MacBook Air (M1 2020) Complete Guide


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The Complete Beginner to Expert Guide to Maximizing your MacBook Air (M1 2020).Are you looking for a comprehensive user manual that will help you SETUP and MASTER your MacBook Air? Are you looking for a manual that will expose you to all the amazing features of your device and MacOS Big Sur? Then get your hands on this book and have an amazing time using your device.The MacBook Air with M1 delivers performance boosts of up to 3.5x over the previous Intel models. Graphics are up to 5x faster, and the solid-state drive (SSD) inside is up to 2x faster. It does all of this with no fan as well - yes, there's no fan inside the MacBook Air. Just the M1 system-on-a-chip, which consists of an 8-core CPU, neural engine core and up to an 8-core GPU.There is a lot to love in Apple's latest MacBook Air. This book is written in simple and clear terms, with a step-by-step approach that will help you to master your MacBook Pro with 2020 MacOS Big Sur within the shortest period of time. Here is a preview of the topics in this guide: -Take a tour of your new MacBook Air-How to Get Started-Use MacBook Air with other Devices-Apps included with your Mac-What's in the menu bar on Mac?-How to search with Spotlight on Mac-Customize the Dock-See and organize your files in the Finder on Mac-Use Launchpad to view and open apps on Mac-How to manage windows -Use apps in Split View -Install and uninstall apps from the internet or disc on Mac-Customize your Mac with System Preferences-Use your internet accounts-Use accessibility features on Mac-Set up users, guests, and groups-Create and work with documents-Dictate your messages and documents -Set a different keyboard dictation shortcut-Back up your files with Time Machine -Create an Apple ID on Mac-Sign in to a new device or browser with two-factor authentication-Use iCloud Drive to store documents on your Mac-Set up Family Sharing on Mac-View and download purchases made by other family members-Use Continuity to work across Apple devices-Use your iPad as a second display for your Mac-Unlock your Mac and approve requests with Apple Watch-Listen to podcasts on Mac-Read books in Books on Mac-Customize your Game Center account-Manage passwords using keychains on Mac-And so much more!Scroll up and click BUY WITH 1-CLICK to add this book to your library.




Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro


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Clear instructions to help visual learners get started with their MacBook Pro Covering all the essential information you need to get up to speed with your MacBook Pro, this new edition provides you with the most up-to-date information on performing everyday tasks quickly and easily. From basics such as powering on or shutting down the MacBook Pro to more advanced tasks such as running Windows applications, this visual guide provides the help and support you need to confidently use your MacBook Pro to its full potential. Empowers you to perform everyday tasks quickly and easily Covers new hardware updates, the latest version of OS X, troubleshooting, iCloud, FaceTime, and more Walks you through working on the Mac desktop with Mission Control and Launchpad Explains how to download applications from the Mac App Store Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro, Second Edition is an ideal, fully illustrated guide for learning how to make the most of all your MacBook Pro has to offer.




React and React Native


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Use React and React Native to build applications for desktop browsers, mobile browsers, and even as native mobile apps About This Book Build React and React Native applications using familiar component concepts Dive deep into each platform, from routing in React to creating native mobile applications that can run offline Use Facebook's Relay, React and GraphQL technologies, to create a unified architecture that powers both web and native applications Who This Book Is For This book is written for any JavaScript developer—beginner or expert—who wants to start learning how to put both of Facebook's UI libraries to work. No knowledge of React is needed, though a working knowledge of ES2015 will help you follow along better. What You Will Learn Craft reusable React components Control navigation using the React Router to help keep your UI in sync with URLs Build isomorphic web applications using Node.js Use the Flexbox layout model to create responsive mobile designs Leverage the native APIs of Android and iOS to build engaging applications with React Native Respond to gestures in a way that's intuitive for the user Use Relay to build a unified data architecture for your React UIs In Detail React and React Native allow you to build cross-platform desktop and mobile applications using Facebook's innovative UI libraries. Combined with the Flux data architecture and Relay, you can now create powerful and feature-complete applications from just one code base! This book is split into three parts. The first part shows you how to start crafting composable UIs using React, from rendering with JSX and creating reusable components through to routing and creating isomorphic applications that run on Node. We then move on to showing you how to take the concepts of React and apply them to building Native UIs using React Native. You'll find out how to build responsive and streamlined UIs that can properly handle user interactions in a mobile environment. You'll also learn how to access device-specific APIs such as the geolocation API, and how to handle offline development with React Native. Finally, we'll tie all of these skills together and shows you how you can create React applications that run on every major platform. As well as understanding application state in depth, you'll learn how to leverage Relay to make feature-complete, data-driven web and native mobile applications. Style and approach Split into three major sections to help organize your learning, this hands-on, code-first book will help you get up to speed with React and React Native—the UI framework that powers Netflix, Yahoo, and Facebook.




