Lesson 1. Introduction to the Mac OS X Desktop
Goals
Become familiar and comfortable with the Desktop, Finder, and Home
Get to know the Finder windows and how to use them
Understand the Dock
Use the Trash basket
Know how and when to use keyboard shortcuts
Learn to watch for tool tips and other visual clues
Know where to go for more information
If you have a Mac running Mavericks (OS X version 10.9), you’re ready to jump right in! In this lesson you’ll become familiar with using the basic features of your Mac and its Desktop/Finder.
This book assumes you are familiar with how to operate a computer—how to use a mouse or trackpad, select items from menus, distinguish one icon from another, move files and folders and windows ...
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