 9, including information on the revamped Sherlock A fast-paced introduction to the operating system for new users Detailed documentation on User Interface including clipboard and memory management A look at almost every command and utility available with Mac OS, including window behaviors, universal commands, and important documentation on programs such as QuickTime Detailed advice and documentation on multimedia and printing, including color management and fonts A detailed treatment of Internet configuration and access via Dial-Up Networking. Also covers peer-to-peer and client-server file sharing Lots of tips, gotchas, and clever ways to do familiar and not-so-familiar tasks Pointers to useful online sites that contain additional information This book follows the commonsense O'Reilly approach, cutting through the hype and giving practical details you can use every day. Any user who wants to make the most of Mac OS will love this book.