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Quickly get up to speed on your MacBook Pro This handy resource is not only visually appealing but offers excellent step-by-step guidance to your MacBook Pro. Following the illustrated instructions will empower you to accomplish everyday tasks quickly and easily. The book covers the basics such as powering on or shutting down the MacBook Pro and working on the Mac desktop with the new Mission Control and Launchpad--to downloading applications with the Mac App Store, running Windows applications, and more. Use this clear, visual guide and quickly learn the ins and outs of your MacBook Pro. Covers new hardware updates, Mac OS X Lion, iLife, iTunes, and more Shows you how to work on the desktop, configure widgets on the dashboard, run Windows applications, and do your own troubleshooting Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro offers fully illustrated instructions for learning how to use your MacBook Pro to its full potential.



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Brad Miser

Brad Miser has written extensively about technology, with his favorite topics being the amazing "i" devices, especially the iPhone and iPod touch, that make it possible to take our lives with us while we are on the move. Brad has written many books including: My iPhone, 6th Edition, including My iPod touch, 3rd Edition; Sams Teach Yourself Mac OS X Lion; Sams Teach Yourself iTunes 10 in 10 Minutes; and Sams Teach Yourself iCloud in 10 Minutes. He has also been an author, development editor, or technical editor for more than 50 other titles.Brad is or has been a sales support specialist, the director of product and customer services, and the manager of education and support services for several software development companies. Previously, he was the lead proposal specialist for an aircraft engine manufacturer, a development editor for a computer book publisher, and a civilian aviation test officer/engineer for the U.S. Army. Brad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo and has received advanced education in maintainability engineering, business, and other topics.



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