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MacOS for Seniors

A Ridiculously Simple Guide to the Next Generation of MacBook and MacOS Mojave (Version 10.14)

by Brian Norman ...

Series Book 4 - Tech for Seniors
I’ll make a wild guess: Mac isn’t the first operating system you’ve used. In fact, if you are like most people, you are probably a Windows person. But you’ve heard a lot of good things about Mac’s, it works alongside your phone, and it “Just works”—so you have decided to make the switch.It’s not the most complicated operating system—in fact, it’s simpler than Windows once you dig into it a little ... Read more

$4.49 USD

I’ll make a wild guess: Mac isn’t the first operating system you’ve used. In fact, if you are like most people, you are probably a Windows person. But you’ve heard a lot of good things about Mac’s, it works alongside your phone, and it “Just works”—so you have decided to make the switch.It’s not the most complicated operating system—in fact, it’s simpler than Windows once you dig into it a little
... Read more
Androids

The Team that Built the Android Operating System

by Chet Haase ...

The fascinating inside story of how the Android operating system came to be.In 2004, Android was two people who wanted to build camera software but couldn't get investors interested. Today, Android is a large team at Google, delivering an operating system (including camera software) to over 3 billion devices worldwide. This is the inside story, told by the people who made it happen.Androids: The ... Read more

$14.99 USD

The fascinating inside story of how the Android operating system came to be.In 2004, Android was two people who wanted to build camera software but couldn't get investors interested. Today, Android is a large team at Google, delivering an operating system (including camera software) to over 3 billion devices worldwide. This is the inside story, told by the people who made it happen.Androids: The
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Mac Maintenance Tips & Tricks

by Imagine Publishing ...

With a trademark smoothness, intuitive user interface and uniquely sharp set of tools, its not often that a Mac user encounters the gradual slow-down facing most PC devotees. However, it has been known to happen, and thats why weve put together this collection of tips and tricks for you that will help boost your Macs performance, protect it against security threats, and allow you to personalise ... Read more

$1.79 USD

With a trademark smoothness, intuitive user interface and uniquely sharp set of tools, its not often that a Mac user encounters the gradual slow-down facing most PC devotees. However, it has been known to happen, and thats why weve put together this collection of tips and tricks for you that will help boost your Macs performance, protect it against security threats, and allow you to personalise
... Read more
Apple Training Series

iWork 09

by Richard Harrington ...

In the only Apple-certified guide to iWork ’09, you’ll learn to create everything from first-rate business presentations and newsletters to effective budgets and event planners. Focused lessons take you step by step through all aspects of Keynote, Pages, and Numbers. The self-paced book uses real-life material and practical lessons that you can apply immediately to your own projects. You’ll learn ... Read more

$20.78 USD

In the only Apple-certified guide to iWork ’09, you’ll learn to create everything from first-rate business presentations and newsletters to effective budgets and event planners. Focused lessons take you step by step through all aspects of Keynote, Pages, and Numbers. The self-paced book uses real-life material and practical lessons that you can apply immediately to your own projects. You’ll learn
... Read more
Apple Training Series

Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.6: A Guide to Using and Supporting Mac OS X Server v10.6

by Arek Dreyer, Ben Greisler ...

Series series Apple Training
The only Apple-certified book on Mac OS X Server v10.6, this comprehensive reference takes support technicians and ardent Mac users deep inside this server operating system, covering everything from networking technologies to service administration, customizing users and groups, command-line service equivalents, and more. Keyed to the learning objectives of the Apple Certified Technical ... Read more

$42.11 USD

The only Apple-certified book on Mac OS X Server v10.6, this comprehensive reference takes support technicians and ardent Mac users deep inside this server operating system, covering everything from networking technologies to service administration, customizing users and groups, command-line service equivalents, and more. Keyed to the learning objectives of the Apple Certified Technical
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The Ridiculously Simple Guide to Pages

by Scott La Counte ...

