| 1.Take Control of Font Problems in Mac OS X |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Are you suffering from a mysterious font problem in Mac OS X Tiger? Help is at hand, with troubleshooting steps and real-world advice for solving problems. If you've experienced inexplicable trouble with characters displaying incorrectly, being unable to type a particular character, fonts missing from Font menus, confusing behavior in Microsoft and Adobe programs, Font Book crashing, or Character Palette misbehaving, turn to font expert Sharon Zardetto Aker for help. 120 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 2.Take Control of Fonts in Mac OS X |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Little in Mac OS X is as confusing as fonts, and if you've had trouble understanding what's going on, turn to font expert Sharon Zardetto Aker for the low-down. Sharon explains all the details of Mac OS X's font support; how to use Font Book; ways of dealing with old fonts; how to work with character-rich Unicode fonts; and more. Whether you work in a font-intensive profession, use Unicode fonts, or simply want to wrangle your Mac's fonts, you need this ebook. 255 pages. Version 1.0.1.
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| 3.Take Control of Mac OS X Backups |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Backing up can seem complex, but backup expert Joe Kissell provides the straightforward advice you need to create a strategy that protects your data and enables quick recovery. Joe compares each type of backup media and all the backup programs to help you make the best choices. He then offers his time-tested recommendations and walks you through the steps necessary to set up, test, and maintain your backups, plus how to restore after a crash. Includes over $65 of coupons! 184 pages. Version 2.1.
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| 4.Take Control of Maintaining Your Mac |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Regular maintenance is necessary to avoid problems and to ensure your Mac runs at peak performance, but it's hard to know what to do and when to do it. Best-selling author Joe Kissell has now applied his commonsense approach to the task of maintaining your Mac! Learn how to start on the right foot; what you should do daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly; and how to prepare for Mac OS X updates. Joe even explains how to monitor your Mac's health and debunks common panaceas. 86 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 5.Take Control of Passwords in Mac OS X |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Suffering from password overload or anxiety? Mac expert Joe Kissell teaches you to assess risk factors and devise a personal plan for generating different types of strong passwords that are easy to remember. The book then explains how to work with all the different passwords for your Mac, shows you how to use Keychain Access, provides pointers for using passwords on the Web, looks at password management utilities, and gives tips for preventing password-related problems. 96 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 6.Take Control of Permissions in Mac OS X |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Permissions problems got you down? Turn to Unix expert Brian Tanaka's unique guide to the permissions that control access to your files, folders, and disks. Learn how to keep files private, set Ignore Permissions, repair permissions, and delete stuck files. Advanced concepts include the sticky bit, access control lists, bit masks, and symbolic vs. absolute ways to set permissions. Take control of permissions via the Finder, with Mac utilities, and using the command line. 90 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 7.Take Control of Running Windows on a Mac |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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With Apple's release of Boot Camp for booting an Intel Mac into Windows XP or Vista, the Mac community has been abuzz with questions about installing Windows on a Mac, whether via Boot Camp or virtualization software such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, and VirtualBox. Installation expert Joe Kissell has the real-world advice you need to pick the best method of running Windows for your situation, to install Windows, to avoid problems with malware, and more. 148 pages. Version 2.5.
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| 8.Take Control of Syncing in Tiger |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Frustrated in your attempts to synchronize data between your Macs, or with an iPhone, iPod, or Apple TV? Michael E. Cohen has the help you need for synchronization tasks of all sorts. You'll learn what gear you need and the best ways to move your data between devices, whether your syncing software is built into Tiger, works through .Mac, or comes from an independent Mac developer. Michael also explains how Apple's syncing model works and what to do when things go wrong. 154 pages. Version 1.2.
