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Apple MacBook MB061LL/A 13.3" Notebook PC (2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive) White

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Apple MacBook MB061LL/A 13.3" Notebook PC (2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive) White

I like the fact that I can run XP Pro on it and MAC OSX. It's thin and small, has a built in camera, light weight, and doesn't run too hot. Its also easy to upgrade. I've put 3gigs of RAM in, and 250 gig H/D (Fujitsu SATA 2.5" H/D). This is an awesome machine and I use it a lot to do imovies. Cold Eyes

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13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White), 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo CPU, 1GB (2x512MB), 80GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive, Intel GMA X3100 Graphics, 13.3" Glossy Widescreen Di

Good machine - does what I purchased it for

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13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White), 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo CPU, 1GB (2x512MB), 80GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive, Intel GMA X3100 Graphics, 13.3" Glossy Widescreen Di

I used Macs extensively from 1985 through 1998 and then switched to PC's because by and large, 10 years ago, PC's integrated better in my work environment (my company switched from Mac notebooks to PCs as well for similar reasons, despite howls of protest from Mac devotees!)

When my "trusted" and souped up HP NX-5000 refused to power up all of a sudden, I needed a new machine. Although I was satisfied with Win-XP based systems, the new Vista based machines seemed resource hungry and not as backward compliant with software/peripherals as XP - at least, this was my experience with my son's Toshiba notebook running Vista Home. So I decided that the time was ripe to try a Mac again.

At home, we now have a ThinkPad T42 running XP, a Toshiba Satellite running Vista, a Dell Desktop running XP and now, my MB063LL/B with OSX and XP installed. We also have 4 printers - a multifunction Canon MF5550, a legacy NEC Superscript 870, a new HP 2605N color laser and an HP940c inkjet. Both OSX and Vista

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do not support the Canon or NEC printers - only the HP's. Only Windows XP truly supports all four.

The first thing I did was upgrade RAM from 1GB to 4GB. I believe both Leopard and Vista machines require at least 2GB (even though they are commonly sold in 1GB configurations) and I use my machine extensively for work - no games or toys! I purchased Kingston memory and it has worked flawlessly. Although the installation procedure is straightforward, it is hard to remove the tiny screws covering the memory card bay even with the screwdriver recommended by Apple's installation guide.

The screen brightness and crispness is very good although font sizes are small. I tend to use a second monitor whenever possible and the dual screen functionality works very well (as it does on Windows machines as well.) Battery retention has been very good so far.

My experience with software is mixed. Yes, I love OSX's Unix underpinnings (I was a Unix sys admin as a grad student in the 80's and know it pretty darn well.) The operating system seems very reliable and I like that. I really love Parallels 3.0 and the ability to run XP under it - programs like MS Project, Visio etc. seem to work flawlessly. With Coherence mode enabled, it is truly spectacular - you have Mac OS and Windows applications running side by side - you can even cut and paste across applications in both environments!

The built in camera is pretty good and iChat works very nicely with it. Definitely a plus over most comparable Windows machines.

However I have also had my share of problems with Apple user programs. Mail crashed several times on me initially with bus-error (I figured out what user interaction caused it - it was a UI issue, but still, unacceptable.) iCal is surprisingly limited - it does not work very smoothly with network calendars. IMHO Thunderbird/Lightning worked much better overall, but I have transitioned to Mail/iCal for now. I do not like proprietary mail solutions like Outlook that use proprietary databases, resulting in legacy portability issues.

My biggest grouse is with Mac Help - I find answers more easily on Google than on the machine itself!

Another weird problem - when I set up my machine to ask for my password, if I close my notebook without shutting down at night, it hibernates. When I open it up, I get the password screen, but after I enter the password, the screen goes blank, the machine stops responding and the only thing I can do is the age-old ! Oddly enough, I had the same problem on my HP, so I wonder if it is an Intel special :-)

I do not like the sharp edge around the machine - almost all PC notebooks that I have used in the past - Acer/HP/Toshiba/Lenovo/Dell have designed this better. Also, it is surprisingly heavy for its size. That is a disappointment - maybe I should have gone for the Air.

In summary, I am pleased with the machine - I give it 4*s. it has a lot of pluses, few minuses and it does all that I need it for. But I am not entirely in the Apple camp as yet - Windows-based notebooks have a lot to offer if you know how to configure them properly and are certainly good value for the money.

