Today's list idea comes from a posting and suggestion by Darren Rowse of ProBlogger and TwiTip. The posting, by Mark Hayward, lists the ten people Twitter beginners should follow.

Twitter is a social networking site that lets you post very short "tweets" that let your followers know what you are doing or what news you might want to share with others. For example, I usually send a tweet after I've posted a new page on one of my websites. When you find someone interesting who has a Twitter link on their website, you can add them to the people you follow. Click my "Connect with Twitter" button in the sidebar of this page to see what happens and to get a feel for Twitter. If you like what you see, join Twitter (it's free) and start following me or one of the Mac experts on today's list.

1.  Jason Snell

Twitter id: jsnell

Jason Snell is the editorial director of MacWorld magazine. Read more about Jason Snell on Wikipedia or visit MacWorld online.

2.  Christopher Breen

Twitter id: BodyofBreen

Christopher Breen is a Mac writer, currently working for MacWorld and Playlist magazines. Chris is a Mac and iPod expert and you can read his Mac 911 Help column at MacWorld online or his iPod column at Playlist online.

3.  Tim O'Reilly

Twitter id: timoreilly

Tim O'Reilly is the founder of O'Reilly Media, one of the largest and most prestigious publishers of Mac books. You can learn more about Tim O'Reilly and his company on his website.

4.  Jonathan Ive

Twitter id: jonive

Jonathan Ive is one of the major creative geniuses behind Apple computer. If you're sitting behind an iMac or MacBook Pro or listening to an iPod or iPhone, you have Jonathan Ive to thank for the wonderful design of the product. Learn all about Jonathan Ive on his website.

5 & 6.  Adam & Tonya Engst

Adam's Twitter id: adamengst
Tonya's Twitter id: tonyaengst

Adam and Tonya Engst are the husband and wife team behind the popular Tidbits magazine and Take Control ebooks for Mac users. They have been in the Mac business since 1990 and their magazine and ebooks are extremely popular with Mac users. Visit the Tidbits site to learn more about Adam and Tonya.

7.  Bob LeVitus

Twitter id: LeVitus

Bob LeVitus, also known as "Dr. Mac," has been writing about Mac computers and technology for over 20 years. In addition to writing books and a column for the Houston Chronicle, Bob LeVitus offers consulting services for Mac users. Visit Dr. Mac's website to learn more about him.

8.  Chuck Joiner

Twitter id: chuckjoiner

Chuck Joiner works extensively with Mac user groups and he is editor-in-chief of the MUG Center website. He also has two very interesting podcasts that include conversations and interviews with other Mac experts. You can learn more about Chuck Joiner's podcasts at Mac Notables and Mac Voices or you can subscribe to them through iTunes.

My last two Mac experts to follow on Twitter are not people but, rather, websites.

9.  MacWorld

Twitter id: macworld

MacWorld magazine is the premier magazine for Mac users. It has been around since the beginning of the Mac and most Mac users read it at least occasionally. MacWorld magazine is also the sponsor of the yearly MacWorld conference. Take a look at MacWorld online.

10.  MacUpdate

Twitter id: MacUpdate

If you love finding new software for your Mac, you must visit MacUpdate and follow them on Twitter. Mac programs are available for download directly from the MacUpdate site. In addition to providing all the software you could ever need, MacUpdate has daily promos that let you purchase software, usually shareware, at special prices. Several times a year, they have a special bundle package that provides 10 or more programs for one low price.