Chapter 2
Turning On Your Portable Powerhouse
IN THIS CHAPTER
Turning on your MacBook
Checking your MacBook for proper operation
Setting up macOS Sonoma
Getting your MacBook set up and registered
Copying information from a Windows PC
If you’ve already been through Chapter 1, you got as far as unpacking your MacBook (and connecting at least one cable to it). And unless you bought this computer solely as a work of modern art, it’s time to actually turn on your MacBook and begin living The Good iLife. (Plus you still get to admire that Apple design whilst using TV.) After you get your new beauty powered on, I help you here with an initial checkup on your MacBook’s health. Then I wax enthusiastic about maintaining (and even augmenting) your laptop battery.
I also familiarize you with the initial chores you need to complete before settling in with your favorite applications. These tasks include setting up macOS and moving the data and settings from your existing computer to your MacBook ...
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