iMac for dummies - Mark L. Chambers

Here's your manual to rev up your iMac and experience all the features it has to offer You may get a speeding ticket from your iMac because it's the fastest, leanest, and easiest–to–use all–in–one computer ever built. Take control of this powerful machine and learn how to become an iMac pro with this handy guide. From iTunes and iPhoto to iWork and iCloud, you'll find out how to use it all and take a bite out of your Apple. Tame the kitty — make friends with OS X (no matter which feline it is), navigate with Mission Control™, and access your apps with Launchpad™ Get to the core — organize files and folders, install apps, customize your preferences, and share content via iCloud Live the iLife — listen to your favorite songs on iTunes, view and edit your latest images on iPhoto, and create your own website with iWeb When you've gotta work — dive into desktop publishing with Pages, create spreadsheets with Numbers®, and build effective presentations with Keynote Stay connected — set up your iMac for multiple users, build a network, use AirPort Extreme, and connect to Bluetooth devices Smooth sailing — find out how to resolve any issues, upgrade your operating system, and maintain your iMac for optimal performance Open the book and find: Steps for configuring your system Tips for browsing the web and connecting with people online Details on syncing your stuff with iCloud How to use iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, GarageBand, and iWeb Ways to get more productive with iWork Steps for hooking up printers, scanners, and other tools Tips for troubleshooting and maintaining your system Important security advice Learn to: Set up, customize, and navigate your iMac Surf the web, keep in touch via e–mail, and video–chat with FaceTime Organize and share your photos, movies, and music with iLife Create a wireless network and keep your iMac safe