This document provides an introduction to Mac OS, debunking common myths and describing the basic components and concepts. It discusses that while Macs have less available software than PCs, there are alternatives and many programs have been converted. Macs are also not necessarily more expensive than PCs when considering quality. The document then outlines some advantages of Macs like one-stop shop integration and industrial design, and disadvantages like less vendor options and unfamiliarity. It proceeds to describe the basic components of Macs like the keyboard, mouse, and desktop concepts.

1. INTRODUCTION TO MAC OS
Presented by the Carson City LibraryDigital Learning Center - @Two

2. LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Mac Myths Debunked!
 Body of the Mac
 Mac keyboard and mouse.
 Basic concepts (Desktop)


3. MYTHS ABOUT MACS
Myth

Debunked
Less Software
 True,
but….
There are other
alternatives and now
many programs that
have been converted
 Use Bootcamp which
gives you the option of
the Mac or Windows
platform on your Mac


4. MYTHS ABOUT MACS
Myth

Macs are too expenses
Debunked
 Quality
of your
computer
 Cost the same as PC

5. MYTHS ABOUT MACS
Myth

The MAC won’t last
Debunked
10 years ago….
 Gained in popularity
 On the rise, half of
purchaser are PC
users.


6. MAC VERSES WINDOWS
Advantages
Disadvantages
One-stop shop
(vertical integration)
 Excellence in
industrial design
 High quality and
unique products
 Compatibility


More option from
more vendors
 Unfamiliar

7. THE COMPONENTS OF THE MAC
Let’s look at the backside!
USB
Head
phones

8. THE KEYBOARD!
Special Features
brightness
Missio
n
Control
comman
d
pause, play,
fastforward,
rewind
mute
volum
e
eject
command
Arrows

9. THE MOUSE: WHERE IS THE
SCROLL WHEEL? OR THE RIGHT
AND LEFT CLICK?
Point
Forwar
d
Palm
Rest

10. LET’S TALK ABOUT THE DESKTOP
Different
terminology
Different icons
Different Locations
Fun & exciting programs