It's little wonder that longtime Windows users are migrating in droves to the new Mac. They're fed up with the virus-prone Windows way of life, and they're lured by Apple's well-deserved reputation for producing great all-around computers that are reliable, user-friendly, well designed, and now--with the $500 Mac mini--extremely affordable, too.

Whether you're drawn to the Mac's stability, its stunning digital media suite, or the fact that a whole computer can look and feel as slick as your iPod, you can quickly and easily become a Mac convert. But consider yourself warned: a Mac isn't just a Windows machine in a prettier box; it's a whole different animal and a whole new computing experience.

If you're contemplating--or have already made--the switch from a Windows PC to a Mac, you need "Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Tiger Edition," This incomparable guide delivers what Apple doesn't: everything you need to know to successfully and painlessly move to a Mac.

The latest reprint of this book has been updated to reflect the new generation of Mac models that run on Intel chips. There's even a new appendix that guides you through the installation of Windows XP on your Macintosh (using adapter software like Boot Camp or Parallels), so that you have the best of all worlds: a single, beautiful machine that can run 100 percent of the world's desktop software. (Note to people who've already bought the book: This appendix is available as a free PDF download from missingmanuals.com.)

Missing Manual series creator and bestselling author David Pogue teams up with 17-year-old whiz kid and founder of GoldfishSoft (www.goldfishsoft.com) Adam Goldstein to cover every aspect ofswitching to a Mac--things like transferring email, files, and addresses from a PC to a Mac; getting acquainted with the Mac's interface; adapting to Mac versions of familiar programs (including Microsoft Office); setting up a network to share files with PCs and Macs; and using the printers, scanners, and other peripherals you already own.

Covering the latest in Mac OS X v.10.4 "Tiger," "Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Tiger Edition" explains the hundreds of innovative new features to the Mac OS and how you can understand and make the very most of each.

Whether you're a novice or a power user, "Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Tiger Edition," teaches you how to smoothly and seamlessly replace (or supplement) your Windows machine--in a refreshingly funny and down-to-earth style--with a mighty Mac.

Presented in a recipe-based format, you are led step-by-step through each aspect of CodeIgniter, allowing you to dip in and out as you choose. CodeIgniter 2 Cookbook is for intermediate to advanced PHP developers who want to begin using the powerful CodeIgniter framework to create web applications. Familiarity with CodeIgniter isn't essential, but it will be useful if you have been introduced to the framework before.

Have more fun and get more done with your Mac!

Now you can get the most out of your Mac, whether itAnd#39;s an iMac, MacBook, or Mac mini. How to Do Everything: Mac shows you how to set up and customize your Mac and use all of the built-in tools and applications, such as iTunes, Mail, Safari, and the iLife and iWork suites. The revolutionary new features available in Mac OS X Leopard are also covered, such as Quick Look, Time Machine, and Spaces. Plus, youAnd#39;ll get details on hardware and peripherals, networking, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This is your must-have Mac guide!Manage files, folders, and applications with the FinderConnect to the Internet and explore with SafariUse iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentationsEdit, organize, and share your pictures with iPhotoMaster iTunes and iMovie for music, video, and moviesTweak the System PreferencesSynchronize your Mac with your iPod, PDA, or cell phoneSet up a wired or wireless network Dual-boot between Mac OS X and WindowsAdd external devices via USB and FireWireTroubleshoot, maintain, and back up your Mac

There is no product on the planet that enjoys the devotion of a Macintosh computer. Famously dedicated to their machines, many Mac fans eat, sleep, and breathe Macintosh. The Cult of Mac is the first book about Macintosh culture, arguably the largest distinct subculture in computing. Written by Wired News managing editor Leander Kahney, The Cult of Mac is an in-depth look at Mac users and their unique, creative, and often very funny culture. Like fans of a football team or a rock group, Macintosh fans have their own customs, with clearly defined obsessions, rites and passages. From people who get Mac tattoos and haircuts, to those who furnish their apartments with empty Mac boxes, this book details Mac fandom in all of its forms. The paperback edition includes an all-new chapter about the iPod, updates throughout, and new photos that reflect current Apple technology.

Get full coverage of Apples hot new suite of fun, creative tools for making movies, photos, dvds and custom music in one volume! Now you can see how easy it is to make your own customized digital creations using iMovie, iPhoto, iDVD, and iTunes with help from this detailed, results-oriented guide.

Master the World's #1 Personal Finance Software!

Reach your financial goals by learning to maximize Quicken 2002 Deluxe for Macintosh. Completely up-to-date, this Intuit-endorsed resource provides coverage of the newest product tools, as well as the full array of features that make Quicken the top-selling personal finance software. Loaded with screen shots and worksheets, this thoughtfully-organized guide, which covers Quicken 2002 Deluxe for both Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X, will help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Manage your spending, savings, budgeting, banking, and more. Save time and money, plan financial goals, and organize and track investments with this official guide to this powerful time- and money-saving software.

Inside, you'll find out how to: Learn to use all the new features in Quicken 2002Get stock quotes and securities newsFollow investments and track your portfolio securely on the WebSchedule transactions and alerts to plan proactively for upcoming and recurring paymentsStreamline your banking, bill-paying, and investment transaction tracking with online automationManage important monthly expenses like home mortgage, car loan, and insuranceBalance your checkbookGet your taxes done more quickly--and maybe even reduce your taxes!Achieve all your financial goals with helpful insights from Quicken.com

This latest edition will help you:

Enhance your productivity by freeing yourself from the drudgery of tasks in the Finder

Automate the Finder and third-party applications, including: FileMaker Pro; QuarkXPress; Microsoft Excel; HyperCard; Microsoft Word; WordPerfect; MacWrite Pro; TouchBase;

Customize your own system and give your scripts professional polish

Rely on OSA (Open Scripting Architecture) infrastructure to provide a consistent scripting foundation for applications and accommodate future scripting systems

Get a head start today learning all the powerful tools of your Macintosh, and be well-positioned to take advantage of the amazing application and system software technologies yet to come.

"The Complete HyperCard Handbook" is your best choice for learning and mastering HyperCard whether you are a professional or a beginner.

Macintosh products expert Danny Goodman introduces HyperCard 2.2's powerful new features to you.

AppleScript support; Improved user interface design elements; Enhanced HyperTalk scripting language; Convenient Color Tools for applications design; Creating double-clickable applications

And shares his experience: using HyperCard for multimedia applications; debugging HyperTalk scripts; applying Apple events; using AppleScript with a multiuser FileMaker database

Netscape has captured the lion's share of the Web browser market. Its advanced features make it the premier Internet navigation tool you can use. The Macintosh is ideally suited to take advantage of the features of Web browser like Netscape since most Macs are already set up to run the basic capabilities that you will need including graphics and sound.
This book will show you how to set up and configure Netscape, as well as a variety of other Web Browsers for the Macintosh, including NCSA MacMosaic, PLUSMosaic, MacWeb, and NetShark.
As well as providing an up-to-date snapshot of some of the best web sites around, the author also includes an introduction to Netscape 2.0 for the Macintosh and illustrates some of its powerful new features.

MacMath is a scientific toolkit for the Macintosh computer consisting of 12 graphics programs. It supports mathematical computation and experimentation in dynamical systems, both for differential equations and for iteration. MacMath addresses differential equations and iteration such as: analyser, diffeq, phase plane, diffeq 3D views, numerical methods, periodic differential equations, cascade, 2D iteration, eigenfinder, jacobidraw, fourier, planets. These versatile programs greatly enhance the understanding of the mathematics in these topics. This new edition includes the latest version of the MacMath diskette, 9.2.