How to Do Everything with Second Life«

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Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2007-09-10
Publisher(s): McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
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Summary

Filled with hundreds of hands-on tutorials, tips, and techniques, this is the thorough, in-depth reference that every Second Life resident needs. Learn how to create a unique avatar and then explore, build, socialize--and even earn real money. Inside, you'll find exclusive coverage of all the menus, features, and utilities. Whether you're a newbie or an old hand, this book will help you get the most out of Second Life. Understand all the user interface features Build hidden rooms, custom teleporters, secret sliding panels, and more Shop for cool stuff and find the best values Master the Maps, Inventory, Appearance, and Search dialogs Start scripting with help from step-by-step tutorials Control lag and find lost items using Preferences and the hidden Client menu Visit exotic lands, travel in time, and enjoy roleplay Create beautiful objects using expert texturing techniques Earn money in ways that best suit your talents Find land bargains, a bit of privacy, a great house, and lasting friendships

Author Biography

Richard Mansfield is the author of 41 computer books which have sold more than 500,000 copies worldwide and have been translated into 12 languages. He is an active Second Life resident.

Table of Contents

Get a second life
Second life essentialsp. 3
Communication and good mannersp. 15
Create your lookp. 31
Doing inventory : managing your stuffp. 59
Introducing the interfacep. 75
Advanced interface techniquesp. 105
Venture into the virtual world
Sex and the single avatarp. 135
Going on a shopping spreep. 143
Visit exotic landsp. 159
Go beyond the basics
Earn a livingp. 171
Buying good land and setting up housep. 181
Building objectsp. 193
Texturingp. 227
Scriptingp. 241
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