A comprehensive guide to all aspects of Mac's newest operating system, OS X Lion The latest Mac operating system takes full advantage of the latest multi-touch trackpads, the new App Store for the desktop, and a host of upgrades that incorporate some of the best elements of the iPad experience. This book covers every new feature as well as all the basic Mac information for every level of expertise. Beginners will learn all about Mac OS X Lion and how to use it, while more advanced users can delve into tips, tricks, and higher-end professional information.
Looks at Mac OS X Lion, the latest version of the Mac operating system, and its features that bring Mac power together with iPad convenience Offers comprehensive coverage of all the new features in depth, including multi-touch trackpad gestures, the App Store for Mac, Mission Control, and more Includes basic coverage to give beginners a thorough understanding of the Mac OS, plus advanced information for those who want professional tips, tricks, guidance, and much more Written by a recognized Apple expert and frequent contributor to Macworld Mac OS X Lion Bible gives beginners a sound foundation in the new Mac operating system and provides experienced users with the information to take their skills to the next level.
Table of Contents
Part I: Getting Started with Mac OS X 10.7 Lion 1 Chapter 1: Getting Your Mac Up and Running 3 Chapter 2: Discovering the Finder 13 Chapter 3: Using the Finder 51 Chapter 4: Working with Windows, Folders, and Files 81 Chapter 5: Searching with Spotlight 109 Chapter 6: Working with Disks 121 Chapter 7: Getting Help within Mac OS X 137 Chapter 8: Using Mac OS X's Universal Access for the Disabled 147 Part II: Using Applications and Documents 185 Chapter 9: Working with Applications187 Chapter 10: Working with Documents 211 Chapter 11: Backing Up Files 231 Chapter 12: Working with Services 245 Chapter 13: Using AppleScript and Automator 253 Part III: Working with Mac OS X's Applications 281 Chapter 14: Working with Mac OS X Applications, Utilities, and Widgets 283 Chapter 15: Enhancing Mac OS X with Utilities 323 Chapter 16: Playing Music and Videos 331 Chapter 17: Syncing Macs and iOS Devices 357 Chapter 18: Integrating with Windows 371 Part IV: Using the Internet and Collaboration Services 393 Chapter 19: Using Safari to Surf the Web 395 Chapter 20: Using Mail, iChat, and FaceTime 423 Chapter 21: Using Address Book and iCal 471 Chapter 22: Working with Microsoft Exchange 489 Part V: Setting Up and Using Networks 501 Chapter 23: Setting Up a Network and the Internet 503 Chapter 24: Sharing Files and Other Resources 525 Chapter 25: Using Mac OS X as a Server 539 Part VI: Securing Your Mac and Your Users 563 Chapter 26: Securing Your Mac 565 Chapter 27: Managing User Accounts 587 Part VII: Configuring Mac Preferences and Services 607 Chapter 28: Setting System Preferences 609 Chapter 29: Managing Fonts 653 Chapter 30: Printing, Faxing, and Scanning 673 Part VIII: Appendixes 687 Appendix A: Installing Mac OS X 10.7 Lion 689 Appendix B: What's New in Mac OS X Lion 703 Appendix C: Mac OS X Lion's Key Technologies 727 Appendix D: Commanding Unix 735 Glossary 749 Index 783
Author Biography
Galen Gruman is principal at The Zango Group, an editorial and thought leadership consulting firm. He is also Executive Editor at InfoWorld and author of more than two dozen books on Mac OS X, iPad, and desktop publishing. He has been editor of Macworld , M-Business , and Upside .
