got a new mac? or maybe you had it for a while?

either way - the point of owning a mac is to create!

to edit photos, video, create music, websites , flyers and more!

you can do it all with two applications suites.

the first one is called “iLife”

the second one is called “iWork”

they both come with your mac and are made by apple - so you know they are easier then most  . .

iLife consists of the following applications (programs):

iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, & Garage Band

with each of these you can really create some amazing stuff!!

iWork consists of the following applications:

Pages, Number, & Keynote

Pages is similar to microsoft word - but much more.

its a full featured word application, but where it really shines is layouts.

create menu’s or flyers or resumes - make them look amazing really easily.

Numbers is like microsoft excel

Keynote is like microsoft powerpoint, but again, much easier to use - and graphically stunning . . .

check out these two web pages, they both have great videos showing you

how to get the best out of both suites.

just remember that when trying to learn something new, the best way to learn is through patience and through paying attention to what you are doing. dont be afraid to read instructions or watch videos.

if you have any additional questions on how to use the apps please feel free to email me - i will do my best to answer them . .

http://www.apple.com/ilife/tutorials/

http://www.apple.com/iwork/tutorials/

Update: a few weeks after i posted this, apple released a new section on their website for people that are new to mac. great video tutorials on how to use all aspects of your mac, including saving files and navigating around your system . .

check it out here:

http://www.apple.com/findouthow/