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Take Control of Upgrading to Leopard
by Joe KissellStart on the right foot with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard! Little is more exciting and unnerving than a major operating system upgrade for your Mac, but thousands of people have upgraded to Panther and Tiger calmly and successfully with the advice in Joe Kissell's previous hit Take Control of Upgrading... titles. Joe's expert guidance, developed over innumerable test installations, walks you through the six steps necessary before upgrading, which of Leopard's three installation options is right for you, how to perform the actual upgrade, and post-installation checking and cleanup. Worried that something might go wrong? Joe provides in-depth discussions of what exactly each installation option does (and does not do), how to restore missing files, practical troubleshooting tips for the most common problems, and even step-by-step instructions to downgrade to your previous system if necessary. You'll also find tips on a few things that may surprise you, including special notes on Spotlight, Apple Mail, Keychain, and Time Machine. Bonus Section! Direct links to software update sites for FireWire hard drives, keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, video cards, audio equipment, common utilities, and more. Read this ebook to learn the answers to questions like: Will my Mac and peripherals work with Leopard? Which upgrade method should I use? Should I partition my hard disk before upgrading? Which files aren't copied by Archive and Install? What if I can't print after upgrading? Do I need new versions of my utilities for Leopard? What should I do if my Mac refuses to boot under Leopard? What should I do if Time Machine wants me to let it start backing up?
Take Control of Upgrading to Lion
by Joe KissellYou'll get specific advice for how to: Prepare for a Problem-free Upgrade Part with Rosetta: Understand and manage the fact that PowerPC-based software will not run under Lion, given the lack of the Rosetta emulator that was used in recent versions of Mac OS X. Handle your hardware: Check your hardware for Lion compatibility. Also, in order to fully enjoy Lion, it might be time for more RAM, disk space, or other peripherals, particularly a Magic Trackpad. Deal with duplication: Learn what a disk duplicate is, why having one is essential before installing Lion, and how to make one easily and affordably. Also, get help with backing up a Windows volume, should you be running Windows on your Mac via Boot Camp. Verify that all systems are go: Test to be sure your memory and disks are running properly--better to discover and correct a problem now during your upgrade--and find advice on clearing extra files and software off your disk so that you get a fresh start with Lion (and more disk space for it!). Consider a few geeky details: If you secure your data and documents with some form of disk encryption now, or would like to under Lion, get advice on what to do before you upgrade and learn how Lion's much-improved FileVault 2 will operate, plus consider the pros and cons of running FileVault 2. Also, read about what Joe thinks of partitioning and what you might want to do about it before installing. Make a plan: Learn how to install Lion if you're installing over 10.6 Snow Leopard, and consider the pros and cons of several techniques for how to install onto a Mac running either 10.5 Leopard or 10.5 Tiger. Also, if you have more than one Mac in your home, get ideas for downloading the Lion installer only once, but using it legitimately on your different Macs. And, if a nearly 4 GB download is unrealistic, get guidance for how to best obtain Lion. If your "upgrade" involves moving to a new Mac from an old Mac (or a Windows PC), learn how to best install Lion (if needed) and transfer your old stuff. A tip: ideally, do not even turn on a new Mac that has Lion installed until you've read this ebook! Install Lion! Install with confidence: Buying, downloading, and running the Lion installer isn't all that difficult, but it is an an entirely new (and rather slow) way of installing an operating system upgrade, so Joe explains what to expect. Solve problems If your Mac won't restart after the installation, this ebook explains exactly what to do (knock on wood!). Start Smart with Key Post-installation Tasks Avoid slowdowns: Put off a few tasks (running Spotlight, turning on Time Machine) that will slow you down during your first few hours in Lion. Get set and go: Joe reminds you to run Software Update, helps you set up an extra user account while noting a few account-related changes in Lion, discusses the pros and cons of the new FileVault 2 and gives directions for enabling it, explains the Incompatible Software Folder, explains need-to-know-now Time Machine basics (including encryption of Time Machine backups), helps you understand what's going on with Apple Mail plug-ins, and more. Go beyond...Learn why the $49.99 Lion Server is interesting for Lion users, and how to complete a basic installation. Reconnoiter with Recovery Mode: A final chapter explains the new-in-Lion Recovery HD volume, and even tells you what to type in Terminal so you can check it out. It also explains how to boot in Recovery mode, in case your Mac won't boot and you don't have a convenient way to boot it otherwise.
