The ultimate guide to Mac OS X Tiger packed with all you need to know about running Tiger and bonus coverage of iLife [UNK] Written by a Mac guru whose previous edition was deemed one of the best Mac OS X reference books on the market by John Nemerovski, primary Book Bytes reviewer for MyMac.com [UNK] In-depth coverage of core Mac OS X elements, such as the Finder, user accounts, Expose, the Dock, system customization, and more [UNK] Extensive coverage of the updated iLife applications This book provides users with the most comprehensive guide to the operating system and shows readers how to get the most out of the core OS. It includes coverage of basic system operations such as the Finder, Expose, FileVault, the desktop, system customization, and so on. Special Edition Using [Illegible] OS X Tiger also thoroughly covers day to day use of OS X such as working with Internet applications for email, Web surfing, and Mac for publishing content to the Net, using QuickTime and QuickTime Pro and extensive coverage of the digital media applications that are included with the OS. iDVD, GarageBand and iMovie - making it a book within a book with much more coverage than the competition. The book also helps readers understand and configure the technologies that can be used to expand their systems, such as input and output devices, networking devices and so on. Additionally, the Unix coverage offers the intermediate reader an opportunity to peak under the hood of their OS X system and make their Mac really work the way they want it to. Special Edition Using [Illegible] OS X v X provides the in-depth, wide ranging coverage that enables Mac users to get the most out of the operating system and included tools; it is the only Mac OS X book Mac users need!
Brad Miser has written extensively about all things Macintosh, with his favorite topics being OS X and the amazing "i" applications that empower Mac OS X users to unleash their digital creativity. In addition to Special Edition Using Mac OS X, v10.4 Tiger, Brad has written many other books, including Special Edition Using Mac OS X, v10.3 Panther; Absolute Beginner's Guide to iPod and iTunes; Absolute Beginner's Guide to Homeschooling; Mac OS X and iLife: Using iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, and iDVD; iDVD 3 Fast & Easy; Special Edition Using Mac OS X v10.2; and Using Mac OS 8.5. He has also been an author, development editor, or technical editor on more than 50 other titles. He has been a featured speaker on various Macintosh-related topics at Macworld Expo, at user group meetings, and in other venues.
Brad is the senior technical communicator for an Indianapolis-based software development company. Brad is responsible for all product documentation, training materials, online help, and other communication materials. He also manages the customer support operations for the company and provides training and account management services to its customers. Previously, he was the lead engineering proposal specialist for an aircraft engine manufacturer, a development editor for a computer book publisher, and a civilian aviation test officer/engineer for the U.S. Army. Brad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo (1986) and has received advanced education in maintainability engineering, business, and other topics.
In addition to his passion for Macintosh computers, Brad likes to ride his motorcycle, run, and play racquetball; playing with home theater technology is also a favorite pastime.
Once a native of California, Brad now lives in Brownsburg, Indiana with his wife Amy; their three daughters, Jill, Emily, and Grace; and their guinea pig, Buddy.
Brad would love to hear about your experiences with this book (the good, the bad, and the ugly). You can write to him at bradmacosx@mac.com.
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