MacBook All-in-One For Dummies


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MacBook All-in-one for Dummies Makes Everything Easier! With a MacBook, you can work and play anywhere. With 9 books in 1, MacBook All-in-one for Dummies shows you how! You'll find coverage of: Getting started -- choose the MacBook that suits your needs, set it up, customize your preferences, and organize files and folders. Using Mac OS X -- learn your way around Snow Leopard, get to know the Dock, find things with Spotlight, and back up your system with Time Machine. Customizing and Sharing. Going Mobile With iLife -- explore iLife, where photos, movies, music, and your very own Web site all hang out. iWork For the Road Warrior -- do it the Mac way with Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, the iWork productivity applications. Typical Internet Stuff -- browse with Safari, store your stuff on iDisk, use Apple Mail, and iChat with friends. Networking in Mac OS X -- set up a network, go wireless, and use AirPort Extreme. Expanding Your System -- see how to add memory and connect hard drives and printers using USB and FireWire. Advanced Mac OS X. Learn the basics about using and maintaining your MacBook, how to work with Mac OS X, use the iWork productivity suite, enjoy the iLife, and cruise the Web from anywhere. Plus, you'll go under the hood and explore custom scripts and tweaks to help you get more from your MacBook and troubleshoot solutions.




Florida For Dummies


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From the Gold Coast to the Gulf Coast, the Everglades to theme parks, bustling Miami to historic St. Augustine, water sports to relaxing resorts, Florida offers infinite, intriguing variety. Whether you want to ride the waves or ride the roller coasters, take in the sites or soak up the sun, this friendly guide is your key to fun in the Sunshine State with info. on: The top ten beaches Favorite Florida foods and where to get them Theme-park hopping and fantastic shopping How to get around Wildlife, night life, and culture Like every For Dummies travel guide, Florida For Dummies, Third Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages




Rome For Dummies


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The history of the Eternal City is permanently recorded in its many monuments and ruins. Rome has delights for anyone and everyone—art aficionados, architecture buffs, history lovers, foodies, and fashion trendsetters. This guide eases you into la dolce vita ("the sweet life") with information on: How to get around the meandering streets and the bustling maze of ancient and modern treasures Entertainment to suit your mood, from classical concerts and opera to bars, pubs, and discos to moonlit walks with spectacular views Accommodations ranging from the Hotel Hassler, located on top of the Spanish Steps, to the Hotel de Russie with its striking contemporary design Incredible churches, museums, and ruins Great buys on handmade gold jewelry, antique prints, fashion accessories such as scarves, handbags, and watches, and a variety of religious items ranging from apparel to artwork Five itinerary options and five day trips Like every For Dummies travel guide, Rome For Dummies, Second Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Lots of detailed maps




Paris For Dummies


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A travel guide to Paris that includes information on trip planning, restaurants and accommodations, shopping, and best attractions; with five day trips from the city, places to see Paris without the lines, and a glossary of French words and phrases.




Hawaii For Dummies


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From Oahu and the Big Island to Maui and Kauai Hawaii is the place to go for sun, surf, and relaxation. For outdoor excitement and nightlife galore, this friendly guide will help you say “aloha” to fun with: Full coverage of all the action on all the islands The best luxury resorts and the best bargain hotels Complete rundown of each island’s best beaches The best luaus, outdoor adventures, and mouth-watering dining Like every For Dummies travel guide, Hawaii For Dummies, Third Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages




Arizona For Dummies


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Everything from clothing styles to tequila shots is kicked back in Arizona. From teeming, cosmopolitan Phoenix to long stretches of open roads to intriguing trails that lead to incredible sights or adventures, Arizona has it all. This friendly guide helps you enjoy it all, with info on: 5 great itineraries, including kid-friendly jaunts, plus day trips and two-day trips The grandeur of the Grand Canyon, the Red Rocks of Sedona, the expanses of northeast Arizona—Hopi and Navajo country, and more Fantastic historic attractions, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s former home and studio, a ghost town, a mining town, an active trading post, Holbook (home of classic Route 66 kitsch), and more Upscale shopping in Phoenix or bargaining in Nogales Rafting on the Colorado River, mountain biking in Sedona, being a cowhand at a dude ranch, star gazing, horseback riding, and more Where to find Native American crafts, Navajo rugs, Western art, Southwestern and ethnic furnishing, katchina dolls, silver inlay jewelry Fantastic museums and monuments where you can delve into Native American culture, plus some places where the ancient traditions are practiced today Like every For Dummies travel guide, Arizona For Dummies, 4th Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you want to experience the Old West or the new West…whether your style is luxuriating at a plush resort, golfing on glorious, challenging courses, appreciating incredible sights and scenery, or exploring historical attractions and our Native American heritage, you’ll find lots to do in Arizona. Kick back, relax, and enjoy.