Take Control of Upgrading to Mavericks
by Joe KissellInstall Mavericks easily, and fly through important post-installation steps!Gain confidence and stay in control as Mac guru Joe Kissell explains how to ensure that your hardware and software are ready for OS X 10.9 Mavericks, prevent problems with a bootable duplicate of your main disk, and decide on your best installation method, whether you're upgrading from 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, 10.6 Snow Leopard, 10.7 Lion, or 10.8 Mountain Lion. You'll find smart suggestions for managing the installer, with tips for installing on multiple Macs and dealing with bandwidth limitations. Joe walks you through installing Mavericks and then gives important advice for handling your Mac when it first starts up in Mavericks, including working through a pile of post-installation alerts, signing in with the right Apple ID(s), turning on iCloud Keychain, enabling enhanced (and local) dictation, managing user accounts, and quite a bit more. Additional important topics include troubleshooting installation problems, upgrading from an older Mac or PC to a new Mac running Mavericks, and a brief look at installing OS X Server.You'll experience an easy upgrade and quickly deal with post-installation quirks with these topics:Start fast: A short Quick Start overview links to detailed content behind each topic, letting you read lightly or more deeply, depending on your specific needs.Catch the wave: Find out what you can look forward to in Mavericks, and why this upgrade is important for Apple.Older cat upgrades: For people who are upgrading from 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, or 10.6 Snow Leopard, Joe offers advice about the most effective way to carry out an upgrade.Compatibility check: Make sure your hardware and software are ready for Mavericks, and consider if this might be a good time for new hardware, even if it's not essential for your upgrade. (Tip: if your Mac can run Mountain Lion, it can also run Mavericks.)Prep steps: Avoid upgrade calamities by ensuring you can go back to the previous state of your Mac - and that you can boot from your backup. This crucial step can save a lot of trouble, and Joe recommends software that can make a bootable duplicate without a huge hassle. Also, your operating system is getting a fresh start, but what about the rest of your stuff? Whether you need the disk space or just want to delete some digital detritus, you'll find helpful tips. You'll also run Apple Hardware Test (or Apple Diagnostics) and Disk Utility, to be sure your disk is good to go. Finally, for those who need it, Joe discusses special cases relating to disk encryption (including FileVault) and partitioning.Picking a plan: Decide on your installation method. Most people can go with an easy in-place upgrade, but some will want the more complex clean install. 10.5 Leopard users will find special help, and those still on 10.4 Tiger get a special sidebar.Installing: Find out the smartest way to download and store the installer, with special tips for people who want to install on more than one Mac or who have bandwidth limitations. And, although running the installer will be easy for many people, you'll get full steps for what to click and when.Post-installation tune-up: Make sure your new system is running smoothly with a few important housekeeping tasks, including managing Spotlight, Software Update, Java Runtime, enhanced dictation, user accounts, Apple IDs, iCloud Keychain, FileVault, Time Machine, iTunes changes, and more. Plus learn how to unhide the user Library folder.Troubleshooting: Yikes! It is possible that something will go wrong during installation, or once you've booted up under Mavericks that you'll discover an important incompatibility with an existing piece of software. Find time-tested troubleshooting advice to get your system working again. Plus learn what the Recovery HD volume can do for you.Migrating to a new Mac: If your "upgrade" includes moving from an older computer (Mac or Windows PC) to a new Mac that's running Mavericks, learn the best way to move your user account to the new Mac.Installing OS X Server: Find a brief intro...
Take Control of Upgrading to Mojave
by Joe KissellSmooth your transition to Mojave!macOS 10.14 Mojave improves performance, fixes bugs, and adds new features. But upgrading from an older version of macOS can sometimes be a confusing and frustrating experience--especially if you're currently running a much older operating system, or if you encounter unexpected hiccups in the process. In Take Control of Upgrading to Mojave, Mac expert Joe Kissell outlines a process that will take the stress out of upgrading, showing you how to make the switch more efficiently and in the way that's right for you. Learn what you need to know before you begin, how to prepare your Mac and make backups, and be ready to make decisions about questions that arise during and after installation.In this book, you'll find out more about further changes Apple has made to the APFS file system in Mojave (and what they may mean to you), along with possible impediments to upgrading--including minimum system requirements, software incompatibilities, and lack of disk space--and how to resolve those issues.The book explains in detail how to...Start fast: A Quick Start overview helps you read lightly or more deeply, depending on your needs.Take in the view: Find out what you can look forward to in Mojave.Check for compatibility: Make sure your hardware and software are ready for Mojave and consider whether this is a good time to buy new hardware, even if it's not essential for your upgrade.Back up: Avoid upgrade anxiety by ensuring you can return to the previous state of your Mac--and that you can boot from your backup. Joe provides steps for carrying out this essential task in Carbon Copy Cloner or SuperDuper!.Pick a plan: Go for an easy in-place upgrade or consider a more complex clean install. Find out which option is right for you.Install: Download and store the installer where it won't be deleted, with special tips for people who want to install on multiple Macs or who have bandwidth limitations. And, although running the installer will be easy for many people, you'll find full steps for what to click and when.Do a post-installation tune-up: Make sure your new system is running smoothly by completing important housekeeping tasks and making a few key decisions. Troubleshoot: Yikes! It is possible that something will go wrong during installation, or that once you've booted up under Mojave that you'll encounter a serious problem. Joe's time-tested troubleshooting advice will help get your system working again.In addition, this book covers a number of new Mojave-specific topics:The good and bad aspects of Apple's changes to the APFS file systemChanges to Setup Assistant, what the new screens mean, and how to handle themNew, possibly confusing, and definitely annoying alerts asking you to grant accessibility, automation, and full disk accessAdjustments to the ways macOS can look for and install software updatesHuge changes to the way Mail handles plugins, and how to deal with themSafari's revised approach to extensions, and what to do if your favorite extension won't loadWhat's new, added, removed, and rearranged in System PreferencesWhat to do if you run the Mojave installer, restart, and find your Mac is still running your old version of macOSRevised instructions for downgrading to your earlier system if that becomes necessary
Take Control of Upgrading to Mojave
by Joe KissellManage your upgrade to Mojave with ease using Joe Kissell's expert advice in "Take Control of Upgrading to Mojave." Learn what you need to know before you begin, how to prepare your Mac, and be ready to make decisions about installation questions. Find out how to resolve common upgrading problems, and what has changed in macOS since the last version.