Apple 2020 MacBook Air User Guide


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The Complete Beginner to Expert Guide to Maximizing your 2020 MacBook Air.Are you looking for a comprehensive user manual that will help you SETUP and MASTER your MacBook Air? Are you looking for a manual that will expose you to all the amazing features of your device and 2020 MacOS Catalina 10.15? Then get your hands on this book and have an amazing time using your device.Apple updated the MacBook Air in a major way in mid-March 2020. While it may look like the previous version on the surface, dig a little deeper and you'll see it's the most significant upgrade since the 2018 redesign, offering buyers much more interesting customization options.The third iteration of the 'new' MacBook Air design finally nails every area well enough to make this the best MacBook for most people. The keyboard is the star of the show here, Yep, that's right. Apple ditched the disastrous butterfly keyboard for its Magic Keyboard and all I can say is: thank goodness. Even with all these new features, Apple still managed to keep the starting price at a relatively affordable $999. The MacBook Air (2020) comes with all the right improvements without sacrificing the best features of the previous version.Apple didn't reinvent the MacBook Air on the outside. But the 2020 model does have some exciting improvements under the hood. There's a 10th-generation processor, and double the base storage.There is0a lot to love in Apple's latest MacBook Air. This book is written in simple and clear terms, with a step-by-step approach that will help you to master your MacBook Air with 2020 MacOS Catalina 10.15 within the shortest period of time. Here is a preview of the topics in this guide: -Take a tour of your new MacBook Air-How to Get Started-Use MacBook Air with other Devices-Apps included with your Mac-What's in the menu bar on Mac?-How to search with Spotlight on Mac-Customize the Dock-See and organize your files in the Finder on Mac-Use Launchpad to view and open apps on Mac-How to manage windows -Use apps in Split View -Install and uninstall apps from the internet or disc on Mac-Customize your Mac with System Preferences-Use your internet accounts-Use accessibility features on Mac-Set up users, guests, and groups-Create and work with documents-Dictate your messages and documents -Set a different keyboard dictation shortcut-Back up your files with Time Machine -Create an Apple ID on Mac-Sign in to a new device or browser with two-factor authentication-Use iCloud Drive to store documents on your Mac-Set up Family Sharing on Mac-View and download purchases made by other family members-Use Continuity to work across Apple devices-Use your iPad as a second display for your Mac-Unlock your Mac and approve requests with Apple Watch-Listen to podcasts on Mac-Read books in Books on Mac-Customize your Game Center account-Manage passwords using keychains on Mac-And so much more!Scroll up and click BUY WITH 1-CLICK to add this book to your library.




MacBook Air 2020: Learning the Essentials Made Simple


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Are you having trouble with your pc and you feel like you need to change it soon? Or do you plan on upgrading your current laptop into a new one and now you are in the process of picking eligible replacements for your old one? One of the biggest problems that you can face in this process would be not knowing which one would suit you the most. There are hundreds, if not thousands of different laptops out there that you can check out to replace your pc. Or if you happen to be a first-time buyer looking for their first laptop, then this should apply too. You do not know which to get because everything seems good and you do not know which one would be best for you. On the other hand, you also are not sure which would be the one that is worth your money. In this line, you want to be able to make sure that you will be getting something that is equally nice and what functional and sleek looking. The MacBook air 2020 is what you are looking for. This is the perfect gadget to buy and if you are thinking about getting one for yourself, then you might as well make sure that you are going to get to know it better. This book will be all about the MacBook Air 2020 and thus, you will be able to get to know more about it in the process.




Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro & MacBook Air


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Get up to speed with your new MacBook Pro or MacBook Air faster than you thought possible In Teach Yourself VISUALLY: MacBook Pro & MacBook Air, technology educator extraordinaire and bestselling author Guy Hart-Davis delivers a highly illustrated and easy-to-follow guide to using your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air with macOS Monterey. In the book, you’ll get up and running quickly whether you’re brand new to computers or just transitioning from an older Mac or a PC. With the graphics-driven approach used successfully by tens of thousands of readers of the Teach Yourself VISUALLY series, you see exactly what each step of instruction should look like on your own screen and can follow—step-by-step—through the installation process, file management, email, and messaging, and much more. You’ll also: Become expert with the latest macOS version—Monterey—and the newest features that enable you to make the most of your MacBook and the Internet Learn exactly how to handle the most common and useful everyday tasks you need to get stuff done Glean valuable customization tips to make your MacBook work just the way you prefer Teach Yourself VISUALLY: MacBook Pro & MacBook Air skips confusing tech jargon in favor of clear pictures, simple instructions, and stepwise guidance that will give you a flying start to using your new MacBook, regardless of your experience level.




Exploring Apple Mac - MacOS Sonoma Edition


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We've all been there before, glaring at a computer screen with no idea what to do - don't worry Exploring Apple Mac is here to help. Written by best-selling technology author, lecturer, and computer trainer Kevin Wilson, Exploring Apple Mac is packed with over 450 pages of full color screenshots, illustrations, helpful tips, and easy to follow instructions along with a growing library of video demos and tutorials. Updated to cover the Sonoma release of MacOS, Exploring Apple Mac will help you understand the fundamentals of your Mac. You'll learn how to: Upgrade your Mac to Sonoma and explore new features such as Desktop Widgets, Video Conferencing Enhancements, and Safari Profiles Find your way around the desktop, dock, finder, and launchpad in MacOS Sonoma Master touch gestures, trackpads and the magic mouse to get around your Mac Use Notification Centre, Handoff, Spaces, Control Center, Universal Control, and Universal Clipboard in MacOS Organising files and folders in Finder in MacOS Browse the web with the Safari Web Browser safely and efficiently in MacOS Keep in touch with friends and family using email, iMessage, and FaceTime video chat on your mac Set important appointments with Calendar Keep the people you correspond with in the Contacts app Set yourself reminders and 'to-do' lists Check the weather on your mac Record voice memos Download countless apps from the App Store on your mac Catch up with your favourite podcasts and the latest news Read ebooks on your mac Find your way around with the Maps App, get directions, create guides, explore places in 3D, and use the interactive globe Use the clock app to set alarms, timers, and world clocks Stream music with Apple Music, buy tracks & albums from iTunes Store Stream TV programs & movies with the Apple TV App Getting started with Pages, Keynote and Numbers on your Mac Using iCloud storage on your Mac Use time machine to back up your data stored on your Mac Get to know Siri in MacOS Use the photos app to store and enhance your photos Create slideshows, photo albums and use iMovie to edit your home movies and more... Finally, system updates and maintenance tips to help you keep your Mac running smoothly complete this invaluable guide. So order yourself a copy today, and keep it handy as you make your way around the new OS. We want to create the best possible resource to help you, so if we've missed anything out then please get in touch using [email protected] and let us know. Thanks.




Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro and MacBook Air


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The visual learner’s ultimate guide to the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and macOS Catalina Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook is your ultimate guide to getting up and running quickly with your new MacBook Pro or MacBook Air! Whether you’re new to computers or transitioning from a PC, this graphics-heavy guide will show you everything you need to know to get the most out of your new laptop. Clear, step-by-step instructions walk you through each task, with screenshots that help you follow along with confidence. You’ll learn how to manage files, work with macOS software, organize photos and media, set up email, access the internet, and adjust settings and preferences to make your MacBook work the way you work. You’ll also explore the features that bring computing to a whole new level, including iCloud, FaceTime, the App Store, and so much more! The Mac has long inspired a legion of loyal fans, and you’re about to find out why. From sleek design to intuitive interface, to an OS that just works, Apple has cornered the market on the high-end computing experience. The MacBook makes sublime computing portable, and this book shows you how to take advantage of all that your MacBook has to offer. MacOS Catalina gives you more of everything you love about Mac. Prepare yourself to experience music, TV, and podcasts in newly designed Mac apps. You can now enjoy your favorite iPad apps on Mac, and even extend your workspace and expand your creativity with iPad and Apple Pencil. Packed with new features and updates to the apps Apple users love, you can now take everything you do up the next level. Get acquainted with the latest macOS version Cataline, and its new features Perform everyday tasks quickly and easily Customize preferences and settings to suit your needs Download new apps, video chat, save to the cloud, and much more! No confusing tech-speak, no vague instructions, and no complex tangents into obscure tasks. This friendly guide is packed with screenshots, easy-to-follow instructions, and a practical sensibility; you’re not launching the space shuttle, you just want to open your email. If you’re ready to explore all that your MacBook can do, Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook is your ideal companion.




