How to Do Everything MacBook Air

Name: How to Do Everything MacBook Air
Brand: McGraw-Hill Companies,Inc.
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McGraw-Hill Companies,Inc. (Verlag)

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Erschienen am 21. August 2012

394 Seiten

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Cover
Copyright
Dedication
About the Author
About the Technical Editor
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I Get to Know Your MacBook Air
Chapter 1 Get Familiar with Your MacBook Air
The Evolution of the MacBook Air
Choose the Right MacBook Air Model
The 11-Inch MacBook Air System Configurations
See What the 13-Inch MacBook Air System Configurations Deliver
Additional MacBook Air Models Coming Soon
Upgrade Your Existing MacBook Air
What Makes the MacBook Air Different from a Windows-Based Computer?
Discover What's Included with Your MacBook Air
Get to Know Your MacBook Air
Get Started with Your MacBook Air's Keyboard
Start Using Your New MacBook Air
Navigate Your Way Around the Desktop Screen
Connect Your MacBook Air to a Wi-Fi Internet Connection
Manually Check for OS X and Software Updates
Powering Off vs. Power Nap/Sleep Mode
Chapter 2 Learn the Basics of the Mac OS X Operating System
Using the MacBook Air's Multi-Touch Trackpad
Mastering the Multi-Touch Trackpad Finger Gestures
Discover What's New in OS X Mountain Lion
Sync Important Information with iCloud Integration
Send/Receive Text Messages and Instant Messages Using Messages
Don't Forget Anything: Use Reminders
Jot Down Important Memos with Notes
Stay Informed with Notification Center
Share In-App Content Using Share Sheets
Twitter Integration Allows You to Tweet from Within Apps
Experience Multiplayer Games via Game Center
Share What's on Your Screen Using AirPlay Mirroring
Take Control over Your Computer's Security with Gatekeeper
Navigate Your Way Around the OS X Operating System
Find Apps, Documents, or Files Using the Finder
Use Launchpad to Run Apps
How to Quit Any App
Customize the Look of Your Desktop
Many Customizations Can Be Made from Within System Preferences
Chapter 3 Make the Switch from Windows to a Mac
Discover the Differences Between Microsoft Windows and OS X
Onscreen Differences Between Windows and OS X
Working with Keyboard Shortcuts
System Preferences Replaces Windows Control Panel
Get Used to the Windows vs. Mac Differences
Migrating Your Data from a PC to the MacBook Air
Determine if Mac Versions of Your Favorite Software Are Available
Use Apple's Migration Assistant to Easily Transfer Your Files and Data
Other Data Migration Options
Manually Transferring Data and Files from a PC to Your MacBook Air
Download Any of Your Past iTunes Purchases
Transfer Your Data and Go
Part II Discover the Mac OS X Mountain Lion Operating System
Chapter 4 Set Up the Software that Comes with the MacBook Air
Customizing the Settings in System Preferences
Options Available Under the Personal Heading of System Preferences
Options Available Under the Hardware Heading of System Preferences
Options Available Under the Internet & Wireless Heading of System Preferences
Options Available Under the System Heading of System Preferences
Customizing OS X's Preinstalled Apps
Customizing the Contacts App
Customizing the Calendar App
Customizing the Dashboard
Customizing the FaceTime App
Customizing the Messages App
Customizing the Font Book
Customizing Your MacBook Air's Apps Offers Many Benefits
Chapter 5 Install New Software onto Your MacBook Air
Six Options for Installing New Software onto Your MacBook Air
Shopping at Apple's Online-Based App Store
Learn About Featured Software
See the Best-Selling Mac Software by Viewing the Top Charts
Search for Software from the Categories Listings
Review and Access Your App Store Purchases
Keep Your Apps Up to Date Using the Updates Feature
Download and Install Software Directly from the Web
Installing Software Using the MacBook Air's Optional SuperDrive
Install Software from a USB Thumb Drive
Link Your MacBook Air to an iMac or MacBook Pro to Share a SuperDrive
How to Learn About New Mac Software
Chapter 6 Transferring and Organizing Data, Files, and Folders
Quick Tips for Using Finder
How to Move Files or Folders Around on Your Computer
Drag and Drop Files from One Location to Another
Move Files or Folders Around Using the Select, Select All, Copy, and Paste Commands
Using an External Hard Drive or Storage Device with the MacBook Air
Sharing Files and Data with Other Computers
Using Email to Transfer Files Between Computers
Using a Cloud-Based File Sharing Service
Using Online-Based File Sharing Services
Use OS X's AirDrop Feature to Share Files Wirelessly Between Mac Computers
Use OS X's File Sharing Feature to Move Files Between Two or More Computers Wirelessly
Chapter 7 Use Apple's iCloud to Sync All Your Devices
Setting Up an iCloud Account
Managing Your iCloud Account from Your MacBook Air
Using iCloud with iTunes
Customizing How iTunes Works with iCloud
Downloading Past iTunes Purchases on Your MacBook Air
Using iTunes Match to Access Your Entire Digital Music Library Through iCloud
Chapter 8 Add Optional Peripherals and Accessories to Expand Performance
Understanding the Differences Between USB Ports, the Thunderbolt Port, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
Using Your MacBook Air's USB Ports
What the MacBook Air's Thunderbolt Port Offers
Making a Wireless Connection via Wi-Fi
Using the Bluetooth Capabilities of Your Computer
How to "Pair" a Bluetooth Device with Your MacBook Air
Connecting a Printer to Your Computer