Take Control of Upgrading to Mountain Lion
by Joe KissellIn particular, you'll learn how to: Manage iCloud: During your Mountain Lion installation, you'll be asked for an Apple ID, but should you enter one? And, if you have more than one, which one? You'll find advice for sorting out your Apple ID before you enter the installer. Upgrade from Tiger or Leopard: How will you download the installer from the Mac App Store on one of these Macs? What about Rosetta for PowerPC-based apps? Joe answers these questions and discusses the special challenges you'll encounter when trying to upgrade efficiently from 10.4 Tiger or 10.5 Leopard. Handle Your Hardware: Check for Mountain Lion compatibility, clear extra files and software off your disk, and test your Mac to be sure all the hardware and disks are running properly--better to discover and correct a problem now than on upgrade day. Deal with duplication: Learn why having a duplicate of your hard disk is essential before installing Mountain Lion, and how to make one. Also, get help with backing up a Windows volume, should you be running Windows on your Mac via Boot Camp. Consider a few geeky details: If you secure your data and documents with disk encryption now, or would like to under Mountain Lion, get advice on what to do before you upgrade and learn why Joe likes Apple's FileVault 2. Also, read what Joe thinks of partitioning and what you might want to do about it before installing. Do the upgrade: Run the Mountain Lion installer, choosing all the optimal settings and options for your computer and tastes, and make sure all your personal data is still in place afterward. Perform post-installation tasks: You're not done when the installer is - be sure to run Software Update, set up necessary user accounts, and (perhaps) turn on FileVault and Time Machine. You'll find help with troubleshooting any problems that may have occurred with your upgrade. Go beyond the basics: Joe even covers topics such as the basics of installing Mountain Lion Server; moving from an older Mac to a newer one that already has Mountain Lion installed; and using Recovery mode to fix disk problems, reinstall Mountain Lion, and perform other maintenance tasks.
Take Control of Upgrading to Sierra
by Joe KissellAvoid anxiety and enjoy an easy upgrade!Upgrade with confidence as you follow Mac guru Joe Kissell's essential advice. You'll ensure that your hardware and software are ready for Sierra, prevent problems by making a bootable duplicate of your main drive, and decide on the best installation method for your particular situation. You'll also find full installation directions, plus suggestions on what to do immediately after the install. The book ends with a look at how to handle a failed or problematic installation.You'll experience an easy upgrade and deal quickly with post-installation quirks with these topics:Start fast: A Quick Start overview helps you read lightly or more deeply, depending on your needs.Take in the view: Find out what you can look forward to in Sierra. Compatibility check: Make sure your hardware and software are ready for Sierra and consider whether this is a good time to buy new hardware, even if it's not essential for your upgrade. Backing up: Avoid upgrade anxiety by ensuring you can return to the previous state of your Mac--and that you can boot from your backup. Joe provides steps for carrying out this essential task in Carbon Copy Cloner. Picking a plan: Go for an easy in-place upgrade or consider a more complex clean install. Find out which option is right for you. Installing: Download and store the installer where it won't be deleted, with special tips for people who want to install on multiple Macs or who have bandwidth limitations. And, although running the installer will be easy for many people, you'll find full steps for what to click and when. Post-installation tune-up: Make sure your new system is running smoothly by completing a few important housekeeping tasks and making a few key decisions. Troubleshooting: Yikes! It is possible that something will go wrong during installation, or that once you've booted up under Sierra that you'll encounter a serious problem. Joe's time-tested troubleshooting advice will help get your system working again.
Take Control of Upgrading to Snow Leopard
by Joe KissellThe ebook will help you: Evaluate whether your Mac is ready to run Snow Leopard Prepare for changes in Snow Leopard, such as software that may no longer work Complete crucial pre-upgrade steps that help you avoid trouble Make a bootable duplicate in case Joe's easy Plan A doesn't work for you Understand everything you need to know about what the installer will do Decide which optional software you should install Perform a few important post-installation tasks and tweaks Solve problems that might arise after installing-such as a Mac that won't boot You should buy this ebook if one or both of the following describes your situation:You want to ensure a calm, successful update with no data loss or other unpleasant surprises. You could run the Snow Leopard installer on your own, but you want to know the ins and outs of what's new with the installer because you are a Mac consultant, because friends and relatives rely on you for tech support, so you can wow everyone at your next MUG meeting, or simply because you like knowing exactly how things work behind the scenes. Specific questions answered in this ebook include:Is my Mac ready for a Snow Leopard installation? What's new in the Snow Leopard installer? What's the deal with QuickTime and Snow Leopard? What's Rosetta, why should I care, and what should I do about it? Is it ever a good idea to partition my startup drive? How can I check if I need to run a firmware update before installing? What are smart ways to free up disk space so I have more room for Snow Leopard? How do I back up Boot Camp before upgrading, just in case something goes horribly wrong? The installer won't let me do what was previously called an "Archive and Install." What's the best alternative? Now that I've clicked Customize in the installer, how do I figure out which checkboxes to select? I just installed Snow Leopard and my Mac won't boot. Help! What kinds of software that I depend on might not initially work in Snow Leopard?