Microsoft Word used to rule them all. It didn’t matter what computer or operating system you had—if you needed to type something, you used Word.Times have changed! Today there are many word processing solutions out there. Some, like Google Docs, are pretty barebones; and others, like Word, feel at times feature creep—there are just so many options, it’s easy to get lost. If you use a Mac, iPad, or ... Read more

$4.49 USD

Microsoft Word used to rule them all. It didn’t matter what computer or operating system you had—if you needed to type something, you used Word.Times have changed! Today there are many word processing solutions out there. Some, like Google Docs, are pretty barebones; and others, like Word, feel at times feature creep—there are just so many options, it’s easy to get lost. If you use a Mac, iPad, or
... Read more
OS X Yosemite: A Beginner’s Guide

by alex trostanetskiy ...

What is OS X: The OS X has been classified as the operating system that enhances the power of all your Mac devices. It has been created using the greatest and firm technology of the UNIX and is capable to unlock the full capabilities of the marvelous hardware like never before. Not only it gives you a pleasant feeling by its elegant looks, but is also pretty easy to use. It has a large collection ... Read more

$3.59 USD

What is OS X: The OS X has been classified as the operating system that enhances the power of all your Mac devices. It has been created using the greatest and firm technology of the UNIX and is capable to unlock the full capabilities of the marvelous hardware like never before. Not only it gives you a pleasant feeling by its elegant looks, but is also pretty easy to use. It has a large collection
... Read more
The iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max

The Complete and Illustrated Manual for Beginners and seniors to Master the New Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

by PATRICIA SPAULDING ...

This book covers all you need to know about the new iPhone 13 pro max. It's easy to comprehend and self explanatory. as well as step-by-step instructions and visual aids to help you comprehend. The following are some of the things you'll discover from reading this guide: How to Set Up and Get Started How to set up cellular service How to connect to the internet How to change common iPhone 13 ... Read more

$5.66 USD

This book covers all you need to know about the new iPhone 13 pro max. It's easy to comprehend and self explanatory. as well as step-by-step instructions and visual aids to help you comprehend. The following are some of the things you'll discover from reading this guide: How to Set Up and Get Started How to set up cellular service How to connect to the internet How to change common iPhone 13
... Read more
My First MacBook / MacBook Air

A Beginners Guide to Unplugging You Windows PC and Becoming a Mac User

by Andie Campbell ...

You bought a Mac! Let me be the first to tell you, your day is about to get much, MUCH easier. But before we get there, there’s a bit of light house keeping. Yeah, yeah, yeah - that’s all fine and good, but when do you get to play with your new machine? Mac’s are great - they are powerful, streamlined and easy as heck to use - but your files? They’re still on a PC and like it or not, you just ... Read more

$3.59 USD

You bought a Mac! Let me be the first to tell you, your day is about to get much, MUCH easier. But before we get there, there’s a bit of light house keeping. Yeah, yeah, yeah - that’s all fine and good, but when do you get to play with your new machine? Mac’s are great - they are powerful, streamlined and easy as heck to use - but your files? They’re still on a PC and like it or not, you just
... Read more
Mastering Xcode 4

Develop and Design

by Joshua Nozzi ...

Series series Develop and Design
Xcode 4 has a brand new user interface, built upon proven technologies that Apple itself uses to build Mac OS X and iOS, and that have produced over a quarter million Mac OS X and iOS apps. This project-based book introduces readers to Apple's development environment. The book is aimed at new Mac OS X and iOS developers and assumes the reader is familiar with programming and object-oriented ... Read more

$25.91 USD

Xcode 4 has a brand new user interface, built upon proven technologies that Apple itself uses to build Mac OS X and iOS, and that have produced over a quarter million Mac OS X and iOS apps. This project-based book introduces readers to Apple's development environment. The book is aimed at new Mac OS X and iOS developers and assumes the reader is familiar with programming and object-oriented
... Read more
The Apple TV Pocket Guide

by Jeff Carlson ...