Take Control of Sequoia


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Get up to speed quickly with macOS 15! Version 1.1, published September 16, 2024 macOS 15 Sequoia is one of Apple's most ambitious updates in years. Along with the usual range of new features, it introduces Apple Intelligence, which will permeate many parts of the system and fundamentally change the sorts of things you can do with your Mac and how you do them. This book is your complete guide to what's new in Sequoia—and what Apple has planned for future updates, too. Sequoia is an unusual release in that the first version (15.0) has only a fraction of its promised features. Version 15.1, which appears to be on track to ship not long thereafter, will bring with it the first tranche of Apple Intelligence capabilities, and even more will roll out over the coming months. Joe Kissell tells you everything you need to know, including a thorough walk-through of the upgrade process. You'll learn about new window tiling features, iPhone mirroring, videoconferencing tools, the much-discussed Passwords app, how Siri is becoming more powerful, new ways of formatting messages in the Messages app, additional features in Notes, and much more. This book teaches you things like: • How to tell whether your Mac is compatible with Sequoia • Steps you should take before upgrading • How to perform an in-place upgrade—or do a clean install and migrate your old data from a backup • What's new in the System Settings app • Using new Safari 18 features, such as page highlights, a redesigned Reader view, a tool to remove distracting page elements, and a new video viewer • What Apple Intelligence can do in macOS 15.1 (including Siri changes, writing tools, and image generation) and what's coming later (for example, ChatGPT features) • The many ways you can now tile your windows, and how to turn off the annoying bits • What the new Passwords app can and can't do (and why it probably won't replace your current password manager) • Using the new iPhone Mirroring app to interact with your iPhone right on your Mac's screen • How to enhance video calls (using apps like FaceTime, Zoom, or Slack) with background replacement and better screen sharing controls • Ways to format text and add animations in Messages, plus smart replies, scheduled replies, and emoji or sticker tapbacks • New ways to use Notes, including new text formatting options, transcription of live audio, collapsible sections, and text highlighting • How to use Math Notes for calculations without a calculator or spreadsheet (and not just in the Notes app) • Small but interesting changes throughout macOS, such as accessibility improvements and new capabilities for AirPods • Improvements to bundled apps, including Calculator, Calendar, Freeform, Home, Mail, Maps, Photos, and Weather Joe plans to update this book several times in the coming months to reflect the ongoing changes in Sequoia.




Hands-on Site Reliability Engineering


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A comprehensive guide with basic to advanced SRE practices and hands-on examples. KEY FEATURES ● Demonstrates how to execute site reliability engineering along with fundamental concepts. ● Illustrates real-world examples and successful techniques to put SRE into production. ● Introduces you to DevOps, advanced techniques of SRE, and popular tools in use. DESCRIPTION Hands-on Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) brings you a tailor-made guide to learn and practice the essential activities for the smooth functioning of enterprise systems, right from designing to the deployment of enterprise software programs and extending to scalable use with complete efficiency and reliability. The book explores the fundamentals around SRE and related terms, concepts, and techniques that are used by SRE teams and experts. It discusses the essential elements of an IT system, including microservices, application architectures, types of software deployment, and concepts like load balancing. It explains the best techniques in delivering timely software releases using containerization and CI/CD pipeline. This book covers how to track and monitor application performance using Grafana, Prometheus, and Kibana along with how to extend monitoring more effectively by building full-stack observability into the system. The book also talks about chaos engineering, types of system failures, design for high-availability, DevSecOps and AIOps. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn the best techniques and practices for building and running reliable software. ● Explore observability and popular methods for effective monitoring of applications. ● Workaround SLIs, SLOs, Error Budgets, and Error Budget Policies to manage failures. ● Learn to practice continuous software delivery using blue/green and canary deployments. ● Explore chaos engineering, SRE best practices, DevSecOps and AIOps. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book caters to experienced IT professionals, application developers, software engineers, and all those who are looking to develop SRE capabilities at the individual or team level. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Understand the World of IT 2. Introduction to DevOps 3. Introduction to SRE 4. Identify and Eliminate Toil 5. Release Engineering 6. Incident Management 7. IT Monitoring 8. Observability 9. Key SRE KPIs: SLAs, SLOs, SLIs, and Error Budgets 10. Chaos Engineering 11. DevSecOps and AIOps 12. Culture of Site Reliability Engineering