Switching to a mac
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This document discusses the benefits of switching from a PC to a Mac. It notes common PC issues like lack of free technical support and increased complexity. Macs come with useful software like iLife preinstalled and have award-winning customer support through Apple stores and online. Macs are also compatible with PCs and most peripherals. The document provides an overview of Mac laptop and desktop options starting at $599, and recommends visiting an Apple store or looking for deals online to learn more about switching to a Mac.
Switching to a mac
- 1. I’m a Mac, used to be a PC Why you should make the switch...
- 2. Common PC Issues • Technical Supports Issues - nowhere to go for free support • PC are getting more and more complicated • Issues with viruses • Applying patches and updating s/w • Who's had technical issues with computers that were hard to fix?
- 3. Why You’ll Love a Mac • Comes with great software you’ll want to use: • iLife - iPhoto, iMovie & GarageBand, • OS X Lion- App Store, Email/Contact/Calendar, iCloud • Award winning support - apple retail store or apple care • Compatible with practically all peripherals that connect via USB, Bluetooth • Runs MS Office and is compatible with PC files • Runs windows
- 4. Laptop, from $999 • Great design, thin, light, awesome battery life • Macbook Air - 11”, 13” • All flash storage - no hard drive • Macbook Pro - 13”, 15”, 17”
- 5. Desktop, from $599 • Latest intel sandy bridge processors - i5, i7, quad core • Mac Mini, Server - mini pc • iMac - 21.5”, 27” all in one pc • Mac Pro - desktop form factor
- 6. How to get started: apple store • Ask questions • Try using different macs • Take free classes • Talk to a genius
- 7. How to get started: deals • Apple online store sells refurbs with full warranty • All macs are eligible for a $100 rebate towards a printer, some are free, online or instore • College discounts - all year round with id • Summer education promo,disc & $100 gift card • Mac mall has great deal with rebates.