Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook (Teach Yourself VISUALLY Consumer) [Paperback]

Brad Miser (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470565195 | ISBN-13: 978-0470565193 | Publication Date: January 26, 2010 | Edition: 2

Get up and running quickly with all the latest updates to the MacBook

The MacBook is an incredibly popular laptop choice, boasting light weight and tremendous speed. If you're a visual learner who is eager to get started with all that the MacBook has to offer, then this is the book for you! Packed with full-color photos and screen shots, this vital book walks you step by step through everything from the basics (such as powering on or shutting down the MacBook) to working with the Dashboard and its widgets to running the new Mac OS X Snow Leopard operating system.

Veteran author Brad Miser escorts you through all the vitals and even offers invaluable advice for troubleshooting common problems.

• The MacBook is gaining popularity and this book is essential for visual learners who are eager to get started using their MacBook
• Covers the new Mac OS X Snow Leopard, as well as updates to iLife and MobileMe
• Lavish photos and screen shots offer you enhanced visual assistance while you learn the ins and outs of the MacBook
• Veteran author Brad Miser breaks down each topic to make it understandable for visual learners

Keep this indispensible visual guide at arm's reach and get up and running with your MacBook the fast and easy way!

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 175 MacBook tasks. Each task-based spread covers a single technique, sure to help you get up and running on your MacBook in no time.

You'll learn to:

• Navigate the Mac OS X desktop

• Use the Dock, Exposé, and Spaces

• Get online and browse with Safari

• Chat with text, audio, and video

• Manage your calendars anywhere

• Explore iTunes, iPhoto, and iMovie

• Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules

• Succinct explanations walk you through step by step

• Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task

• Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks

About the Author

Brad Miser has written more than 40 books, with his favorite topics being anything related to Macintosh computers. In addition to Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook, Brad has written MacBook Pro Portable Genius, Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Air, iPhoto ’09 Portable Genius, MobileMe for Small Business Portable Genius, and MacBook Portable Genius. He has also been a co-author, development editor, or technical editor on more than 50 other titles.
In addition to his passion for silicon-based technology, Brad enjoys steel-based technology, riding his motorcycle whenever and wherever possible. A native of California, Brad now lives in Indiana with his wife Amy; their three daughters, Jill, Emily, and Grace; a rabbit named Bun-Bun; and a sometimes-inside cat.
Brad would love to hear about your experiences with this book (the good, the bad, and the ugly). You can write to him at [e-mail].

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Visual; 2 edition (January 26, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470565195
• ISBN-13: 978-0470565193
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,149 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #18 in Books > Computers & Technology > Hardware > Macs

More About the Author

Brad Miser has written extensively about computers and related technology, with his favorite topics being anything related to Macintosh computers. Brad's most recent book is the Mac User's Guide to Living Wirelessly, Brad has written Absolute Beginner's Guide to iPod and iTunes, 2nd Edition; Special Edition Using Mac OS X Tiger, Special Edition Using Mac OS X, v10.3 Panther; Absolute Beginner's Guide to Homeschooling; Mac OS X and iLife: Using iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, and iDVD; and Using Mac OS 8.5. He has been an author, development editor, or technical editor on more than 50 other titles. He has also published articles in MacAddict magazine along with other publications. He has been a featured speaker on various topics at Macworld Expo, at user group meetings, and in other venues.
Brad is the manager of education and support services for a software development company. Previously, he was the lead proposal specialist for an aircraft engine manufacturer, a development editor for a computer book publisher, and a civilian aviation test officer/engineer for the U.S. Army. Brad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo and has received advanced education in maintainability engineering, business, and other topics.
In addition to his passion for technology, Brad likes to ride his motorcycle, run, and play racquetball; playing with home theater technology is also a favorite pastime.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading. Full of Tips and Tricks., April 1, 2009

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Enigma (Kensington, MD USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook (Teach Yourself VISUALLY (Tech)) (Paperback)

What I like about the Teach Yourself Visually series of books, is the ability to follow the instructions with lots of visual ques. This book follows on this premise. It is a very easy reading. Although, it is intended as a basic introduction to the MacBook, I consider that folks at the intermediate level may still benefit from the tips, tricks, and short cuts discussed in the book.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars slightly disappointed, November 18, 2009

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Fuzzy (small town Western NC) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook (Teach Yourself VISUALLY (Tech)) (Paperback)

Having always used MS products, I was/am often confused with the 'how to....' and 'what is....' of my recently purchased MacBook. The Teach Yourself Visually book contains some helpful info, but in very tiny print and pictures---at least for these old fart eyes. The color coding used in some of the instructions are muddy and sometimes hard to tell which goes where. Maybe the problem is me ( age related), but not as useful as expected.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A picture is worth a thousand words, August 17, 2009

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Deborah Pezzello (NY, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook (Teach Yourself VISUALLY (Tech)) (Paperback)

Book is laid out well and is easy to understand. Pictures are a great plus for the over 50 set because you can't go wrong looking at a picture. Easy to navigate.