Take Control of Upgrading to Yosemite
by Joe KissellMake a smooth transition to 10.10 Yosemite!Gain confidence and stay in control as Mac guru Joe Kissell explains how to ensure that your hardware and software are ready for Yosemite, prevent problems by making a bootable duplicate of your main drive, eliminate digital clutter, prepare your Mac, and decide on the best installation method for your particular situation. You'll also find full installation directions plus advice on over a dozen things to do immediately after installation and troubleshooting techniques. The book covers upgrading from 10.9 Mavericks, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.7 Lion, 10.6 Snow Leopard, 10.5 Leopard, and even 10.4 Tiger. It also looks at upgrading from the Yosemite public beta and at "upgrades" that involve moving your data to a new Mac from an old Mac or Windows PC.You'll experience an easy upgrade and quickly deal with post-installation quirks with these topics:Take in the view: Find out what you can look forward to in Yosemite, and why this upgrade is important for Apple.Catch-up upgrade: If you're upgrading from 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, or 10.6 Snow Leopard, you'll want to know about a few special compatibility issues and decide on the most effective way to upgrade.Compatibility check: Make sure your hardware and software are ready for Yosemite (and for the new Continuity features that work with iOS 8), and consider if this might be a good time for new hardware, even if it's not essential for your upgrade.Backing up: Avoid upgrade calamities by ensuring you can return your Mac to its previous stateâ "and that you can boot your Mac from a backup. This crucial step can save a lot of trouble, and Joe recommends software that can make a bootable duplicate with minimal hassle.Cleaning up: Your operating system is getting a fresh start, but what about the rest of your stuff? Whether you need the disk space or just want to delete some digital detritus, you'll find helpful tips. You'll also run either Apple Hardware Test or Apple Diagnostics as well as Disk Utility, to be sure your disk is good to go.Prepping your disk: For those who need it, this chapter covers special cases relating to disk encryption and partitioning.Picking a plan: Most people can go with an easy in-place upgrade, but some will want the more complex clean install. Yosemite beta testers will find a special sidebar, 10.5 Leopard users will find special help, and those still on 10.4 Tiger will learn about the extra steps they'll have to go through.Installing: Find out the smartest way to download and store the installer, with special tips for people who want to install on multiple Macs or who have bandwidth limitations. And, although running the installer will be easy for many people, you'll get full instructions on what to click and when.Post-installation tune-up: Make sure your new system is running smoothly by answering questions posed by Yosemite, specifying your Apple ID in all the right places (and perhaps setting up Family Sharing), checking your Handoff status, and handling translucency. You'll also find advice on Spotlight, Java Runtime, iBooks, enhanced dictation, and more. Plus, learn how to unhide the user Library folder.Troubleshooting: Yikes! It's possible that something will go wrong during installation, or once you've booted up under Yosemite that you'll discover an incompatibility with an essential piece of software. Find time-tested troubleshooting advice to get your system working again. Joe also explains what the Recovery HD volume can do for you.Migrating to a new Mac: If your "upgrade" includes moving from an older computer (Mac or Windows PC) to a new Mac that's running Yosemite, learn the best way to move your user account to the new Mac.
Take Control of Users & Accounts in Leopard
by Kirk McelhearnLearn to manage user accounts and parental controls in Leopard! User accounts are an integral part of Mac OS X, but for many people, they're a source of confusion. No more, thanks to Kirk McElhearn's straightforward explanations, which help you understand and manage all the accounts for people who use your Mac, even if the only person is you. You'll learn how to create the right types of accounts for the different people who use your Mac, why you need at least two accounts, and what you can do with the many new options in Leopard's parental controls. Kirk shows you how to set up a troubleshooting account to solve problems, use Fast User Switching, share files between users, manage login and startup items, and more. Kirk even reveals tricks for sharing music and photos among multiple users on your Mac using iTunes and iPhoto. Read this ebook to learn the answers to questions like: Why must I log in to my Macintosh? Why are my files in the Users folder? What's the difference between a login item and a startup item? What's the purpose of an Administrator account? How can I take advantage of the new Guest account? How do I limit the time of day when my child can use his Mac? Can I control who my child exchanges email with? How can people log in and log out more quickly and with less bother? What's the best way for users on my Mac to trade documents? Can users on my Mac share my iTunes songs or iPhoto images?