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Slender, lightweight -- and powerful

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13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White), 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo CPU, 1GB (2x512MB), 80GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive, Intel GMA X3100 Graphics, 13.3" Glossy Widescreen Di

I adore my MacBook. Despite being a longtime Mac user, I almost did not buy a Mac when it came time to buying a laptop. I figured that I could buy a cheaper Windows machine that was just as powerful. Thank goodness I came to my senses! My husband had been through three laptops in the time that I had owned my Mac desktop, so that didn't portend well for those machines. And then both my daughter (a longtime Windows user who opted to go MacBook for college) and a few of my own college students convinced me to take a serious look at this computer. Wow.

Pros:

-- AirPort connectivity. On the road, while my husband is fiddling around on his Windows computer to connect to a new network, my daughter and I are already surfing the web. The MacBook also comes with Bluetooth capability.

-- OS X (now up to Leopard). Until you've used OS X, you have no idea what you've been missing. The users interface is so seamless that even the uninitiated can figure it out. You can create a Dock with

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all your favorite applications at the bottom of the screen -- all the time. Windows users have to be careful not to make things more complicated than they need to be. I know people who try to set up directories and files the way they do on Windows, when everything is SO much simpler on the Mac. Forget all that "My Computer" stuff to switch drives/discs. Everything is displayed all the time in the directory windows. Because OS X has so many features, I can't go into them here. Trust me -- you love it.

-- Size. I can slip this computer into an oversized handbag without a problem. While it's not as lightweight as some truly high-end laptops, the weight doesn't drag on my shoulder.

-- Keyboard. Large enough to easily use, it still allows a good-size area below the keys to rest your wrist.

-- iLife. The Mac comes bundled with iLife, Apple's lifestyle package that includes iTunes, iDVD, iPhoto, iWeb, GarageBand, PhotoBooth, and iMovie. These programs are part of what makes Macs so cool. All are intuitive, although GarageBand requires the most effort to learn.

-- Speed. Even with 1 GB RAM, this machine is blazingly fast compared to others in its category. (I recommend getting another GB of RAM, although my daughter says hers is fine with only 1 GB.)

-- Screen. The display is crisp and bright. Controls allows you to dim or brighten, depending on your preferences and the current lighting. Although the screen is glossy, I never have much problem with glare unless I'm in full sun.

-- Built-in camera. Although the camera isn't as powerful as a stand-alone digital camera, you can easily take shots for PhotoBooth fun or to upload to web sites such as Facebook.

Cons:

-- You cannot insert mini-DVDs. If you use them, look at a different computer.

-- Screen size. If a larger screen size is important to you, then get a different model. Of course, you'll sacrifice some portability with a larger computer.

-- It comes with only 1 GB of RAM. Although this is enough for most users, I still recommend installing another GB.

I've had my MacBook for a year now and haven't had any problems, so I haven't tested Apple customer service. A leading consumer magazine rates Apple's service as the best among manufacturers.

Highly recommended.

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Apple MacBook with 13.3" Display - White

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Apple MacBook with 13.3" Display - White

This is my first Apple computer. I have used laptops for years, for work I have a high end IBM, and I have also owned a Dell, Gateway, and HP laptop in the past. By far, this is the best computer I have ever used. The best way I can describe the laptop, and Mac OSX experience is SIMPLE. Everything about using it just makes sense. Whereas with Windows you have to know what you are doing, you have all these controls, and everything is hidden. With my Apple and Mac OS, it is all very intuitive. If you have never used a computer before, this is the one for you. Of course, we all know that it is plenty powerful for the most advanced users.

The construction of the laptop itself is great. The outside has picked up some very light scratches, nothing major. I use a wireless Mighty Mouse, and I really like the functionality of it, but the trackpad works very well. I never pack the mighty mouse if I am taking my macbook away from my desk on a trip or to a cafe, etc.

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First Apple Computer

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Apple MacBook with 13.3" Display - White

This is my first Apple computer. I have used laptops for years, for work I have a high end IBM, and I have also owned a Dell, Gateway, and HP laptop in the past. By far, this is the best computer I have ever used. The best way I can describe the laptop, and Mac OSX experience is SIMPLE. Everything about using it just makes sense. Whereas with Windows you have to know what you are doing, you have all these controls, and everything is hidden. With my Apple and Mac OS, it is all very intuitive. If you have never used a computer before, this is the one for you. Of course, we all know that it is plenty powerful for the most advanced users.

The construction of the laptop itself is great. The outside has picked up some very light scratches, nothing major. I use a wireless Mighty Mouse, and I really like the functionality of it, but the trackpad works very well. I never pack the mighty mouse if I am taking my macbook away from my desk on a trip or to a cafe, etc.

While I worried about

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