Series series Peachpit Pocket Guide
Here is your essential companion to the Apple TV set-top box. The Apple TV Pocket Guide steers you through how to Connect your Apple TV to your television and home network. Rent and buy movies--including HD movies--using Apple TV. Stream content from a friend's computer to your TV. View high-definition content on your HDTV using the Apple TV. Watch movies and TV shows, view photos, and listen to ... Read more

$6.47 USD

Here is your essential companion to the Apple TV set-top box. The Apple TV Pocket Guide steers you through how to Connect your Apple TV to your television and home network. Rent and buy movies--including HD movies--using Apple TV. Stream content from a friend's computer to your TV. View high-definition content on your HDTV using the Apple TV. Watch movies and TV shows, view photos, and listen to
... Read more
Apple Training Series

Mac OS X System Administration Reference, Volume 1

by Schoun Regan ...

This comprehensive, technical reference guide provides in-depth information on Apple technical architecture. It will teach the reader how to install and configure machines; architect and maintain networks; enable, customize, tune and troubleshoot a wide range of services; and integrate Mac OS X, Mac OS X Server, and other Apple technologies within a networked environment. The book covers myriad ... Read more

$31.13 USD

This comprehensive, technical reference guide provides in-depth information on Apple technical architecture. It will teach the reader how to install and configure machines; architect and maintain networks; enable, customize, tune and troubleshoot a wide range of services; and integrate Mac OS X, Mac OS X Server, and other Apple technologies within a networked environment. The book covers myriad
... Read more
Mac Basics in easy steps, 3rd edition

Covers OS X Yosemite

by Drew Provan ...

Series series In Easy Steps
Covering the Mac operating system, OS Yosemite, Mac Basics in easy steps shows you how to get up and running on your Mac with minimum time and effort. Useful for anyone new to the world of Mac computing. Mac Basics in easy steps covers all the essentials a novice needs to know, from getting started to security issues. Areas covered include: • Getting to grips with the Mac • Dealing with Documents ... Read more

$13.69 USD

Covering the Mac operating system, OS Yosemite, Mac Basics in easy steps shows you how to get up and running on your Mac with minimum time and effort. Useful for anyone new to the world of Mac computing. Mac Basics in easy steps covers all the essentials a novice needs to know, from getting started to security issues. Areas covered include: • Getting to grips with the Mac • Dealing with Documents
... Read more
Apple Watch For Seniors

A Ridiculously Simple Guide to Apple Watch Series 4 and WatchOS 5

by Scott La Counte ...

Series Book 1 - Tech For Seniors
The Apple Watch looks pretty snazzy, right? People have told you all about the cool features: like if you fall it will automatically call for help! But how do you use it?!It looks nothing like the iPhone or iPad interface you are used to--except for a handful of icons. If you are lost and don't have a lot of time to comb through thousands of pages of tech-speak just to learn how to use a watch, ... Read more

$4.49 USD

The Apple Watch looks pretty snazzy, right? People have told you all about the cool features: like if you fall it will automatically call for help! But how do you use it?!It looks nothing like the iPhone or iPad interface you are used to--except for a handful of icons. If you are lost and don't have a lot of time to comb through thousands of pages of tech-speak just to learn how to use a watch,
... Read more
OS X Mountain Lion

Visual QuickStart Guide

by Maria Langer ...

Series series Visual QuickStart Guide
The latest update of this best-selling Visual QuickStart Guide will have you up and running in no time with OS X Mountain Lion. Respected, best-selling author Maria Langer will take you through all of OS X Mountain Lion's groundbreaking capabilities and new features, including iCloud, Messages, Reminders, Notes, Notification Center, Game Center, AirPlay Mirroring, and Gatekeeper. In addition to ... Read more

$15.56 USD

The latest update of this best-selling Visual QuickStart Guide will have you up and running in no time with OS X Mountain Lion. Respected, best-selling author Maria Langer will take you through all of OS X Mountain Lion's groundbreaking capabilities and new features, including iCloud, Messages, Reminders, Notes, Notification Center, Game Center, AirPlay Mirroring, and Gatekeeper. In addition to
... Read more
iPadOS 13

