101 Reasons: To Switch to the Mac

You've seen lots of "how to" information...but 101 Reasons to Switch to a Mac offers the "why to"! Inside, instead of tech-talk and speed tests, 101 Reasons to Switch to the Mac offers true stories and unbiased advice from a long-time Windows user who, along with a million others in 2005, made the switch to a Mac.The chapters explore the benefits of working with a Mac, the power of the Mac OS X operating system, and the advantages of owning a computer that "just works." The comprehensive software guide recommends great applications that make short work of everyday tasks like surfing the web, ripping music, watching movies, retouching photos, laying out brochures, and much more. You'll also find pointers to great websites packed with resources for switchers and new Mac owners alike.Already a Mac user? This Short Cut makes the perfect gift for friends and family who haven't yet discovered the joy of switching. The next time a PC user says, "Give me one good reason to switch!" you'll be prepared...with 101 Reasons to Switch to a Mac.Here are just a few of the 101 reasons!Why Mac OS X is the World's Coolest OSYes, you can have it all—Macs Do WindowsPowerful Bundled Software has everything you’ll need or wantFind out why wireless networking is easier with a MacThe Macs fast performance makes it all worthwhileHow the Mac protects you from viruses and hackers1. It Just Works2. Ooohs and Aaahs3. Macs Are Better for Beginners4. Easy Setup5. Faster Boots6. Ready and Waiting7. Greater Stability8. Easy Software Installation9. The Apple Store10. They're Compatible11. Macs Do Windows12. .Mac ("Dot Mac")13. Easier Wireless Networking14. Protection from Viruses15. Protection from Hackers16. Productivity17. Intelligent Monitor Management18. Smoother Media Playback19. Accessible Software Authors20. Digital Photography Made Simple21. Do More with Your Media22. It Works Like an iPod23. Native PDFs24. Powerful Bundled Software25. Blazing Fast Performance26. The Value Question27. Switching Is Easy28. The MacBook29. The MacBook Pro30. iMac31. Mac mini32. iPods33. Mighty Mouse34. Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth35. Airport Extreme Wireless Networking36. Vista 2.0 Today?37. Unix Under the Hood38. The Mac OS X GUI39. The Dock40. Exposé41. Spotlight42. Dashboard43. Spaces44. Time Machine45. Alex46. Automator47. Smart Folders48. Auctions49. Backup50. Blogging51. Charting52. Chatting53. Creative Writing54. Customize Your Computer55. Databases56. Desktop Publishing57. Digital Photography58.