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Mac OS X Snow Leopard Pocket Guide--New from O'Reilly: The Ultimate Quick Guide to Mac OS X

September 22, 2009

Sebastopol, CA—Whether you're new to the Mac or a longtime user, this handy book is the quickest way to get up to speed on Snow Leopard. Packed with concise information in an easy-to-read format, Mac OS X Snow Leopard Pocket Guide (O'Reilly, US $14.99) by Chris Seibold covers what you need to know and is an ideal resource for problem-solving on the fly.

This book goes right to the heart of Snow Leopard, with details on system preferences, built-in applications, and utilities. You'll also find configuration tips, keyboard shortcuts, guides for troubleshooting, lots of step-by-step instructions, and more.

With this book, you will:

  • Learn about new features and changes since the original Leopard release
  • Get quick tips for setting up and customizing your Mac's configuration
  • Solve problems with the handy reference to the fundamentals of the Finder, Dock, and more
  • Understand how to manage user accounts
  • Work more efficiently using keyboard shortcuts
  • Take advantage of MobileMe, Apple's online suite of services and tools

For a review copy or more information please email pressroom@oreilly.com Please include your delivery address and contact information.

Chris Seibold is an engineer, writer, and cartoonist residing in Knoxville, Tennessee. He has tackled such diverse processes as powder coating and hot dog casing manufacture, and has written for a variety of online and traditional media, including the Apple Matters web site, as well as contributed hacks to iPod and iTunes Hacks.

Additional Resources:
For more information about the book, including table of contents, index, author bios, and cover graphic, see: http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/9780596802721

Mac OS X Snow Leopard Pocket Guide
Chris Seibold
ISBN: 9780596802721, 232 pages,
Book Price: $14.99 USD, £21.99 GBP
Ebook Price: $11.99 USD

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