October 2015
Beginner
544 pages
17h 43m
English
Overview
My OS X is filled with beginning through intermediate
tasks, presented in a thorough step-by-step format, that guide you
through learning everything you need to know to use the El Capitan
release of OS X. The goal is not to teach you how to type or click
a mouse but how to configure network settings, customize your
desktop, use built-in apps, optimize battery life, set up backup
solutions, and much more.
In My OS X, you will find:
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to OS X photos that
show you exactly what to do.
Help when you run into hardware or operating system problems
or limitations.
Tips and Notes to help you get the most from OS X.
Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping
OS X working just the way you want. The tasks include:
Managing, arranging, and tagging your files
Staying informed and productive with Notification Center
Creating and navigating virtual workspaces in Mission Control
Opening and organizing apps with Launchpad
Accessing network devices and resources
Activating and using iCloud services
Communicating online with email, instant messaging, and video
Keeping appointments with Calendar and Reminders
Planning trips and checking traffic with Maps
Keeping up-to-date with friends and family via Twitter and Facebook
Downloading and enjoying music, movies, books, and more
Sharing purchases with your family
Challenging your friends to games with Game Center
Working seamlessly with iOS Devices with Handoff and AirDrop
Protecting and securing your system and data
Expanding your system with peripheral devices
Troubleshooting common system problems
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