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OS X Basics

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Whether you're new to OS X or just want to brush up on the basics, this tutorial will cover the most important things you'll need to know. We'll show you how to create folders, work with files, adjust settings, and much more.

UPDATE: Apple released OS X Yosemite on October 16, 2014. For more info, check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

Using OS X

  • 1

    All About OS X

  • 2

    Navigating OS X

    lesson contents
    • Getting started with OS X

    • Working with applications

    • Shutting down your computer

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    • Getting Started with the Desktop

      Learn about the dock, menu bar, opening files and apps, launchpad, and multi-touch gestures.

      04:57427 views
    • Using the Dock

      Learn how to use and customize the Dock by reorganizing it, adding or deleting items, and changing settings.

      03:40255 views
  • 3

    Working with Files

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    • File basics

    • Moving and deleting files

    • Selecting multiple files

    • Shortcuts

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    • Working with Files and Folders

      Learn the basics of working with files, including how to open files, how to move files into folders, how to delete files and more.

      03:40362 views
  • 4

    Finding Files on Your Computer

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    • Finding Files on Your Computer

      Learn some different techniques that you can use to find your files.

      02:48291 views
  • 5

    Common Computer Tasks

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    • Introduction

    • Right-clicking the mouse

    • Cut, copy, and paste

    • Undoing changes

  • 6

    Adjusting Your Settings

  • 7

    Understanding User Accounts

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    • Understanding User Accounts

      Learn to create and manage separate user accounts for each person using your computer.

      02:52560 views
  • 8

    Keyboard Shortcuts in OS X

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    • Keyboard Shortcuts

      03:0313,939 views

Extras

  • Opening Files with Different Applications

  • Working with Flash Drives

  • Troubleshooting Common Problems

  • More Resources

Using OS X

  • Getting Started with the Desktop

    04:57427 views

    Learn about the dock, menu bar, opening files and apps, launchpad, and multi-touch gestures.

  • Using the Dock

    03:40255 views

    Learn how to use and customize the Dock by reorganizing it, adding or deleting items, and changing settings.

  • Working with Files and Folders

    03:40362 views

    Learn the basics of working with files, including how to open files, how to move files into folders, how to delete files and more.

  • Finding Files on Your Computer

    02:48291 views

    Learn some different techniques that you can use to find your files.

  • Understanding User Accounts

    02:52560 views

    Learn to create and manage separate user accounts for each person using your computer.

  • Keyboard Shortcuts

    03:0313,939 views

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