macOS Sonoma For Dummies

Make friends with macOS Sonoma thanks to simple, Dummies-style instructions

macOS Sonoma For Dummies is the go-to guide for finding your way around Apple's laptop and desktop operating system. For first-time Mac owners and longtime Apple aficionados alike, this book covers the essentials you need to navigate macOS Sonoma with ease. Get a guided tour of the latest updates to macOS widgets, improved video conferencing features, updated privacy and security help, and all the classic features of the software that powers MacBook, iMac, and Mac computers. With easy-to-follow instructions and crystal-clear illustrations, this Dummies guide makes you macOS proficient in no time--even if you've never used a Mac computer before.

• Learn the ins and outs of macOS Sonoma for desktop and laptop computers
• Discover valuable shortcuts, tips, and tricks for troubleshooting
• Organize your files and ensure data security

• Customize your computer so you can get things done faster

  If you're looking for a user-friendly tutorial on using macOS Sonoma and making the most of the latest updates, you can't go wrong with macOS Sonoma For Dummies.

  Autorentext

  Guy Hart-Davis is the author of more than 100 technical books, including several books in the For Dummies series and many in the Teach Yourself VISUALLY series.

  Klappentext

  Make friends with macOS Sonoma thanks to simple, Dummies-style instructions macOS Sonoma For Dummies is the go-to guide for finding your way around Apple's laptop and desktop operating system. For first-time Mac owners and longtime Apple afficionados alike, this book covers the essentials you need to navigate macOS Sonoma with ease. Get a guided tour of the latest updates to macOS widgets, improved video conferencing features, updated privacy and security help, and all the classic features of the software that powers MacBook, iMac, and Mac computers. With easy-to-follow instructions and crystal-clear illustrations, this Dummies guide makes you macOS proficient in no time--even if you've never used a Mac computer before. Learn the ins and outs of macOS Sonoma for desktop and laptop computers Discover valuable shortcuts, tips, and tricks for troubleshooting Organize your files and ensure data security Customize your computer so you can get things done faster If you're looking for a user-friendly tutorial on using macOS Sonoma and making the most of the latest updates, you can't go wrong with macOS Sonoma For Dummies.

  Inhalt

  Introduction 1

  Part 1: Getting Started with macOS 5

  Chapter 1: macOS Sonoma 101 (Prerequisites: None) 7

  Chapter 2: Desktop and Windows and Menus (Oh My!) 23

  Chapter 3: What's Up, Dock? 43

  Chapter 4: Getting to Know Finder and Its Desktop 59

  Chapter 5: Getting Fancy with the Desktop and Finder 89

  Chapter 6: Setting Your Mac Straight 103

  Part 2: Getting Things Done 125

  Chapter 7: Opening and Saving Files 127

  Chapter 8: Managing Files and Folders the Smart Way 149

  Chapter 9: Eight Terrific Time-Saving Tools 159

  Chapter 10: Organizing Your Life 189

  Chapter 11: Finding Your Way with Maps 211

  Chapter 12: Using Stocks, News, Voice Memos, Shortcuts, and Home 225

  Part 3: Getting Along with Others 237

  Chapter 13: (Inter)Networking 239

  Chapter 14: Dealing with People 261

  Chapter 15: Communicating with Mail and Messages 271

  Chapter 16: Sharing Your Mac with Others 297

  Part 4: Making the Most of Your Mac 327

  Chapter 17: Mac Machine Music 329

  Chapter 18: The Multimedia Mac 343

  Chapter 19: Creating Documents and Printing 355

  Chapter 20: Features for the Way You Work 375

  Chapter 21: Safety First: Backups and Other Security Issues 399

  Chapter 22: Troubleshooting macOS 415

  Part 5: The Part of Tens 425

  Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Improve Your Mac Experience 427

  Chapter 24: Ten Utilities That Make Your Life Easier 435

  Index 449