Flash 5 in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 29 March 2001
Flash 5 in the latest edition of the fast changing Flash software. This title will cover all editions up to and including this one. Coverage includes the Flash environment, the Timeline, the Toolbar, basic animation, sound, publishing on the Web. Ideal for the first time web developer with no prior experience, as well as experienced developers who need to learn Flash to enhance their skills.


Mac OS X Leopard in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 18 December 2008
Apple's OS X Leopard is one powerful cat. The latest Mac operating system is faster, more user-friendly and more feature-rich than any of its predecessors. Building on the success of previous versions, this UNIX-based program is one of the most stable consumer operating systems ever designed - and one of the most enjoyable to use. With Mac OS X Leopard in easy steps, you'll be able to unleash this powerful operating system and have it up and running in no time. In clear, accessible language, the book introduces you to the OS X environment and teaches about the user interface. With these basics mastered, this full-color, fully illustrated guide opens the gateway to the foundations of Leopard: the Dock and the Finder. The book also covers new innovative features such as the invaluable backup program, Time Machine, the organizational tool, Spaces, and the new file-viewing device, Covers. For everyone involved in a digital lifestyle, Mac OS X Leopard in easy steps covers all of the bases; from iPhoto for organizing and editing photos, to iWeb for publishing Web pages, to a .Mac account for all of your online needs.
With the growing popularity of Mac computers the time has never been better to introduce the power of OS X Leopard into your computing life and this book will ensure that you soon have it purring like a kitten.

Laptops in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 18 December 2008
Provides information on using a laptop computer, covering such topics as battery management, software, connecting to the Internet, managing users, networking, and wireless computing.

Apple's OS X Snow Leopard is one powerful cat. The latest Mac operating system is faster, more streamlined and more efficient than any of its predecessors. This UNIX-based program is one of the most stable consumer operating systems ever designed - and one of the most enjoyable to use. With Mac OS X Snow Leopard in easy steps, you'll be able to unleash this powerful operating system and have it up and running in no time. In clear, accessible language, the book introduces you to the OS X environment and teaches you about the user interface. With these basics mastered, this full-color, fully illustrated guide opens the gateway to the foundations of Snow Leopard: the Dock and the Finder. The book also covers innovative features such as the invaluable backup program, Time Machine, the organizational tool, Spaces, and Covers. But the real difference in Snow Leopard is in its core technologies: things that you may never see but that are vital to the operation of your OS and your Mac. Snow Leopard is more steamlined so it frees up more disc space for your valuable files and applications.
It also has the facility for exceptional amounts of RAM (the memory that keeps your computer operating smoothly). With the growing popularity of Mac computers the time has never been better to introduce the power of OS X Snow Leopard into your computing life: once you have done it you will be the proud owner of the most state of the art operating system on the market. Mac OS X Leopard In Easy Steps: 9781840783506

Dreamweaver CS5 in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 16 September 2010
Dreamweaver CS5 is the most powerful and versatile web authoring program on the market. However, for all but the most experienced, it takes some time to become familiar with all of its features. Dreamweaver CS5 In Easy Steps helps clarify and speed up this process and ensures that you can get the most out of this industry standard program. The book looks initially at getting started with Dreamweaver. It then deals with the increased number of options for laying out your workspace when working with the program. This enables you to get the most out of both design and code views. It also looks at Live View and how this can be used to preview your content. CSS is integral to modern websites and this is covered in detail: from the basics of CSS, to creating and applying styles so that you can produce standards-based websites that have a consistent look and feel across all pages. New features, such as the CSS Inspection tool are also looked at, so you can quickly review and edit your CSS elements. The book also looks at some of the features for streamlining your workflow, such as using images directly from Photoshop and using the new browser navigation toolbar.
It also shows how to review your pages in a variety of browsers, using the Adobe BrowserLab. Aimed at anyone who wants to produce high quality websites, without worrying about complex issues such as database administration, Dreamweaver CS5 In Easy Steps is designed to help you unleash your creative potential as effectively as possible.

Flash in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 14 June 2000


macOS High Sierra in easy steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 13 December 2017
"macOS is the operating system at the heart of Mac computers. The latest version, macOS High Sierra, builds on some of the innovative functions and level of performance that were introduced with the previous version, macOS Sierra, to provide a stylish, effective and powerful operating system for your Mac desktop or laptop computer. Whether you're new to the Mac or just upgrading, use this book to master the essentials and then unleash the power of macOS High Sierra" -- Amazon.com.

Dreamweaver CS3 in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 13 December 2007
This helpful guide allows even novice Web designers to turn their ideas for dynamic websites into reality. It guides them through Dreamweaver CS3's working environment, then shows how to add and format content in both HTML and CSS, including text, images, hyperlinks, templates, forms, and more. Also covered are the new Javascript libraries, integration with Photoshop, and designing websites for mobile devices.

The number one selling image editing software goes from strength to strength and Photoshop Elements 7 in easy steps shows how to use it to edit, display and share images in some truly stunning and original ways. Editing digital images is at the heart of Elements 7 and this book covers it in depth. It looks at obtaining images, colour enhancements and techniques such as skin tone adjustment, cloning and removing flaws and blemishes. There are also sections on quick fixes and new features such as quickly selecting and editing areas of a photo and also removing unwanted objects in any scene. Elements 7 is in a league of its own when it comes to sharing images creatively and this book covers its stunning features including, improved effects, colour-co-ordinated layouts, animated slideshows, dynamic online galleries, photo emails and fun flip-books. It also shows how to use Photoshop.com, an exciting new online service, to enhance, store and share images. Organising images can sometimes be a chore, but this book shows how Elements 7 simplifies the process through the use of tags, collections, face recognition, Smart Albums and placing images on a map where they were taken.
Photoshop Elements 7 in easy steps puts the fun into working with digital images and enables you to expand your creative horizons once you've captured the images.

Flash MX in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 1 September 2002
Flash 5 is the UK's software for web designers and the new version will make it even easier to create stunning web sites. - Flash MX in easy steps will cover all the new features, from downloading images and audio on to your wed site, creating QuickTime movies, making your site interactive and more. - This practical, non-techie guide uncovers Flash MX time saving and powerful new features that allows users to design exciting web sites plus ensuring they are "bug free" and easy to use. - We will be backing up the launch of Flash MX in easy steps with major academic and training mailings throughout the UK. - In easy steps is the UK's best selling computer book publishers with over one million copies sold.

For over 20 years our successful, easy to follow, jargon-free guides on computing, internet and digital lifestyle have been helping users (yes, users, not readers!) get to grips with their computers and enjoy the digital revolution. Now, we are bringing our proven approach to learning in the form of this series of magazines, starting with In Easy Steps Windows 8, Microsoft's latest operating system. Each chapter takes you through the functions in easy steps and each page is packed with stunning illustrations so that what you see on your screen is exactly the same in the bookazine you simply can't go wrong! Using this magazine, you'll soon be whizzing through the new, exciting functions of Windows 8. You'll be amazed at what you'll achieve in a short space of time. Available in large Sainsbury's stores, independent newsagents or buy direct from our online shop by adding to your shopping cart below.






Mac OS X in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 31 December 2003

eBay in Easy Steps

by Nick Vandome

Published 15 February 2005