iMac For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

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This easy-to-use guide covers both the iMac's splendid, cutting-edge hardware and Leopard, the latest version of Apple’s superb Mac OS X operating system. It gives you the basic information that every iMac owner should know and then moves on to explore the software that comes with your iMac. And, everywhere you look, you'll find plenty of power-user tips and tricks that’ll save you time, effort, and money. You'll find out how to: Set up and customize your iMac Import files from your old computer Send and receive mail Store, and organize digital photos, music, and video Back up your system with Time Machine Browse the Internet with Safari Keep in touch with iChat Make your iMac a digital media hub with iLife Connect your iMac to a wireless network Troubleshoot problems Keep your iMac safe and secure

Your iMac is an elegant and sophisticated machine — and as fast, powerful, and easy-to-use as a computer can be. With the help you get from iMac For Dummies, 5th Edition you'll be an iMac power user in no time!

What Customers Say About iMac For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)):

for a quick reference guide this is a pretty good book. For about the same price though you can get a month at lynda.com and learn everything you need to know about the imac, or just about anything else.

A very handy and quick reference for Apple's iMac, that will save time for anyone new to an iMac. This book does a good job of covering iLife, Leopard and Mac OS X.

I don't know who Mr Chambers wrote this book for, but it was not for those of us who have new iMacs and who are new to the world of Macs. His information is not up to date, his instructions do not apply, he seems more interested in being a humorist than in providing good solid help.

I bought this when I bought my new iMac. Still there a few things I didn't quit get, like "disk images". It really helped me get up and running. Although I have to say the iMac is pretty easy to operate right out of the box, unlike the "other guys". The humor was a plus. A good addition to my library.

Book is not easy to follow and I agree with another reviewer that the book spends more time telling you about things the mac can do and less about explaining how to do them.