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| 9.Take Control of What's New in Word 2004 |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Turn to Word expert Matt Neuburg for the best strategy for upgrading to Word 2004 and handling its 80 new fonts, including those you can delete to avoid conflicts, shorten your Font menu, and make Word launch faster. Save time with smart buttons when typing and pasting text. Learn how to use the new Navigation pane, the Toolbox, and Notebook view. Matt also offers an overview of important changes to Unicode support, styles, and markup, plus what's new with AppleScript. 73 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 10.Take Control of What's New in Word 2004: Advanced Editing & Formatting |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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Under Matt Neuburg's expert guidance, you'll get help with the complex changes in Word's editing and formatting features. Learn the hidden rules that govern smart buttons and find out how to take advantage of new style features. Matt explains how to type special characters easily. Unicode users will appreciate discovering why fonts may not work, including solutions to problems with old fonts. Matt explains in detail how to use the new markup features most effectively. 78 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 11.Take Control: The Mac OS X Lexicon |
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07/Oct/2007 |
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We Mac users sling technical jargon around every day, but if you've ever felt uncertain about what a term actually means, help is here in this mad romp through over 500 Mac- and Internet-related terms. We're not talking about some dry old dictionary here, either - these definitions from veteran Mac authors Andy Baird and Sharon Zardetto are loaded with useful tips, practical advice, humor, and empathy. Read this book to get the last word on Mac OS X terminology! 191 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 12.Macworld Apple TV Superguide |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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The new Apple TV provides the missing link between your computer and your big-screen TV. Turn to the technology experts at Macworld for the scoop on the best ways to set up your Apple TV, find your way around it, manage your media, and troubleshoot problems. Macworld has been working with the Apple TV since it shipped, and the "Macworld Apple TV Superguide" encapsulates all they've learned. Bonus! Learn how to upgrade the Apple TV's hard drive to a larger model. 59 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 13.Macworld Digital Photography Superguide |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Digital photography is a huge topic, which is why Macworld Magazine assembled a dream team of experts to contribute their years of knowledge. In this 102-page collection of the best of Macworld's coverage of digital photography, they teach you how to take great shots, make them even better with image editing tools ranging from iPhoto to Adobe Photoshop, move them to something you can hold in your hand, and protect them against mishap. 102 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 14.Macworld iPhone Superguide |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Apple's iPhone is a full computer with a Web browser, email client, and network-savvy applications. The technology experts at Macworld describe it all in this essential guide that walks you through setup and activation, explains email and text messages, and puts you in control of Safari and the iPhone's other applications. Also learn how to access both your own and YouTube videos, to manage the iPhone's iPod features, and to synchronize photos to and from your iPhone. 93 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 15.Take Control of Apple Mail in Tiger |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Joe Kissell teaches you how to customize your incoming mail view, display slideshows of attached photos, find messages with Spotlight, and create smart mailboxes. You'll also find advice about importing from other programs, creating rules, parental controls, and the Previous Recipients list. Learn how to solve connection problems, fix damaged mailboxes, and make Spotlight see messages it isn't finding properly. Bonus - an extensive glossary and resource list! 174 pages. Version 1.1.
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| 16.Take Control of Apple Mail in Tiger (Dutch) |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Joe Kissell leert je aanpassingen maken in je binnenkomende berichtenoverzicht, fotobijlagen tonen also diapresentatie, berichten terugvinden met Spotlight en slimme postbussen instellen. Ook geeft hij advies over importeren vanuit andere programma's, Regels, ouderlijke controle en het Geadresseerdenoverzicht. Leer tevens verbindingsproblemen oplossen en beschadigde postbussen repareren. Also bonus een uitgebreide woordenlijst en 11 pagina's aan bronnen! 194 pagina's. Versie 1.0 Nederlands.
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| 17.Take Control of Buying a Digital Camera |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Overwhelmed by purchasing a digital camera? Turn to professional photographer Larry Chen for the practical advice you need. Rather than bury you with arcane technical details, Larry steps you through a process that helps you determine your budget, what sort of pictures you're likely to take, and what aspects of using a camera are important to you. Then you learn about the different camera features, supported by a camera comparison worksheet. Includes $5 coupon! 107 pages. Version 3.0.
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| 18.Take Control of Digital TV |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Whether you already own a digital TV or plan to buy one, this ebook helps you take control of the digital TV experience! TV maven Clark Humphrey cuts through the jargon to explain how to pick the best digital TV from the dizzying array of choices in stores and from online retailers. Once you have a TV, Clark explains how to position it for optimal viewing, all the different cables, how to arrange external speakers, and how to adjust your set for the best image quality. 96 pages. Version 2.0.
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| 19.Take Control of Email with Apple Mail |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Joe Kissell's must-read ebook collects numerous previously unpublished tips and techniques to help Mail users everywhere! You'll discover smart ways to address outgoing mail, send and receive attachments successfully, and view incoming mail. Plus, you'll find 9 pieces of essential advice about rules, 7 ways to improve your Previous Recipients list, and 6 tips for working in the Viewer window. Trying to troubleshoot problems? Find solutions to 14 real-world problems! 101 pages. Version 1.1.1.
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| 20.Take Control of Getting Started with Dreamweaver |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Get started with Dreamweaver with the help of Web design professor Arnie Keller! In this detailed tutorial for making your first site in Dreamweaver, Arnie shows you how to style type the smart way with CSS, create a sophisticated page layout using layers, and design a template-based site with an interactive navigation bar. Be sure to check out the ebook's ground-breaking video screenshots! 88 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 21.Take Control of Sharing Files in Panther |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Networking guru Glenn Fleishman makes file sharing easy, whether it's between two Macs, among a mixed-platform workgroup, or over the Internet. Learn how to set up Mac OS X 10.3 Panther to share files with Macs, Windows, and Unix using AppleShare, Samba, FTP, the Web, and WebDAV. Clear steps and numerous tips help you configure your firewall, work around Panther's limitations, and more. Extra section--learn the best ways to share music and photos with iTunes and iPhoto! 113 pages. Version 1.2.
