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Geared toward those who are already know the Mac OS basics, Mac OS 8.5 Bible is a huge tome containing all the Mac help-desk advice and tricks that you'll be likely to need. The guide starts off with a brief section on the improvements that can be found in this new version of the operating system. While 8.5 is not a major upgrade, there are some enhancements to the interface and Internet and networking capabilities that are worthwhile to note. Next, the author gets you started on the basics of using the OS--opening, closing, and moving documents; using fonts and typography; using the Internet and e-mail--and shows you how to customize your desktop. After this sizable introduction, the book ventures into more advanced territory, showing you how to do simple networking, employ AppleScript for automating tasks, create compound documents, and more. A chapter on the Accessory programs that come with the Mac is handy--especially the part that reveals some other low-cost software utilities that can help maximize the performance of your system. The author also throws in a large collection of timesaving tips and tricks. The tome closes with a section that explains installment and helps you assess whether your system requirements can handle an installation of OS 8.5 or if you should stick with an earlier version--information that may be helpful to know a little earlier on in the text. Overall, this is a fine reference that should be shelved right next to your Mac. --Cristina Vaamonde
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