Are you new to the Macintosh experience and iLife? Or are you someone who wants to know the ins and outs of Apple's powerful media creation tools? Either way, you have come to right place iLife '11 Made Simple will guide you through the iLife apps and help you become a power user in no time. iLife '11 Made Simple lets you be creative with iPhoto, iDVD, iMovie, iWeb, and GarageBandfrom the initial welcome screen to the last menu item. Even though iTunes is not part of the retail package, it is an important part of the creation or sharing process and is coveredin this bookas well. You'll also learn how iLife apps work on iOS devices as well as how they work with iCloud. So, if you just want to learn how to create a basic movie, song or website, iLife '11 Made Simple is perfect for you. Want to become a media mogul in any of the covered applications? After reading this manual, you'll be swept into the creative process and be well on your way to creating or enhancing your next iLife masterpiece You already own the most powerful and easy-to-use computer in the known universe. With this guide in hand, you'll see how Apple appliesits magic to incredible software packages as well. What you'll learn Edit and share photos with iPhoto In-depth features of iDVD Simplify the arcane magic behind video editing with iMovie Easy web publishing with iWeb Make music or even get started learning an instrument with GarageBand Make the most of all the featuresof iTunes Who this book is for

Mac and iDevice users, whether new or experienced, who want to get the most out of their iLife '11 applications. Table of Contents Getting Around Your Digital Darkroom Setting Your Sights on iPhoto's Menus Getting Your Memories intothe Digital Darkroom Creating and Sharing Personalized Photo Keepsakes Faces and Places And Now...A slideshow Beginner DVD creation via iDVD iDVD workspace: The Widescreen Edition Burning Questions About iDVD Menus Welcome to Web Creation the iWeb Way When in Doubt in iWeb, Go to the Inspector Bookmark This Chapter on iWeb Menus Lights...Camera...Themes...iMovie Workspaces iMovie Advanced Features: The Inspector, Ken Burns Effect, andMore Calling the Shots on the iMovie Menus Rockin' Around the GarageBand Sidebar Fiddlin' with the Functions Around theGarageBand Workspace Help Composing YourSongs with Notes on GarageBand Menus Navigating iTunes viaIts Sidebar andWorkspace Views Getting media into and out ofiTunes iTunesEverything about the Workspace Except the Kitchen "Sync" How to Become an Efficient Media Mogul by Using the iTunes Menus iLife on the iPad A Glimpse into iCloud

Apple's products are known for their ease of use. However, a user needs a little guidance to get started or pointed in the right direction. This is where my guide comes in. I have taught many students, teachers and clients on how to navigate the Macintosh interface and the software they are using. If you want to learn how to use Parental Controls for your little ones, not sure if MobileMe is worth the extra expense or just want to learn about the best personal computer in the Universe - this book provides the answers The second section deals with iLife '11. If you never used iMovie, iPhoto, iDVD or are curious about Garageband - I highlight what every user should know to become a power user in no time