Take Control of Users & Accounts in Snow Leopard
by Kirk McelhearnYou'll find the answers to these questions and more: Why do I have I log in to my Macintosh? Why do my files reside in the Users folder? What is the purpose of an Administrator account? How can I take advantage of the Guest account? How do I limit time of day when my child can use the Mac? Can I control who my child exchanges email with? What's the best way for users on my Mac to share files? How can I customize the way my login window behaves? How can I speed up the log in and log out process for everyone? Can users on my Mac share my iTunes songs or iPhoto images? What's the difference between a login item and a startup item?
Take Control of Using Lion
by Matt NeuburgOther new-in-Lion-related questions that you'll find answers to are these: What's the fun new way of entering accented characters? Where'd my scrollbars go? How do I make the text in my Finder window sidebar larger? How do I sort items in a Finder window, and what does "Arrange" mean? Where are the Appearance and the Accounts System Preference panes? How do I change the size of my mouse pointer icon? What's this All My Files entry in my sidebar? What's the new picture-in-a-picture zooming option? Where'd my user Library go? You'll also learn how to: Be nimble and efficient finding your documents and applications. Take advantage of Lion's revised Open and Save dialogs. Make the screen easy on your eyes. Reduce "pane-ful" clutter in System Preferences. Enjoy the new Lion look of spelling corrections. Have your Mac read to you in many great new voices. Organize your fonts so you can easily format your text. Find the elusive checkbox for making the menu bar look solid.
Take Control of Using Mountain Lion
by Matt NeuburgYou'll become comfortable with these important Mountain Lion features: Notifications: Learn how to view, organize, and control your notifications--so that they don't control you! Gatekeeper: Understand the new Gatekeeper security system, and how you can bypass it when necessary. Resume: Enjoy the Resume feature that re-opens applications and windows when you restart your Mac or relaunch a program. Or learn how to shut it off. Auto Save: Some applications don't have Save commands in Mountain Lion! Learn how to save if you need to, and what to do if OS X saves something you don't want--and discover a new option in Mountain Lion that refines Auto Save in an important way. iCloud: Read what Matt thinks is interesting about iCloud, plus come to a full understanding of how to work with Documents in the Cloud in OS X--including how to handle the new Open dialog. Window management: Get help with resizing your windows, find out about full-screen mode, and go way beyond the basics with Mission Control and desktop spaces. Gestures: If you have a trackpad or Magic Mouse, get ready for more gestures in Mountain Lion! You'll learn how handle these core customizations: Menu bar: Enable (or disable) menu icons at the right side of the menu bar, and locate the elusive checkbox for making the menu bar look solid. Finder windows: Set up the default Finder window in a smart way that suits your needs. Dock: Take control of your Dock's appearance, location, and contents. Launchpad: Move and remove items in Launchpad--a close cousin to the iOS Home screen--and make "folders" that contain multiple apps. Screen: Calibrate your screen so it looks good to you, and learn how to make choppy text look smoother. Desktop: Set which elements appear on the Desktop, and pick a custom background image. Plus you'll find the answers to these customization-related questions: How do I turn off notification banners and alerts, for all my applications, all at once? Where did my scrollbars go? How do I make the text in my Finder window sidebar larger? How do I change the size of my mouse pointer icon? How do I create a custom keyboard shortcut for a menu item? Chockablock with information, the ebook also teaches you how to: Activate the new Voice Dictation feature. Issue the nifty keyboard shortcut for the handy Accessibility Options dialog. Find missing or deeply buried files quickly. Enter accented characters--or type in a different language! Install, delete, and organize fonts. Let your fingers do the walking by choosing menu items with the keyboard. Type a shortcut to "spring" open a closed folder while dragging a file onto it. Set up a new user account--and limit its powers. Zoom with picture-in-a-picture. Find your hidden user Library--and keep it found. ...and much more!
Take Control of Ventura
by Joe KissellmacOS 13 Ventura brings important new usability, security, and convenience features to your Mac. Learn how to upgrade your Mac from an earlier version of macOS, find your way around the new system, and make use of the interesting new capabilities such as Stage Manager, Passkeys, and even a way to use your iPhone as a webcam.
