Mac OS X Bible, Jaguar Edition

If Mac OS X can do it, you can do it too . . .

Brace yourself for Mac's most powerful operating system yet! Whether this is your first Mac experience or you're upgrading from an older version, these three experts make it easy. They guide you through installation, help you learn the new Aqua interface, show you how your older applications run in Classic mode, introduce you to the amazing digital hub, and more. Using these expert tricks and troubleshooting tips, you'll tame the Jaguar and harness its power.

• Install and configure OS X version 10.2 Jaguar and correct any problems that may arise
• Understand the impact of OS X's UNIX basis and how to maximize its additional capabilities
• Set up OS X on a network, share files, and take advantage of new network services
• Establish accounts for other users and manage accounts and privileges
• Get acquainted with the new Aqua user interface and its built-in enhancements to familiar icons, windows, and menus
• Explore new online features like Sherlock 3, iChat, Address Book, Mail, and QuickTime 6
• Work with audio and video editing
• Learn how to communicate with OS X via spoken commands and how to automate repetitive tasks with AppleScript

Contents

• What Is Mac OS X?
• Exploring the Environment
• Managing Your Workspace
• Enhancing Your Workspace
• Working with Applications and Documents
• Going on the Internet
• Searching with Find and Sherlock
• Getting Help

• Printing Documents
• Accessing Files Via Local Network and Internet
• Harnessing Standard Services
• Taking Charge of Fonts
• Viewing and Editing Video
• Playing and Recording Audio
• Setting System Preferences

• Managing User Accounts and Privileges
• Mastering Speech
• Setting up a Local Network
• Sharing Your Files
• Deploying More Network Services
• Automating with AppleScript

• Working with Included Programs
• Enhancing Your System with Utility Software
• Uncovering Tips and Secrets
• Maintaining Mac OS X
• Commanding Unix

• Appendix A: Installing Mac OS X
• Appendix B: Installing Applications
• Appendix C: Exploiting Keyboard Shortcuts