macOS Ventura For Dummies

Learn the ins and outs of macOS Ventura

macOS Ventura For Dummies is packed with all the information you need on this latest version of macOS. With expert tips, tricks, and troubleshooting ideas, it’s the trusted guide for those new to Mac computers and those upgrading their systems. Learn how to organize your files, ensure that your data is secure, work more efficiently, and take advantage of the newest features. Dummies helps you navigate the interface, use helpful shortcuts, and beyond—the easy way.

• Explore the features of macOS Ventura and get things done with ease
• Find out how to locate files, open and close programs, and customize the OS
• Troubleshoot common problems and keep your system running smoothly
• Make sure your data is secure and your computer is hacker-proof

This is the perfect Dummies guide for first-time macOS users, as well as people who are upgrading their systems and need a reference.

Guy Hart-Davis is author or coauthor of various technology books, including iPhone For Dummies and Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 14.

Introduction 1

Part 1: macOS Basics 5

Chapter 1: macOS Ventura 101 (Prerequisites: None) 7

Chapter 2: Desktop and Windows and Menus (Oh My!) 21

Chapter 3: What’s Up, Dock? 43

Chapter 4: Getting to Know Finder and Its Desktop 61

Chapter 5: Delving Even Deeper into Ventura’s Desktop and Finder 93

Chapter 6: Having It Your Way 105

Part 2: Getting Things Done 125

Chapter 7: Opening and Saving Files 127

Chapter 8: File and Folder Management Made Easy 151

Chapter 9: Eight Terrific Time-Saving Tools 165

Chapter 10: Organizing Your Life 195

Chapter 11: Maps Are Where It’s At 217

Chapter 12: Apps Born in iOS 229

Part 3: Getting Along with Others 241

Chapter 13: (Inter)Networking 243

Chapter 14: Dealing with People 261

Chapter 15: Communicating with Mail and Messages 273

Chapter 16: Sharing Your Mac and Liking It 299

Part 4: Getting Creative 327

Chapter 17: The Musical Mac 329

Chapter 18: The Multimedia Mac 343

Chapter 19: Publish or Perish: Creating Documents and Printing 355

Part 5: Care and Feeding 377

Chapter 20: Features for the Way You Work 379

Chapter 21: Safety First: Backups and Other Security Issues 409

Chapter 22: Utility Chest 425

Chapter 23: Troubleshooting macOS 437

Part 6: The Part of Tens 447

Chapter 24: Ten Ways to Speed Up Your Mac Experience 449

Chapter 25: Ten Great Websites for Mac Freaks 457

Index 463

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