The iBook for Dummies [Paperback]

David Pogue (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764506471 | ISBN-13: 978-0764506475 | Publication Date: December 20, 1999

Apple has shrunk its whiz-kid show-off, the iMac, into a handy laptop called the iBook. Yep, the desktop computer that resembles a king-size scratch-and-sniff now fits inside your backpack and can be used virtually anywhere!

Award-winning author David Pogue introduces you to the bells, whistles, and gadgetry of the iBook that has carried on-the-go personal computing to another level. The iBook For Dummies takes you all the way from the On button to the Internet, with absolutely no technical expertise required. Explore the inner workings of the iBook, from the system folder to fonts and printing options. Then dive into AppleWorks, surf the Web, and try out gobs of free software available to you as an iBook user. If you get stuck, Pogue's clear presentation and sage advice help you troubleshoot your way out of any tricky situation.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Sometimes it's helpful to have someone talk down to you. Despite Apple's claim that the iBook is the simplest notebook money can buy, there are those of us who still need hand-holding when making the purchase. The iBook for Dummies is like having a good friend over your shoulder, offering friendly advice while leading you to the promised land of simple computing. Author David Pogue's breezy humor and attention to detail make this an indispensable guide to Apple's candy-colored portables.

Beginning with everything the "absolute computer virgin" needs to know, Pogue--a well-regarded Mac expert--guides you step by step through processes ranging from hooking up the power cord to setting up a wireless network using Airport Cards and Airport Base Stations. Along the way, he provides insight on using the software included with the iBook, surfing the Internet, and working with e-mail, and he suggests products to augment your system.

Particularly noteworthy is the chapter on the System Folder, which provides access to the brains behind the iBook. The glossary of Extensions Folder terms is wonderfully honest, advising you to shut off such unnecessary extensions as the DNSPlugin and Printer Share.

Though his jokes can be a bit hokey at times (Top ten similarities between you and your iBook), his casual tone will lighten up your first iBook experience. And if, like many iBook customers, you're a first-time computer user, iBook for Dummies is required reading. --John Frederick Moore

From the Back Cover

Master AppleWorks, Palm Desktop, and the other built-in programs

Bonus iBook troubleshooting guide included

Your complete guide to productivity and fun while on the run Based on the bestselling Macs^® For Dummies^®, this patient, funny guide from #1 bestselling Mac author David Pogue shows you how easy it is to get up and running on your iBook. Whether you're between cities, between classes, or hanging out at home, this book is all you need to power up, connect to the Web, and get more done with the built-in software.

Discover how to: Jump onto the Internet in 10 minutes Take off with AirPort wireless networking Swap e-mail and faxes while on the road Set up a network Protect your privacy with voice-activated security Get great deals on great iBook add-ons

The Dummies Way^™ Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

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Product Details

• Paperback: 406 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies (December 20, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764506471
• ISBN-13: 978-0764506475
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,016,924 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

David Pogue is the personal-technology columnist for the New York Times. Each week, he contributes a print column, an online column and an online video. His daily blog, "Pogue's Posts," is the Times's most popular blog. David is also an Emmy award-winning tech correspondent for CBS News and a frequent guest on NPR's "Morning Edition." His trademark comic tech videos appear each Thursday morning on CNBC. With over 3 million books in print, David is one of the world's bestselling how-to authors. He launched his own series of complete, funny computer books called the Missing Manual series, which now includes 60 titles. David graduated summa cum laude from Yale in 1985, with distinction in Music, and he spent ten years conducting and arranging Broadway musicals in New York. He's been profiled on both "48 Hours" and "60 Minutes."

Customer Reviews

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Out of date, October 15, 2002

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This book would be adequate only for an entry level user of the original ibook. It is not applicable to todays ibooks. It does not contain information about iphoto, itunes, imovie, OS X, or Jaguar. It does not help with topics related to CD burning, using a digital cameras with your ibook, or playing DVD's on your ibook. A person purchasing a new ibook would want a more current book.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Out of date, October 15, 2002

By A Customer

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This review is from: The iBook for Dummies (Paperback)

This book would be adequate only for an entry level user of the original ibook. It is not applicable to todays ibooks. It does not contain information about iphoto, itunes, imovie, OS X, or Jaguar. It does not help with topics related to CD burning, using a digital cameras with your ibook, or playing DVD's on your ibook. A person purchasing a new ibook would want a more current book.

13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A fun filled learning expierience, April 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The iBook for Dummies (Paperback)

This book really helped me in the getting aquainted with my new iBook. Let's face it, I am no computer genius, but now I at least understand the basic computing skills I need. Hey, it helped me get onto this website, so it taught me something. Pogue doesn't doesn't just spit techno-babble at you, he teaches you how to do the tasks required. My personal favorite part of the book are the great cartoons at the beginning of each section.