Macworld Os 9 Bible

If Mac OS 9 can do it, you can do it too ? From its Sherlock 2 search engine to its voiceprint passwords, Apple's new operating system is packed with ingenious features that make your life easier. This all-in-one guide explains how to make the most of OS 9's capabilities, whether you're a Mac veteran or you just bought your first iMac. So let Mac experts Lon Poole and Todd Stauffer take you on a grand tour of this amazing OS ? and show you step-by-step how to maximize your Mac! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Mac OS 9

• Master Mac OS fundamentals, from the desktop and Finder to the Internet and e-mail
• Find out about new Mac OS 9 interface changes ? including using the Control Pad and customizing the Finder for multiple users
• Harness Sherlock 2 to make online research ? and shopping ? a snap
• Create personalized desktops for every member in your household, class, or workgroup
• Protect your privacy with encryption, voice recognition, and other beefed-up security features
• Share files and create your own customized network over the Internet
• Use AppleScripts to automate operations and even work on your Mac remotely
• Take your Mac's video, sound, and recording capabilities to the max
• Tackle problems yourself with the new enhanced and updated troubleshooting guide