The Ridiculously Simple Guide to iPadOS 13 for iPad, iPad Mini, and iPad Pro

by Scott La Counte ...

iOS is dead! At least on the iPad. While the operating system obviously lives on in iPhones, 2019 is a big year for the iPad because Apple has released an update so big that it has a new name: iPadOS.The name change isn’t just a clever marketing tactic. It implies that iPads are more than just wimpy gadgets—they are computer power-horses that can run heavy apps and do the same kind of work you ... Read more

$4.49 USD

iOS is dead! At least on the iPad. While the operating system obviously lives on in iPhones, 2019 is a big year for the iPad because Apple has released an update so big that it has a new name: iPadOS.The name change isn’t just a clever marketing tactic. It implies that iPads are more than just wimpy gadgets—they are computer power-horses that can run heavy apps and do the same kind of work you
... Read more
Learning Swift

Building Apps for macOS, iOS, and Beyond

by Jonathon Manning, Paris Buttfield-Addison, Tim Nugent ...

Get valuable hands-on experience with Swift, the open source programming language developed by Apple. With this practical guide, skilled programmers with little or no knowledge of Apple development will learn how to code with the latest version of Swift by developing a working iOS app from start to finish.You’ll begin with Swift programming basics—including guidelines for making your code "Swifty" ... Read more

$27.89 USD

Get valuable hands-on experience with Swift, the open source programming language developed by Apple. With this practical guide, skilled programmers with little or no knowledge of Apple development will learn how to code with the latest version of Swift by developing a working iOS app from start to finish.You’ll begin with Swift programming basics—including guidelines for making your code "Swifty"
... Read more
OS X Mavericks

Peachpit Learning Series

by Lynn Beighley ...

This latest update to the bestselling OS X guide will have you working miracles in no time with Mavericks, which brings popular iOS apps to OS X, including iBooks and Maps. With this comprehensive guide, you can learn in your own way, whether it is working through the lessons from start to finish, jumping straight to step-by-step exercises about new features, or looking up just want you need to ... Read more

$23.39 USD

This latest update to the bestselling OS X guide will have you working miracles in no time with Mavericks, which brings popular iOS apps to OS X, including iBooks and Maps. With this comprehensive guide, you can learn in your own way, whether it is working through the lessons from start to finish, jumping straight to step-by-step exercises about new features, or looking up just want you need to
... Read more
OS X Mountain Lion Tips and Tricks

by Jason R. Rich ...

Series series Tips and Tricks
Discover hundreds of tips, tricks, and shortcuts for doing more, sharing more, and having more fun with your Mac that’s running Mountain Lion! This easy, nontechnical tutorial brings together powerful new ways to use OS X 10.8’s coolest features and hottest new innovations! Perfect for Mac beginners, Windows® refugees, and long-time Mac users upgrading to Mountain Lion, it’s packed with great ... Read more

$12.95 USD

Discover hundreds of tips, tricks, and shortcuts for doing more, sharing more, and having more fun with your Mac that’s running Mountain Lion! This easy, nontechnical tutorial brings together powerful new ways to use OS X 10.8’s coolest features and hottest new innovations! Perfect for Mac beginners, Windows® refugees, and long-time Mac users upgrading to Mountain Lion, it’s packed with great
... Read more
macOS Sierra in easy steps

Covers macOS 10.12

by Nick Vandome ...

Series series In Easy Steps
macOS Sierra in easy steps covers the essentials of the operating system that runs the stylish Mac desktop and laptop computers. This primer will get you up and running with your Mac in no time: • Obtain macOS Sierra and navigate using Multi-Touch gestures on a mouse or trackpad. • Find your way around your Mac using the Finder, personalize your Desktop, and use Siri to carry out tasks for you. • ... Read more

$13.69 USD

macOS Sierra in easy steps covers the essentials of the operating system that runs the stylish Mac desktop and laptop computers. This primer will get you up and running with your Mac in no time: • Obtain macOS Sierra and navigate using Multi-Touch gestures on a mouse or trackpad. • Find your way around your Mac using the Finder, personalize your Desktop, and use Siri to carry out tasks for you. •
... Read more
111 Tipps zum iPhone - Für mehr Erfolg mit dem iPhone (aktuell für iOS 7)

Für iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C sowie iPod Touch geeignet

by Wilfred Lindo ...

