Synopsis OS X Yosemite by : Chris Kennedy
Perfect for new and longtime Mac users, this no-fluff guide to OS X Yosemite is packed with details on system preferences, the desktop, Finder, applications, and utilities. You'll also find step-by-step instructions for printing, scanning, networking, sharing, troubleshooting, and going online. A Windows glossary makes switching to Mac (mostly) painless, and keyboard mavens will find a complete list of keyboard shortcuts. New features covered include iCloud Drive, Family Sharing, Continuity, Handoff, Extensions, Today view, Photos, and updates to Spotlight, FaceTime, Game Center, and full-screen apps. - See live previews of documents, pictures, and folders. - Use Mission Control to juggle all your open windows, desktops, and displays. - Dock programs, documents, and folders for one-click access. - Tag your files to make them easy to sort and find. - Use Finder tabs to declutter your desktop. - See all your notifications in one place. - Spread your work over multiple displays. - Enhance and customize OS X with extensions. - Use iCloud to store and access the latest versions of your files and settings online. - Share iTunes, iBooks, and App Store purchases freely with your family. - Sync your files, mail, contacts, appointments, reminders, notes, and messages wirelessly across your Mac, Windows PC, and iOS devices. - Get instant search results for documents, pictures, music, mail, programs, online sources, and more. - Dictate anywhere that you can type. - Play games on Game Center, Apple's online multiplayer social gaming network. - Post to Facebook and Twitter right from the app you're using. - Mirror your Mac's screen to your HDTV wirelessly via AirPlay, or use your HDTV as a full-fledged display, complete with dock and menu bar. - Share files and printers on your home network. - Move seamlessly between your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, or use them together. - Connect to wireless networks with a couple of clicks. - Set up and manage printers, scanners, and other devices. - Download and install OS X, apps, and updates from the Mac App Store. - Secure your data from thieves and snoops. - Plenty of tips, tricks, and timesavers. - Fully cross-referenced, linked, and searchable. Contents 1. OS X Basics 2. The Desktop 3. System Preferences 4. Files, Folders & Drives 5. Programs & Documents 6. Printing, Faxing & Fonts 7. Networks & Sharing 8. Online Connections 9. Security & Privacy 10. Maintenance & Backups 11. Switching from Windows 12. Keyboard Shortcuts