Introduction to Macintosh

Learn How to Use a Macintosh Computer

Course Description: Become familiar with fundamentals of using a Macintosh Computer. Create and organize files and folders on the computer's hard drive. Use Spotlight to find various files. Back-up the system and retrieve files with Time Machine. Customize the user interface and behavior of the computer. Integrate Internet use and email features with Apple applications and the Safari browser. Finally, keep your computer safe by implementing advice on protecting a Macintosh from malicious software.

Author: Kurt Watson

Runtime: 3hrs. 37min.

Lessons: 39

Lessons	Time (Min:Sec)

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Introduction to the Interface PREVIEW, CLICK HERE	01:07
Menu Options PREVIEW, CLICK HERE	12:29
Chapter 2: Working with Windows in the Finder
The Finder Window PREVIEW, CLICK HERE	10:15
Folders on the Mac	03:09
Chapter 3: Organizing Files & Folders
Organizing Your Documents	03:47
Searching for Documents	07:10
Chapter 4: Customizing Settings & Preferences
Desktop and Screensaver	05:02
Energy	04:15
Security	07:11
Keyboard and Text	04:56
Sharing	10:14
Parental Controls	07:21
Universal Access	10:20
Chapter 5: Email
Setup	08:45
Signatures	04:31
Rules	04:30
Smart Mailboxes	04:33
Junk Mail	05:30
Chapter 6: Websurfing with Safari
Getting Started	03:24
Top Sites	02:29
Bookmarks	03:34
Chapter 7: iChat
Chat Overview	01:45
Getting an AIM Account	04:55
Adding Buddies	05:58
Chapter 8: iPhoto
Overview	02:18
Organizing Your Photos	08:40
Sharing Your Photos	07:28
Chapter 9: iTunes
What can iTunes do?	01:10
Getting Started with iTunes	04:31
Playlists	04:03
Radio	02:14
Chapter 10: Connect to Wireless Network
Wireless Networking	03:56
Chapter 11: Backup with Time Machine
The Importance of backups	01:49
Setup Time Machine	02:37
Restoring From Backup	05:02
Chapter 12: Safeguarding & Maintaining Your Mac
Keep up to Date	07:56
Disk Utility	05:09
Chapter 13: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting	03:46
Console	05:39
Chapter 14: Windows vs Mac
Windows vs Mac	13:00