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Back to topIs an Apple computer more educational?From the teacher/ parent's point of view it is a great educational and organizational tool. From the student/ child's point of view it is fun and exciting. Apple is known for being easier to navigate and use and it is truly 'plug and play'.It is full of challenges and intrigue for all with software built in to work with everything from documents to games to audio (mp3) and video files in a very strait forward yet powerful way! Back to topWhen I was a child...Having grown up with DOS and Microsoft Windows, I was at first challenged to make the switch to an Apple computer simply because it was a change itself. First of all, I was facing the fact that Macintosh computers are a bit more expensive than IBM compatibles because they aren't put together like the IBM compatible 'clones'. However, when you compare the quality of the components they are competitively priced.Back to topWhat is different about an Apple computer?Getting used to a one-button mouse and learning a few new shortcuts can be easy habits to change. It takes a short while to get used to where to find things at first since the menu system is slightly different. The menu system does make sense and for most it is easy to learn. It was only difficult for me because I had to unlearn ("change the habits") the way I was used to doing things on IBM compatibles.Back to topIs it hard to change over?Challenges come because of being used to one system and having to adjust to a different system. It is a matter of to re-programming the brain a little to think in another way (a skill you are trying to give your children through home schooling!). Children, or young people (at heart) have it easier because they just need to learn without unlearning the old.Back to topReady to take up the challenge?All that said, be encouraged! Whether starting out with your first experience on a computer, or taking up the challenge and stepping up to a more intuitive and exciting educational experience, give Apple computer a whirl! Using Apple promo codes to get one is even better!Back to topDo you need a nudge?To help you a little or nudge you in the right direction you are presented with links (places you can point and click on the mouse) to take you where you can save a little time and money by checking out savings for educational purchases or just the usual discounts. Get your Apple promo codes!Back to topDo I need the latest and the greatest?If you will be using your Mac for word processing, spreadsheets, or educational software such as Switched-On Schoolhouse and browsing the internet for research, you can easily get by with a basic Apple desktop or notebook computer. You would also get along fine with a G3 or G4. A PowerMac G5 is designed, for example, for professional servers or graphic artists, people that work in the animated cartoon or movie industry, or those that work at NASA.Back to topStill want to run Windows stuff?Another thing to keep in mind is that you can and may want to run Windows applications on your Apple computer. Guess what? You can get the Windows programs to work by using Connectix Virtual PC. That way, if you get a program that only runs on Windows you can still run it on your Apple computer. For help or questions on this topic please go to the Connectix website.Back to topSo what about Apple promo codes?You will be passed Apple promo code numbers for the PowerBook G4, iPod coupons, and Macintosh stuff in general. Whatever Mac special deals come along will be passed on to you. To do this you need to submit your name and e-mail address. You will then receive any coupons and promotional codes that are available as they come out. To sign up for the coupons please fill in the form below with your first name and email address. Please make sure your email address is correct so we can send you the codes.Back to top | | | |||||
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