Re-installing DVD player and iBooks app?

I recently deleted certain apps like DVD player, game centre etc as i didn't ever use them but I'm getting some little issues now.
When i open FaceTime an error message comes up saying its from the DVD player app.
I also have a blank Game Centre app icon in my Apps folder.
I imagine i need to re-install them. Any ideas how?
Also id like to be able to read my ibooks on my mac... is there an app for Mavericks?
Thanks

benjigordon wrote:
thanks. is there anything i need to consider or backup before i do that?
Just all of your data. The restore shouldn't delete anything or cause you to lose any data, but it is not something you want to start without a backup.
Also... how easy is it to do?
Pretty easy: OS X Mavericks: Reinstall OS X

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