Take Control of VMware Fusion 2
by Joe KissellNow that modern Macs use Intel processors, you can run Windows on your Mac without slowdowns or tradeoffs, and with the benefit of configuration snapshots, multiple installations, and the capability to mix Windows and Mac applications. In this book by cross-platform expert Joe Kissell, you'll learn how best to install and use Windows in the virtualization environment created by VMware Fusion 2.Fusion 3 user? Download Take Control of VMware Fusion 3 for free.After introducing you to a few basic concepts, the ebook offers advice for mixing Fusion and Boot Camp, and notes the hardware and software you'll need. Then you'll find steps for installing Windows for use in Fusion in these scenarios:When installing a new copy of Windows XP or Windows VistaFrom an already-installed copy of Windows under Boot Camp, VMware Fusion 1.x, Parallels Desktop, Virtual PC, or an actual PCFrom a slipstream disc that contains Windows plus service packs, updates, drivers, and settingsOn the MacBook Air, which lacks an internal optical drive With Mac OS X Leopard Server as a guest operating systemFor running a virtual appliance that encapsulates both an operating system and a ready-to-run applicationNext, you'll learn how to work with Windows in a Fusion virtual machine, with key details like how to remap mouse buttons, simulate missing keys, set keyboard shortcuts, switch display modes, and work with external devices. Other topics covered include: Pros and cons of different ways of using Boot Camp and FusionConfiguring Fusion's Settings window to get the most out of the softwareReal-world advice for smart ways to make Windows and Mac environments simultaneously available on the same computerOptions for sharing files between your Windows and Mac environmentsKeeping your copy of Windows secure, backed up, and updatedThe basics of working with Fusion from the command line for advanced usersThanks to the tech reviewers at VMware who gave readily of their time, helping us to create a richly detailed and useful ebook.Special questions you'll find answers to include these:How do I keep my Windows installation in its own screen in Spaces?What's the best way to configure the Processors setting to give Windows multiple processors without hobbling my Mac?Where do I find drivers for proprietary Apple hardware like the iSight, Apple Remote, and Bluetooth transceiver?Which Boot Camp driver should I disable?What are my options for right-clicking in Windows?What should I do if Windows refuses to shut down or restart?Help! My mouse pointer keeps disappearing when I'm running Windows in Fusion. What should I do?How do I press the all-important Control-Alt-Delete key combo in Fusion?How do I make the Windows Desktop disappear so my Windows apps appear to run like Mac apps?How do I tell Windows which Web browser to open Web URLs in?What's a virtual appliance and how would I use one in Fusion?What are common parameters for vmrun, the command-line utility that controls Fusion?
Take Control of VMware Fusion 3
by Joe KissellAfter introducing you to a few basic concepts, the ebook offers advice for mixing Fusion and Boot Camp, and notes the hardware and software you'll need. Then you'll find steps for installing Windows for use in Fusion in these scenarios: When installing a new copy of Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 From an already-installed copy of Windows under Boot Camp, VMware Fusion 1.x or 2.x, Parallels Desktop, Virtual PC, or an actual PC From a slipstream disc that contains Windows plus service packs, updates, drivers, and settings On the MacBook Air, which lacks an internal optical drive With Mac OS X Server (version 10.5 or higher) as a guest operating system For running a virtual appliance that encapsulates both an operating system and a ready-to-run application Next, you'll learn how to work with Windows in a Fusion virtual machine, with key details like how to remap mouse buttons, simulate missing keys, set keyboard shortcuts, switch display modes, and work with external devices. Other topics covered include:Pros and cons of different ways of using Boot Camp and Fusion Configuring Fusion's Settings window to get the most out of the software Real-world advice for smart ways to make Windows and Mac environments simultaneously available on the same computer Options for sharing files between your Windows and Mac environments Keeping your copy of Windows secure, backed up, and updated The basics of working with Fusion from the command line for advanced users Special questions you'll find answers to include these: How do I keep my Windows installation in its own screen in Spaces? Where do I find drivers for proprietary Apple hardware like the iSight, Apple Remote, and Bluetooth transceiver? What are my options for right-clicking in Windows? What should I do if Windows refuses to shut down or restart? Help! My mouse pointer keeps disappearing when I'm running Windows in Fusion. What should I do? How do I press the all-important Control-Alt-Delete key combo in Fusion? How do I make the Windows Desktop disappear so my Windows apps appear to run like Mac apps? How do I tell Windows which Web browser to open Web URLs in? What's a virtual appliance and how would I use one in Fusion? What are common parameters for vmrun, the command-line utility that controls Fusion?
Take Control of Wi-Fi Networking and Security
by Glenn FleishmanGet more from your Wi-Fi networkPerhaps you already have a Wi-Fi network running in your home and office, but you're dissatisfied with it. Or maybe you're setting up a new house, apartment, business, or school room with Wi-Fi and need to know the basics about what to get and how to configure it. In either case, this book is for you. After over 15 years of writing regularly about Wi-Fi and answering reader questions, author Glenn Fleishman finds that the same issues still crop up:How do I spend the least money to the best effect?What's the best place to put my Wi-Fi gateways?How can I get both high throughput (speed) on my network and solid coverage across everywhere I want to use Wi-Fi?What can I do to secure my network against outsiders near my house and elsewhere on the internet?How do I add networked hard drives and printers?Interference is slowing my network; what can I do to reduce it?What's the best way to extend my network to a garage, yard, or nearby building?This book answers those questions in depth, as well as many others related to Wi-Fi, including how to set up a personal or mobile hotspot with all major operating systems, how to access computers on your network remotely, and why you should use a VPN (virtual private network).If you have any question about overhauling your network, setting up a new one, or just finally figuring out something that's never worked, this book has the answer.Covers macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, and Chrome OS.
Take Control of Wi-Fi Networking and Security
by Glenn FleishmanSetting up and securing a Wi-Fi network can be complicated and confusing. This book helps you over every hurdle involved in picking gateways, setting up a network, adding devices, and securing the network and connected phones, tablets, and computers. It’s useful for those who have set up networks in the past and want to replace them with new gear, as well as people who have never built a Wi-Fi network before.
