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Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Tiger Edition 2nd Edition

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  • Series: Missing Manual
  • Paperback: 456 pages
  • Publisher: O'Reilly Media; 2nd edition (October 1, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0596006608
  • ISBN-13: 978-0596006600
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.2 x 9.2 inches
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4.0 out of 5 starsVery Useful
By Carey on August 25, 2006
Format: Paperback
I've been using Windows since the early 1990s and recently bought my first Mac. At first I thought this wasn't the book I wanted. I wanted to learn the OS on its own, not in "translation." For example, you'll find things like this in this book: "Finder = Windows Explorer," "Dock = Taskbar," etc. I thought it would hinder learning in a way total-immersion wouldn't; I'd hoped to learn to use the Mac directly. So after my husband picked up "Switching to the Mac" the first day I had the computer--in order to figure out how to network the Mac to our PCs and printers, and to transfer files, etc. (all of which is in this book)--I ordered four other books. I wanted to read them like other reviewers did: straight through, fun learning. But, it's not as easy as I'd hoped to learn a whole new operating system and, for me, the manuals don't prove to be fun reading -- as cheeky as their humor can be. So, I find myself reaching for "Switching to the Mac" as a necessary reference book. It presupposes that the reader is proficient at using a computer, but not a Mac (unlike other books, which either assume no computer knowledge or are written in "Mac language" for those familiar with previous Mac operating systems.)

That said, the space taken up on translating Windows lingo/usage to Mac takes up space that isn't used to fully describe how to use Mac applications. This book does a stellar, succinct job of teaching the OS. From there, I need a second book to explain the applications. And, oddly for me (because I'm not a David Pogue fan, and wouldn't have chosen either book had my husband not bought this one first) "The Missing Manual OS X," also by Pogue, is the best of the books I've bought for that purpose. The latter picks up where this book leaves off.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsAn essential for the beginner with MacOSX
By Delyse Oxford on August 9, 2004
Format: Paperback
Switching to the Mac -the Missing Manual

Despite it's title this book is not just for those defecting from PC's

An essential for the beginner and an excellent read for those wishing

to burrow into the hidden depths and capabilities of the Mac.

Neither will be disappointed as this is a book written with enthusiasm and humour.

Every topic is dealt with straightforwardly and comprehensively, beginning

with the basics, then leading you on to uncover the complexities, versatility and the

many other wonders of the Mac.

An enlightening and enjoyable read.
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5.0 out of 5 starsOutstanding reference for switchers
By Jack D. Herrington on November 12, 2005
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This is an excellent resource for those looking to switch from Windows to Mac. All the basics of the operating system are there. Methods for getting critical data across from your Windows box is covered. And the text works well for migrating you from the Windows perspective to the Mac.
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4.0 out of 5 starsThe book title describes it well
By Gadgeteer on February 10, 2007
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This book is excellent for those Windows users who are either switching to the Mac or are adding a Mac to a household of office where PC's are still being used. The book paves the way in just enough detail so that a Windows user can transition to the Mac, illustrating the important similarities and differences.

I believe the author goes a little overboard in his praise for the Mac operating system vis-a-vis the Windows OS, but the more I use the new Mac we have recently bought, the more I have become convinced that the author has a point!

Whereas all graphical user interface operating systems have much in common, the author points out the relative simplicity of the Mac OS, carefully guiding the Windows user to make use of his or her Windows experience to ease the learning process of the Mac. In addition, the many features of the Mac are explained in more than enough detail to understand what they are and how to use them.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEssential for anyone switching to the Mac
By John B. Kendrick on February 19, 2006
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This is an incredible book. I read all 500 pages cover to cover after purchasing my first ever Mac, an imac G5, in just a few weeks. I have been a corporate trainer in Windows and DOS software for twenty years. I never thought I would switch, and though I liked the look and feel of OS X and the Apple hardware, leafing through this book at the bookstore convinced me to take the plunge.

I just got off a video ichat with my brother-in-law in Alaska from the east coast and what an experience. He's been using macs for some time, but I was able to tell him some secrets I learned from this book in just my few weeks of using my new imac. If you are nervous about switching . . . just do it, you'll be sooo glad. And make sure you get this book to help you through the transition, it is just wonderful. John
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe BEST giude for switchers from PC to Mac!
By Amazon Customer VINE VOICE on January 5, 2007
Format: Paperback
Title: Switching To The Mac, Tiger Edition

Author: David Pogue and Adam Goldstein

Publisher: O'Reilly, Pogue Press

ISBN-10: 0-596-00660-8; ISBN-13: 978-0-596-00660-0

Reviewed by: Curt Blanchard, Tucson Macintosh Users Group

Date: 1/2/07

Here is another must-have from the O'Reilly Missing Manual series. Switching to the Mac is a hot topic these days not just because the overall Mac experience is superior, but it's much more secure from malware and other online nastiness. Now that Boot Camp and Parallels allow users to run Windows on the Mac, the arguments against switching are few. This book may well push those fence sitters over the edge. David Pogue and Adam Goldstein explain what the Mac gives you (lots!) - and what it taketh away (not much). With the Mac, you gain stability, strong security, advanced networking, true plug-and-play and simpler everything. When you switch, you may lose a few apps and access to some peripherals.

The book deals with the basics about how a Mac is different in hardware, how to get online and an exploration of the iLife apps as well as Mail, Safari, etc. There are in-depth explanations of Accounts, System Preferences and other things that the new user will need to know. This is no lightweight glossing over of the subject matter; it's over 500 pages of detailed informative material that the new Mac user will want on the reference shelf. One of the well-considered features is a dictionary titled, "Where did it go?" Here you can look up "Alt Key" or "Task bar" and find the Mac equivalents.

If you are a switcher or are considering switching, this is definitely the place to start. If you are looking for a gift for a new Mac switcher, this is something that will be greatly appreciated. Highly recommended.

--Curt Blanchard
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