History Of Apple Computers by Yina Dong
The Macintosh computer began life as the Apple I in 1976 when two friends, Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs with the aid of some friends built the first of fifty computers for the Byte Shop for $500 each. This first Apple computer came equipped with a display screen (a rarity at the time), and was... After many trials and errors, Apple came out with a true home computer, the Apple Macintosh or Mac in 1984. ... Apple was the first computer company to use GUI (Graphical User Interface) in their machines; a concept that was to revolutionize the computer industry.

PC or Mac? A Big Decision for Your Business by Jeremy Maddock
When purchasing new desktop or laptop computers for your business, there are a few important decisions to be made. These include which exact features you want in a computer, as well as which manufacturer you wish to purchase from. The most fundamental decision of all, however, is whether your... That’s why, generally speaking, you’ll find a lot more business-minded programs that work with PCs than with Macintosh machines. ... In terms of graphical editing, video, and multimedia, for example, Apple’s Mac OS computers are known to perform extremely well, often making more efficient use of...

Apple iPod - Why Apple Dominates the Mobile MP3 Player Market by Donny Duncan
Noticing a growing market for mobile MP3 players, Apple released the original iPod in late 2001, and it was quickly destined to be a huge success. It was exactly what people wanted.. It had a simple interface, it had a large storage capacity, and it was extremely attractive and recognizable. ... The iPod did end up driving up Apple Macintosh sales though, since a small percentage of people actually migrated over to the Macintosh computer just so they could use an Ipod. ... It wasn't enough to drive sales of the iPod up though, Apple needed a bigger market, they needed the Windows market,...

5 Mac Security Tips You Can’t Live Without by Paulo Fretowski
So, you’ve bought a new Macintosh, and now you may be wondering how to make it safer. There are several things that you can do which will protect your Mac from viruses and hackers. Macs are already very difficult to hack, but don’t let that fact allow you to become lenient with your security. ... Just remember that if your computer is safe, your Apple experience will be much more rewarding. ... Some people use P2P downloads for Macintosh (I.E. ... Apple provides a wide-variety of anti-virus software that is constantly updated.

iPod Compatibility by Daniel Dwase
iPod compatibility on the original iPod was designed for use with Macintosh computers running Mac OS 9 or Mac OS X but Apple began selling a Windows-compatible iPod too on July 17, 2002. Apple released a Windows version of iTunes on October 16, 2003; previously, Windows users needed third-party... An iPod formatted with HFS Plus is able to serve as a boot disk for a Macintosh computer, allowing one to have a usable, portable operating system installed on their iPod. ... iPods originally shipped formatted with Apple's native filesystem, HFS Plus (Hierarchical File System) and consequently...

Using a Mac Mighty Mouse on a PC by Jeff Heaton
Have you seen the Might Mouse? No, I do not mean the super hero. I mean the latest innovation by Apple computers-- the Mighty Mouse. The mighty mouse is unlike any mouse you’ve ever seen before. The Mighty Mouse works directly with the latest version of the Macintosh operating system to... I rarely use the "squeeze buttons" on the Macintosh, so I don’t miss them too much on Windows. ... On the Macintosh these can select text or be assigned to other functions. ... On a Macintosh you can scroll in all four directions using the scroll-ball.

The Secret to the Apple Ipod's Success: The Look and Feel by Mia LeCron
A big reason for iPod sales goes beyond its incredible functionality (which we’ll look at further in this book). Apple has been known for its aesthetics since it entered the personal computer market decades ago. In fact, one of the reasons that Apple Macintoshes (now referred to as iMacs) have... Apple added this little feature after some negative feedback on early versions. ... They’re both a kind of creamy white, which is Apple’s signature color for the devices. ... Those models didn’t require the wheel to be depressed, and therefore some listeners complained that it was being...

What Can You Do With A Mac Mini? by Jeff Heaton
If you have not seen the newest addition to the Macintosh line, it is worth taking a look. It is a very small computer that is only 6.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches. The Mac Mini is about the size of one of those internal CD-ROM drives you install into a PC. By far one of the smallest computers you can buy. ... The Apple Macintosh comes with iTunes, which allows you to play MP3 music, as well as purchase legal copies of songs directly from the iTunes music store. ... Additionally, most of the major chat networks have chat clients that can be downloaded free of charge for the Macintosh.

Look and Feel of the Ipod by Bryan Miller
A big reason for iPod sales goes beyond its incredible functionality. Apple has been known for its aesthetics since it entered the personal computer market decades ago. In fact, one of the reasons that Apple Macintoshes (now referred to as Macs) have found such a loyal following among artistic... Apple added this little feature after some negative feedback on early versions. ... They are both a kind of creamy, greyish white, which is Apple’s signature color for the digital music devices. ... Those models didn’t require the wheel to be depressed, and therefore some listeners complained that...

Business Computer Sales by Ken Marlborough
Businesses have become revolutionized because of the computer. The computer aids in reducing the time it takes to do many tedious tasks like accounting, inventory control, customer databases, shipping control, and financial analysis. That is why computer sales are enjoying an ongoing boom in new... Of Course, Apple is the sole maker of Macintosh models. ... It is recommended that you choose a computer by brand. ... If you have more than one business computer, then networking them allows access to and storage of all company resources and information.