Macs For Seniors For Dummies (eBook)

Mark L. Chambers is a major Mac fan who's been a technical author, computer consultant, programmer, and hardware technician for more than 30 years. Currently a full-time writer and tech editor, he has authored more than 30 computer books, including MacBook For Dummies, 6th Edition, iMac For Dummies, 9th Edition, and OS X Yosemite All-in-One For Dummies.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Buying and Setting Up Your Mac 7

CHAPTER 1: Buying a Mac 9

CHAPTER 2: Setting Up Your Mac 23

Part 2: Getting Started with Your Mac 45

CHAPTER 3: Getting Around the Mac Desktop 47

CHAPTER 4: Customizing El Capitan 77

CHAPTER 5: Working with Files and Folders 97

CHAPTER 6: Working with Printers and Scanners 117

CHAPTER 7: Getting Help 125

Part 3: Having Fun and Getting Things Done with Software 133

CHAPTER 8: Creating Documents with Pages 135

CHAPTER 9: Working with Numbers 153

CHAPTER 10: Getting the Most from Photos 169

CHAPTER 11: Enjoying Music, Video, and Podcasts 185

CHAPTER 12: Playing Games in El Capitan 201

Part 4: Exploring the Internet 209

CHAPTER 13: Understanding Internet Basics 211

CHAPTER 14: Browsing the Web with Safari 229

CHAPTER 15: Using Mail 249

CHAPTER 16: Connecting with People Online 271

Part 5: Taking Care of Your Computer 287

CHAPTER 17: Protecting El Capitan 289

CHAPTER 18: Maintaining Your Mac 299

Index 307