Nur 0,026 Cent pro Tipp! Eine gute Investition! Willkommen zu unserem aktuellen E-Book 111 Tipps zum iPhone. Wir haben für Sie die wichtigsten Ratschläge und Hinweise zusammengetragen! Die Inhalte sind für die Geräte iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C sowie iPod Touch bestens geeignet. In komprimierter Form stellen wir Ihnen 111 iPhone-Tipps vor, die Ihnen den Umgang ... Read more

$3.57 USD

Nur 0,026 Cent pro Tipp! Eine gute Investition! Willkommen zu unserem aktuellen E-Book 111 Tipps zum iPhone. Wir haben für Sie die wichtigsten Ratschläge und Hinweise zusammengetragen! Die Inhalte sind für die Geräte iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C sowie iPod Touch bestens geeignet. In komprimierter Form stellen wir Ihnen 111 iPhone-Tipps vor, die Ihnen den Umgang
... Read more
iCloud: Visual QuickStart Guide

Visual QuickStart Guide

by Tom Negrino ...

Series series Visual QuickStart Guide
Learn how to use Apple's iCloud service to share your content across all your Apple devices. This indispensable guide to Apple's iCloud service walks readers how to share their iTunes songs, photos, books, apps, files, email, contacts, and calendars across their PC, Mac, and iOS devices. Readers will learn how to create documents in iWork apps--Pages, Keynote, and Numbers--and edit them on any ... Read more

$12.95 USD

Learn how to use Apple's iCloud service to share your content across all your Apple devices. This indispensable guide to Apple's iCloud service walks readers how to share their iTunes songs, photos, books, apps, files, email, contacts, and calendars across their PC, Mac, and iOS devices. Readers will learn how to create documents in iWork apps--Pages, Keynote, and Numbers--and edit them on any
... Read more
iPhone 5 Quick Starter Guide (Or iPhone 4 / 4S with iOS 6)

by Scott La Counte ...

iPhone 5 doesn’t come with a handbook / user guide; this though doesn’t mean that you have to buy someone else’s handbook! iPhone does have a handbook! There are three ways to get it:Download it from the Apple iBookstore (it’s free)Get it online by going online (also free)Get it on your phone; if you go to your bookmarked pages on Safari, the last bookmark is for the ‘iPhone User Guide’.So why do ... Read more

$2.69 USD

iPhone 5 doesn’t come with a handbook / user guide; this though doesn’t mean that you have to buy someone else’s handbook! iPhone does have a handbook! There are three ways to get it:Download it from the Apple iBookstore (it’s free)Get it online by going online (also free)Get it on your phone; if you go to your bookmarked pages on Safari, the last bookmark is for the ‘iPhone User Guide’.So why do
... Read more
Apple Watch Series 5 for Seniors

A Ridiculously Simple Guide to Apple Watch Series 5 and WatchOS 6

by Scott La Counte ...

Series Book 5 - Tech for Seniors
The Apple Watch looks pretty snazzy, right? People have told you all about the cool features: like if you fall it will automatically call for help! They’ve told you about how you can send a text from your wrist. How you can even make a phone call.That’s all great. But how do you actually use it?!As amazing as all the new features are, it’s not quite as easy to use as an iPhone; the lack of buttons ... Read more

$4.49 USD

The Apple Watch looks pretty snazzy, right? People have told you all about the cool features: like if you fall it will automatically call for help! They’ve told you about how you can send a text from your wrist. How you can even make a phone call.That’s all great. But how do you actually use it?!As amazing as all the new features are, it’s not quite as easy to use as an iPhone; the lack of buttons
... Read more

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