Boston For Dummies


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Boston offers a unique blend of traditional and trendy…old and new, with ultramodern skyscrapers towering beside colonial historical sites. Whether you want to explore incredible museums or shop tempting boutiques, take in a game or take a cruise, this book points the way with info on: Attractions for history lovers, sports lovers, and food lovers Seven great itineraries and four fun day trips Public Garden, the first botanical garden in the U.S., legendary Fenway Park, Longfellow National Historic Site, and more All kinds of restaurants, ranging from local seafood and pizza favorites and ethnic eateries to elegant, high-end dining and unique neighborhood cafes Shopping in stores that range from cheap to chic, boho to bourgeois, including Newbury Street, the “rodeo Drive of New England” Walking the 3-mile Freedom Trail, Harvard Square, Commonwealth Avenue, or around Walden Pond Taking in fantastic live performances or relaxing in fun pubs and bars Like every For Dummies travel guide, Boston For Dummies, 4th Edition, includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages With this friendly guide, you’ll enjoy a Boston vacation that suits you, whether that’s exploring the old or celebrating the new.




Maui For Dummies


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From golden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and waterfalls to great golf, watersports, nightlife, and more, Maui is everyone’s idea of an island paradise. But with so much to do, where do you start? Luckily, this fun and friendly guide offers everything you need to make your tropical dreams come true: A rundown of the island’s top luxury resorts The best beaches to stake out your own little piece of paradise Great ideas for outdoor activities Wear to find a genuine luau Fun-filled itineraries for shopping, hiking, and more Like every For Dummies travel guide, Maui For Dummies, Second Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages




Europe For Dummies


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Europe offers some of the world’s most exciting cities, romantic landscapes, outstanding museums, important historic sights, renowned works of art, and awesome architectural wonders, plus great cuisine, incredible shopping, and all kinds of entertainment and nightlife. Odds are, you can’t do it all. Depending on your personal interests, this friendly guide helps you pick the right sites and make the most of your trip, with: Trip planning, including applying for passports; making reservations; dealing with trip insurance, health issues, and Customs; rail passes, train tickets, traveler’s checks, and more Detailed info on 15 of Europe’s most popular destinations: London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Vienna, Innsbruck, Prague, Naples, Florence, Venice, Madrid, Barcelona, and Athens Info on local customs, must-see attractions, and out-of-the-way gems, plus a little historical background to help you put the sites you’ll see in context Like every For Dummies travel guide, Europe For Dummies, 4th Edition helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you want to marvel at majestic cathedrals or go on a pub crawl in Dublin, have a 5-star meal in Paris or a picnic lunch amidst the ruins of a Mycenaean city overlooking the Mediterranean, take in museums and castles or hike the Alps, explore the historic (or prehistoric) sites or experience diverse nightlife, with Europe For Dummies, 4th Edition, you’re on your way to a fantastic European holiday.




CompTIA Linux+ / LPIC-1 Cert Guide


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This is the eBook version of the print title. Note that the eBook does not provide access to the practice test software that accompanies the print book. Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA Linux+ and LPIC-1 exam success with this CompTIA Authorized Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning and a CompTIA Authorized Platinum Partner. Master CompTIA Linux+ LX0-103/LX0-104 and LPIC-1 101 & 102 (Version 4) exam topics Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks Learn from bonus video mentoring on DVD from Pearson’s popular LPIC-1 101 and 102 LiveLessons CompTIA® Linux+ Cert Guide/LPIC-1 is a best-of-breed exam study guide. Long-time Linux insider Ross Brunson and Linux infrastructure expert Sean Walberg share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. The book also contains bonus video mentoring on DVD from Pearson’s popular LPIC-1 101 and 102 LiveLessons. Go to the back pages of your eBook for instructions on how to access the personal video mentoring content. Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA-authorized study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. The CompTIA-authorized study guide helps you master all the topics on the latest CompTIA Linux+ and LPIC-1 exams, including the following: Installing Linux The Boot Process Package Install and Management Basic Command Line Usage File Management Text Processing/Advanced Command Line Process Management Editing Text Partitions and Filesystems Permissions Customizing Shell Environments Shell Scripting Basic SQL Management Configuring User Interfaces and Desktops Managing Users and Groups Schedule and Automate Tasks Configuring Print and Email Services Logging and Time Services Networking Fundamentals Security