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| 22.Take Control of Spam with Apple Mail |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Stamp out spam in Apple Mail by following email expert Joe Kissell's meticulously researched steps! This ebook explains how Apple Mail filters out spam, discusses six ways to optimize the Junk Mail filter, and covers three ways to fix a spam-clogged incoming queue. You'll also learn how the Junk Mail filter uses your Previous Recipients list and how to keep spammers out of it. Also, Joe reviews add-on utilities that can identify even more spam. $5 off SpamSieve! 72 pages. Version 1.3.
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| 23.Take Control of Thanksgiving Dinner |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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If you'd like Thanksgiving dinner to go smoothly, turn to experienced technical writer and foodie Joe Kissell. Joe provides you with a customizable plan that gets you organized, helps you figure out what you need to buy, and prevents last-minute problems. Once the planning and shopping are done, follow Joe's detailed, tested recipes for Thanksgiving dinner: roasted turkey with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry relish, candied sweet potatoes, and pumpkin pie. 104 pages. Version 1.1.
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| 24.Take Control of What's New in Entourage 2004 |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Take control of Entourage 2004, Microsoft's powerful email client and project manager! Learn how to ban spam from your In box, manage the Three Column View, send email from within Word, and protect your email from snoopers. Go beyond email with Project Center: Tom walks you through creating, populating, and sharing your projects. Lastly, learn the safest ways to archive data from Entourage for later access. Bonus: Recover from corruption with the new Database Utility! 64 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 25.Take Control of Your 802.11n AirPort Extreme Network |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Get real-world advice on setting up Apple's current 802.11n AirPort Extreme Base Station from Wi-Fi expert Glenn Fleishman. You'll find help with all the picky details: choosing the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band, including old Wi-Fi gear without hurting performance, connecting to an Apple TV, handling complex Internet addressing configurations, the ins and outs of sharing USB disks and printers from an AirPort Extreme, and connecting from Macintosh and Windows clients. 171 pages. Version 1.1.
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| 26.Take Control of Your AirPort Network |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Make your AirPort network fly with the help of networking expert Glenn Fleishman! Glenn shows you how to select the best gear, position your base station for optimal performance, configure your devices, and lock out snoopers. Learn the four things to consider when purchasing hardware, solutions to six common configuration problems, and four ways to extend your network's range. Cool extras! Locate adapters for older Macs and get the scoop on AirPort Express and AirTunes! 161 pages. Version 1.2
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| 27.Take Control of Your Domain Names |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Having your own domain name is fun for individuals and essential for organizations, but the details can be perplexing. Networking expert Glenn Fleishman explains everything you need to know, including how domain names work and how to register a domain name, configure it with a DNS host, and use it for your Web site and email address. Other sections cover troubleshooting; changing your registrar, DNS host, Web host, or email host; and buying or selling a domain name. 103 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 28.Take Control of Your Wi-Fi Security |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Wireless experts Glenn Fleishman and Adam Engst have distilled years of researching and covering wireless security into this essential guide for anyone using wireless networks at home, at work, or on the road. Learn how to evaluate your security risks; how to lock down your network with WPA; how to secure your data with PGP, SSL, SSH, and VPNs; and more. Special attention is given to securing small office networks and teaching you to perform a detailed security audit! 114 pages. Version 1
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| 29.Take Control of iWeb |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Apple's iWeb aims to help you build a Web site quickly and easily, but if you've found yourself stuck on the basics or unhappy with amateurish results, turn to Steve Sande for assistance. Steve provides step-by-step instructions for building an iWeb site, ranging from the best ways to make basic iWeb pages to lessons on how to create eye-catching graphical effects, encode podcasts and videos, shrink graphics, make image maps, set up an online store, and more! 123 pages. Version 1.0.
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| 30.iPhoto 6: Visual QuickStart Guide |
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29/Oct/2007 |
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Want a complete manual for iPhoto 6? Take Control publisher and iPhoto expert Adam Engst provides concise, step-by-step instructions supported by numerous color screenshots that teach you how to import, organize, and edit your photos. Then you'll learn the ins and outs of sharing photos via slideshows, prints, books, cards, calendars, email, photocasts, CDs, and more. A troubleshooting chapter, an appendix of deep background, and another of photo tips round out the book. 226 pages. Version 1.0.
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