Take Control of Wi-Fi Networking and Security
by Glenn FleishmanSetting up and securing a Wi-Fi network can be complicated and confusing. This book helps you over every hurdle involved in picking gateways, setting up a network, adding devices, and securing the network and connected phones, tablets, and computers. It’s useful for those who have set up networks in the past and want to replace them with new gear, as well as people who have never built a Wi-Fi network before.
Take Control of Wi-Fi Networking and Security
by Glenn FleishmanSetting up and securing a Wi-Fi network can be complicated and confusing. This book helps you over every hurdle involved in picking gateways, setting up a network, adding devices, and securing the network and connected phones, tablets, and computers. It’s useful for those who have set up networks in the past and want to replace them with new gear, as well as people who have never built a Wi-Fi network before.
Take Control of Your 802.11n AirPort Network
by Glenn FleishmanMake your 802.11n-based AirPort network fast, reliable, and secure! Find real-world advice from Wi-Fi wizard Glenn Fleishman on setting up the 802.11n models of Apple's AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and Time Capsule, with full information about the simultaneous dual-band models introduced in early 2009. You'll get help with all the special networking details, such as how to set the best band and channel for your network, use pre-802.11n base stations and clients without hurting performance, set up complex Internet addressing, share USB disks and printers, solve a variety of problems, and much, much more. If you're trying to solve a particular problem, you can jump in and read the topics in this ebook in any order, but if you start at the beginning, you'll find a primer on important Wi-Fi networking terminology and concepts, and a look at how Apple's 802.11n gear fits into the world of Wi-Fi networking. With that background, you'll learn how to locate and set up base stations, with diagrams showing common network scenarios-see two examples above on this Web page-and with step-by-step instructions for configuring key Internet sharing and security options and connecting client computers. For those who have funky Internet connections or tricky IP addressing problems, Glenn provides extended advice for creating a working Wi-Fi network. Glenn also provides real-world steps for important add-ons to a Wi-Fi network, including: Getting started with a Time Capsule and Time Machine backups, plus thoughts on making an archive so you can have an offsite backup of your Time Capsule drive and what to do if you want to erase the driveDetailed advice for setting up a USB-based printer and for making connections to the printer work from Macintosh and Windows computersHelp with connecting an Apple TV to your network and advice on how to start syncing it to your computerSteps and configuration advice for adding a USB-attached drive to a Time Capsule or AirPort Extreme, with important information about how best to allow and configure client accessTips and setup advice for streaming music from an AirPort Express to your stereo systemDetailed configuration advice for multi-base-station networks To make your network fly, Glenn helps you: Make band and channel choicesCombine your old 802.11g network with a new 802.11n network to split traffic and maximize network bandwidthExtend your network's coverage while handling any interference Glenn also discusses wireless-network security, noting oft-suggested security approaches that don't work well and explaining how to implement measures that do work well. He covers the new guest networking option in the 2009 models of the AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule. This 'Take Control' book is a must-have for anyone who needs to quickly and easily set up an AirPort network. —Phil Kearney, "father" of Apple's AirPort product line "If anyone knows about real-world Wi-Fi, it's Glenn Fleishman." —Mark Frauenfelder, co-founder of bOING bOING
Take Control of Your 802.11n AirPort Network
by Glenn FleishmanIf you're trying to solve a particular problem, you can jump in and read the topics in this ebook in any order, but if you start at the beginning, you'll learn how Apple's 802.11n gear fits into the world of Wi-Fi networking. With that background, you'll learn where to position and how to set up base stations, with diagrams showing common network scenarios—see two examples above—and with step-by-step instructions for configuring key Internet sharing and security options and connecting client computers. For those who have funky Internet connections or tricky IP addressing needs, Glenn provides extended advice for creating a working Wi-Fi network. Glenn provides real-world steps, detailed advice, and tips for important scenarios, including: AirDrop: Finding out whether Lion’s AirDrop file-transfer feature will work with your Mac’s Wi-Fi hardwareUSB-attached printer: Setting up a USB-based printer on your Wi-Fi network, and connecting to the printer from Mac and Windows computersUSB-attached drive: Adding and configuring a USB-attached drive to a Time Capsule or AirPort Extreme, with important information about how best to configure client accessTime Capsule: Setting up a Time Machine backup to a Time Capsule, plus making an archive so you can have an offsite backup of your Time Capsule drive, and how to erase the driveApple TV: Connecting a 2nd-generation Apple TV to your networkAirPort Express: Streaming music to an AirPort Express and connecting it to your stereoGuest network: Creating a separate guest network to give guests Internet access while restricting local resourcesSecurity: Understanding oft-suggested security approaches that don't work well and implementing measures that are reliable—and easy to useMultiple base stations: Configuring multi-base-station networks, whether connected via Ethernet, wirelessly, or a combination To make your network fly, Glenn helps you: Make appropriate band and channel choicesExtend your network's coverage while handling any interferencePrevent older clients from bogging you down If you're trying to solve a problem, you'll find a "Quick Troubleshooting Guide" chapter as well as a rundown of how to interpret what the green, amber, blue, or red light on your base station is trying to tell you (we're aware of at least 11 possibilities!). The ebook also explains several ways to find a MAC address, how to handle bridging, how to set up a software base station and an ad hoc network, and what might be coming in the future with IPv6. "If anyone knows about real-world Wi-Fi, it's Glenn Fleishman." —Mark Frauenfelder, co-founder of bOING bOING