Set Up a New Printer or Scanner to Work with Your MacBook Air
Using an External Storage Device with Your MacBook Air
Using a USB Thumb Drive with Your Computer
Part III Use Your MacBook Air Anytime and Anywhere
Chapter 9 Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Digital Slide Show Presentations on Your MacBook Air
Using Microsoft Office with Your MacBook Air
Office Offers Application Data and Content Integration
Sharing Microsoft Office Files and Data
There's No OneNote, but Word Offers the Notebook Layout
Apple's iWork Apps Offer a Microsoft Office Alternative
Other Software Options to Meet Your Needs
Database Management on the Go Is Easy Using a MacBook Air
Manage Financial Data with Quicken or QuickBooks for Mac
Your Data Is Available When and Where You Need It
Chapter 10 Surf the Web on Your MacBook Air
Surf the Web from Almost Anywhere
Getting to Know the Safari Web Browser
Access Safari's Pull-Down Menus from the App's Menu Bar
Finding Your Way Around Safari's Toolbar
Using Safari's Share Menu
Store Articles and Web Content for Later Viewing Using Reading List
Taking Advantage of Safari's Privacy Features
Sync Your Saved Bookmarks with Other Computers and Mobile Devices
Chapter 11 Set Up Existing Email Accounts for MacBook Air
Discover the Features and Functions Offered by the Mail App
Set Up Your Preexisting Email Accounts to Work with the Mail App
Setting Up Your Email Accounts from Within System Preferences
Setting Up Your Email Accounts from Within the Mail App's Preferences Window
Navigating Your Way Around the Mail Apps Menu Bar and Toolbar
The Anatomy of an Incoming Email Listing Within the Mail App
Reading Your Incoming Emails Using the Mail App
Printing Email Messages Within the Mail App
Customizing the Mail App's Toolbar
Composing Outgoing Emails from the Mail App
Using Email Signatures at the End of Outgoing Messages
Setting Up the Mail Account Preferences
Using the Notification Center Window with the Mail App
Chapter 12 Bring the iLife Apps into Your Life
Discovering All that the iPhoto App Is Capable Of
Ordering Prints from iPhoto Using Apple's Photo Lab
Using iPhoto's Various Organizational and Editing Features
Editing and Enhancing Photos Using iPhoto
Sharing Your Photos from Within iPhoto
Creating a Backup of Your Digital Image Library
Discovering How iMovie Can Make You a Skilled Home Movie Producer
Using GarageBand to Create Music
Chapter 13 Get Organized with the Contacts and Calendar Apps
Syncing Contacts and Calendar Data from Other Apple Devices via iCloud
Maintaining Detailed Contact Records Using the Contacts App
Viewing Contact Entries in Your Contacts Database
Creating a New Contact Entry
Editing or Deleting a Contact Entry
Managing Your Schedule Using the Calendar App
Adding Events to Your Calendar(s)
Editing and Deleting Events from Your Calendars
Customizing the Calendar App
Part IV Entertain Yourself with iTunes Content, Games, and More
Chapter 14 Find and Enjoy Music, Movies, TV Shows, and More with iTunes
Making an Online Content Purchase from the iTunes Store
The Cost of Purchasing Music, Movies, and TV Shows from iTunes
Accessing the iTunes Store from Your MacBook Air
Acquiring Music from the iTunes Store
Listening to iTunes Music Purchases Using the iTunes Software
Shopping for TV Show Episodes from the iTunes Store
Shopping for Movies from the iTunes Store
Watching TV Show Episodes and Movies Using the iTunes Software
Controlling Your Viewing Experience
Streaming Web Content Instead of Purchasing and Downloading It
Chapter 15 Play Games on Your MacBook Air
Finding the Best Games to Experience on Your MacBook Air
Discover Fun-Filled and Challenging Paid Games
Some Games Are Offered for Free from the App Store
Top Grossing Games Often Offer Expandability
Browse the App Store to See All Games Offered
Access a Game Listing's Description
Online Games Offer Another Option for Entertaining Yourself
Apple's Game Center Is Now Available to MacBook Air Users
Part V Easily Handle All of Your Mobile Computing Needs
Chapter 16 Travel with Your MacBook Air
Getting Your MacBook Air Ready to Transport
Choosing a Case for Your MacBook Air
Choosing a Slipcover for Your MacBook Air
Add a Design and Scratch Protection to Your MacBook Air with a Skin
MacBook Air Case and Slipcover Manufacturers
Access the Internet While on the Go
Preparing to Travel Overseas with Your MacBook Air
Chapter 17 Use FaceTime, Skype, or VoIP Software to Communicate and Video Conference
Using FaceTime for Video Conferencing
Setting Up Your Free FaceTime Account
Participating in FaceTime Video Conferences
Receiving an Incoming FaceTime Call
Participating in a FaceTime Call
Using Skype for Video Conferencing or Voice-over-IP Calls
Choosing the Skype vs. Skype Premium App
Registering for a Free Skype Account
Using the Skype Free App
Alternatives to FaceTime and Skype
Chapter 18 Run Microsoft Windows and Windows Software on Your MacBook Air
Using Boot Camp to Run Microsoft Windows and Windows-Based Software
Running Boot Camp Assistant for the First Time
Choosing Between OS X or Windows When Turning on Your MacBook Air
Taking Advantage of the Parallels Desktop 7 Alternative
Taking Advantage of Remote Desktop Solutions for Controlling Windows Software from Your MacBook Air
Appendix What to Do if Something Goes Wrong
Take Precautions with Your MacBook Air
What to Do if Something Goes Wrong
Restarting an App that Crashes
What to Do if Your MacBook Air Won't Turn On
The MacBook Air Won't Connect to the Internet
How to Get Help from Apple
Keep Your MacBook Air's Serial Number Handy
Index

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