In this part, things get seriously powerful as I introduce you to the UNIX foundation of Snow Leopard, as well as automation through AppleScript and Web page creation.

Contents at a Glance

Chapter 1: . . . And UNIX Lurks Beneath

Why Use the Keyboard?

Uncovering the Terminal

UNIX Commands 101

Working with Files

Useful Commands

UNIX Cadillac Commands

UNIX Programs That Come in Handy

Chapter 2: AppleScript Just Plain Rocks

What’s So Great about AppleScript?

Running a Script

Writing Your Own Simple Scripts

One Step Beyond: AppleScript Programming

I Summon Automator — the Silicon Programmer!

Help Is at Your Fingertips

Chapter 3: Talking and Writing to Your Macintosh

Using Ink with a Tablet

Computer, Can You Hear Me?

Your Mac Talks Back!

Chapter 4: Hosting a Web Site with Mac OS X

Building a Site with MobileMe

Using Mac OS X Web Sharing