Take Control of Your 802.11n AirPort Network
by Glenn FleishmanIf you're trying to solve a particular problem, you can jump in and read the topics in this ebook in any order, but if you start at the beginning, you'll learn how Apple's 802.11n gear fits into the world of Wi-Fi networking. With that background, you'll learn where to position and how to set up base stations, with diagrams showing common network scenarios - see two examples above - and with step-by-step instructions for configuring key Internet sharing and security options and connecting client computers. For those who have funky Internet connections or tricky IP addressing needs, Glenn provides extended advice for creating a working Wi-Fi network. Glenn provides real-world directions for important scenarios, including how to: Create a basic (or not so basic) Wi-Fi network, using Apple's base stations: Set up a wireless network with a single base station, or with multiple base stations - whether you want to extend a network with Ethernet or a wireless connection (or a mix of the two), Glenn examines your options and provides configuration steps. He also touches briefly on powerline connections. Keep your existing network, but replace an older or broken base station with a new one. Export your base station's configuration, either to make a backup or to create a model configuration to use on other base stations. Connect Macs (specific steps for 10.5 Leopard and later), iOS devices, and Windows 7 computers to your network. Set up reliable and relevant security for your network. Also, add a guest network that gives your guests Internet access while restricting their access to local resources. Attach peripherals to your network: Add a USB-connected printer, and connect to the printer from Mac and Windows computers. Add a USB-attached drive to a Time Capsule or AirPort Extreme, and configure client access. Connect a 2nd- or 3rd-generation Apple TV to your network Do more networking: Set up a Time Machine backup to a Time Capsule base station. Expand the capabilities of an AirPort Express by setting up audio streaming, trying Rogue Amoeba's Airfoil media streaming utility, or extending your network with ProxySTA. Share files conveniently and wirelessly with Lionââ⠚¬â⠞¢s AirDrop file-transfer feature, plus understand the type of networking that AirDrop uses. Put computers more directly on the Internet with port mapping or a default host. Set up Back to My Mac with iCloud in order to access an AirPort or Time Capsule drive remotely, or to configure your base station remotely. Set up a Software Base Station or do ad-hoc networking. Understand what's going on and solve problems: Find out what the icon on your Wi-Fi menu means, and discover what the colored light on your base station is trying to tell you. Learn what a MAC address is, plus how to find it. (Hint, 1 Infinite Loop is not the MAC address that you seek.) Read background information about the bands and channels used with Wi-Fi networking, understand how Apple's Wi-Fi gear fits into the picture, and get ideas for how to create an optimal network that avoids interference problems. Understand the differences among AirPort Utility 6 (for Mac), AirPort Utility for iOS, and AirPort Utility 5 (for Mac and Windows). Find a free download link for the previous edition of this ebook, which covers AirPort Utility 5. Learn how to update the firmware in your base station, and how to revert to an older version of your firmware, if necessary. "If anyone knows about real-world Wi-Fi, it's Glenn Fleishman." --Mark Frauenfelder, co-founder of bOING bOING
Take Control of Your Apple Account
by Glenn FleishmanThis book covers everything someone needs to know about configuring an Apple Account (formerly called Apple ID), interactions with iCloud-based services, and troubleshooting account access.
Take Control of Your Apple ID
by Glenn FleishmanPrevent (or solve) problems with your Apple ID!Your Apple ID is much more than a simple username. It's a key that unlocks a long list of Apple products and services on any of numerous devices. iCloud uses an Apple ID; so do iTunes, Apple Music, the App Store on Mac and iOS, the Books app, and more. An Apple ID protects your personal information, including email and iOS backups; helps you find a lost iPhone; and can even unlock your Mac. So it goes without saying that if something goes wrong with your Apple ID, you could be in for a world of hurt.Unfortunately, things go wrong with Apple IDs all the time. Fortunately, Glenn Fleishman, a veteran technology journalist and the author of Macworld's "Mac 911" column, is ready to help with expert advice on how to manage your Apple ID--including how to prevent, solve, or work around most common problems!In this book, Glenn answers questions like:What all is my Apple ID used for?How does my iCloud account relate to my Apple ID?What problems can two-factor authentication (2FA) solve, and how do I use it?Are there other mechanisms I can use to ensure that I can recover an Apple ID in the event of a problem? (Spoiler: yes!)What if I have a device that's too old to work with two-factor authentication?What should I do if I have two or more Apple IDs or iCloud accounts?Will I lose access to all my Apple media purchases if I move to another country?Can I share an Apple ID with someone else?What exactly should I do if I think someone is hacking my Apple ID account?How can I recover a forgotten Apple ID password?What steps should I take if Apple locks me out of my account?If I lose access to an email address associated with my Apple ID, what can I do?And that's just the beginning. Glenn has packed a remarkable amount of concise problem-solving information into this compact, 76-page book. Read it before you encounter Apple ID problems to minimize your risk, and if you've already encountered a problem, read it to find the best path to a rapid solution.