Mac OS X Leopard: The Missing Manual
by David Pogue
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Book Reviews of Mac OS X Leopard: The Missing Manual
Book Review: Excellent, even for power users
Summary: 4 Stars
I'm on page 119 of about 880 right now (I am reading it straight through), and I'm very impressed so far.
I wouldn't recommend this book to computing novices: the detail will overwhelm them. But for powerusers, or those who would like to become powerusers, it is suitable and informative. The book truly is a "missing manual" -- the best manual that could reasonably be expected, in fact.
I've been using Macs since the 1980s and OS X since the year it came out, but I'm still finding lots of new tips and tricks in this book. For instance, in a long sidebar on page 119, Pogue discusses the syntax of using Spotlight's "raw query" language in terminal and in the Spotlight window. It's great that he went through the trouble to document this feature, with examples. It's not so much that many people will use that feature, but rather that Pogue wants to cover all the bases, and he does so effectively without getting too bogged down.
I'm looking forward to continuing to learn from this book.
Book Review: Invaluable
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been a M/S DOS and Windows user for almost 20 years and very comfortable with how those operating systems function. I purchased this book with the hopes it would help me figure out how the heck to make my new Mac Pro work like putty in my hands and I couldn't have made a better decision. I suggest reading a few chapters before you even switch to a Mac so you will have a basic understanding of how it will function, it is different and there is a learning curve. Make sure you have a bright highlighter pen handy to highlight keyboard shortcuts and key points so it will be easy to look back and make your experience a smooth one. This book is huge (over 800 pages) but the reading is easy and fun. I can't imagine having my computer without it at this point, it's that good.
Here's a tip... if the mouse locks up or some other issue crops up where you can only use the keyboard there is a reference in the back section of the book to navigate by keyboard only to do everything from logging out to shutting down.
Book Review: Imagine- a computer manual that's a great read!
Summary: 5 Stars
Having enjoyed David Pogue's technology columns at the NY Times, I picked up this book to help me master Mac OS X Leopard operating system. It has been a real pleasure having David Pogue and his team guiding me through this extensive upgrade. He covers every conceivable topic with great clarity, all the while mixing in a delightful array of self depreciating jokes. Whether it is reviewing Leopard's 300 new features, learning how to make smart folders in finder or figuring out how to fax a document, or set up a home network Pogue guides you through the learning process with clear prose and a liberal dose of humor. I like this 900 page tome so much that I've started turning to random chapters just to see what I will stumble upon. Over the past week I've managed to become acquainted with various corners of the software I never would have encountered without David's encouraging and humorous approach to working with technology. I highly recommend this book for both beginners and more experienced users.Book Review: An essential for Leopard users
Summary: 5 Stars
I received a new iMac for Christmas and bought David's book to act as a reference for Leopard. I'm not disappointed. First, I'm a fan of David's iTunes video podcast and especially enjoyed "iPhone, the Musical" and I'm a further fan of the "missing manual" series. I figured I could not go wrong. While Leopard is intuitive, there are some nuances that are best discovered through a book like this. In less than a week with my new iMac, David's book has helped me discover several interesting and important techniques for getting the most from Leopard. The book is well-written, has a detailed index and delivers a lot of bang for the buck. I am enjoying browsing through it and appreciate how quickly I can flip to the index to find a fast answer. I've not had a single question that could not be easily answered by this book in just a minute or two. For these reasons, I'm happy to give the book five stars.Book Review: Mac OS X Leopard "The Missing Manual" should be included by Mac.
Summary: 5 Stars
A great book -- I can't imagine anything better -- and yes, it is missing from the OS X Leopard, but hey -- Apple only charged $129 for this product, while the book would add significantly (at least percentage wise) to this price, and many wouldn't need this book even if included. But it is necessary for a newbie like me.
And note that there are other "Missing Manuals" in this series supporting Mac products. For example I already have their iMovie '08 & iDVD manual, and also their iPhoto '08 - a separate manual all by itself. These are all by David Pogue, and are products of O'Reilly Media of Canada. Maybe there are more, and I'll look for them when I get a min. David Pogue BYW is the technology columnist for the New York Times, and an Emmy-winning CBS correspondent besides being the creator of the Missing Manual series.