Appendix A. Buying Macs
Christopher Breen is the appendix editor and author.
OK: So now you understand how a Mac works, why you use Microsoft applications, what to do if your Power Macintosh doesn't start up, and how to be polite online. But you actually need a Mac to apply this knowledge.
Whether you are a student just heading off to college or a filmmaker editing your video, Apple has a computer for you.
This chapter walks you through which Macs you should consider, based on what you want to spend and how you intend to use your machine.
In This Appendix
A Short History Lesson
The Grid
Not Quite So Simple
Understanding Your Needs
So Which Mac Is Right for You?
For the Budget-Conscious Desktop User
For the Budget-Conscious Portable User
For the Middling-Budget ...
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