Switching to a Mac For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

By Arnold Reinhold

Book Overview

Thinking of making the switch from your PC to a Mac? Congratulations You're in for a great, virus-free ride. And Switching to Mac For Dummies makes it smoother than you ever imagined. From buying the Mac that's right for you to transferring your files to breaking your old Windows habits and learning to do things the (much easier) Mac way, it makes the whole process practically effortless. Whether you've been using Windows XP, Vista, or even Linux, you'll find simple, straightforward ways to make your transition go smoothly. That will leave you plenty of time to get familiar with Mac's prodigious and dynamic OS X capabilities. You'll also connect with iLife, Mac's amazing integrated software suite that lets you turn your computer into a powerful media center--not just for listening and watching, but for creating music, video, and much more. Discover how to: Decide whether the switch to Mac is right for you Choose the Mac that will change your life Keep and reuse elements of your old setup Go online with your Mac Connect to your home network--even that old PC Go media crazy with iTunes, iPhoto and more Take advantage of Mac's business capabilities Complete with handy cheat sheet of common Mac short cuts and commands as well as a glossary of Mac world lingo, Switching to Mac For Dummies ensures that your switch will be the smartest thing you ever do.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470140763
• ISBN13: 9780470140765
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

"Dummies"series still helpful

If you are familiar with the "Dummies" series of books, then you won't be surprised or disappointed surprised with this edition.

Switching to a Mac for Dummies, 2nd Edition

I am a novice Mac user and I have been attempting to make the adjustment from using a PC to a Mac. I thought written information would assist in my transition and, after receiving my dummies book, I immediately began reading through it. The Table of Contents makes it easy to find subjects you are looking for. The first chapters of the book are very basic, exactly what you would expect if you were new to the world of Macs...

Great Book for New Mac Users

I was a Microsoft PC user for over 15 years and I recently decided to buy an IMAC. With the new ITouch and new IPhone out, I wanted to combine that with a Mac Machine so that everything can work together easily. This book gave me a great start to understanding a Mac. Even though I'm good with computers and most of the information I already knew just from playing around with a Mac, the book did give me useful shortcuts and...

This Book is a Must!

I switched from a desktop running Windows to a MacBook the day after Thanksgiving. Although I do have 3 software engineers in the family (2 at Google and 1 at Microsoft) they got my new toy all set up, transferred my files and promptly left me to return to their techie lives in Seattle. I could continually bombard them with questions via email and phone (they wouldn't mind.... really!) but I decided it would just be more practical...

Switching to a Mac for Dummies

Susan Veatch Golds, Alaskan Apple User Group Member Product Title: "Switching to a Mac for Dummies" Author: Arnold Reinhold Price: $21.99 USA Publisher/Distributor: Wiley Publishing, Inc. Website: www.wiley.com/wileyCDA/ Pro: This book was constructed so that a non-computer literate could find, learn and use it effectively during the confusing process of switching from a PC to a Mac. Con:Needed a good light and strong reading...