http://applecomputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#6954572d-5ae4-4bd5-be0d-cb60507277c6 Just got this link ... very, very good prices for refurbished Macs http://www.macofalltrades.com/ Sat, 09 May 2009 02:03:09 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#6954572d-5ae4-4bd5-be0d-cb60507277c6 βμηηy 2009-05-09T02:03:09Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#167bc913-8ba6-4293-b462-b10cdef32517 Check out the refurbished macs at: http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac?mco=MTE3NjY Lots of great computers and all with brand new warranties. Sun, 03 May 2009 04:06:23 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#167bc913-8ba6-4293-b462-b10cdef32517 Phil 2009-05-03T04:06:23Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#5d48d2fa-27e0-4c98-af88-4aaad681f016 Just ebay it. I got my G4 Powerbook used about 3.5 years ago from there and I still don't want to get rid of that sucker! Sun, 03 May 2009 01:11:38 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#5d48d2fa-27e0-4c98-af88-4aaad681f016 Justin 2009-05-03T01:11:38Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#26df88e3-a111-4511-9f53-b98fe97b5def What Bob said. My work requires that I must also have a Windows machine. It cost a third of Mac's price, but it had to be condomed up immediately, is unreliable and picky ~ and I never know when it's gonna run amok. It feels like driving a pinto getting ready to break down after driving a BMW. Macs just don't seem to break down. I've lost count of the number of PC's I've had since their inception from the DOS days .... my first Mac ... a 1999 Wallstreet is so sturdy, we sometimes play catch with it ... just 'cause. It's only flaw ... the OS is out of date for today's software and web. I'm looking at replacing my 5 year old MacBook Pro ... even tho' she's as sturdy as a horse ... and I think I'm gonna go with a Mac Mini, 22 inch monitor (any monitor works with a Mac Mini) .... and wireless keyboard ... all for $800 to $1000. Another thing: Apple's extended warranties rule. Sat, 02 May 2009 21:59:28 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#26df88e3-a111-4511-9f53-b98fe97b5def βμηηy 2009-05-02T21:59:28Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#e47121dc-bdec-4abf-b863-32069a01810e Don't forget, when you're comparing the price of "cheap" PCs to "expensive" macs, to factor in the time and money lost trying to protect the PC from various viruses and, it sounds like, in the end losing that battle. You spend money on Anti-Virus software, which then takes away capacity on your system since the A/V software needs CPU time and disk space, you lose your own personal time as your system bogs down, and your time or money spent cleaning it up regularly. All that is time and money you will not need to spend on mac. But you do pay a little more up front. It's just the PC industry taking advantage of your sticker shock up front, and then siphoning off your money long after your initial purchase. Definitely call your nearest Mac Store and ask about refurbs. Sounds like a mini would work great for you. Sat, 02 May 2009 21:50:17 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#e47121dc-bdec-4abf-b863-32069a01810e Bob 2009-05-02T21:50:17Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#bd1c6683-bbcf-4219-bf2c-7647a849e1ee Checkout Mac Mini. You can hook up any keyboard and VGA monitor to them. They rock. Refurbished macs are also a deal. Once you go Mac, you'll never go back. Sat, 02 May 2009 20:40:07 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#bd1c6683-bbcf-4219-bf2c-7647a849e1ee βμηηy 2009-05-02T20:40:07Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#f35352e2-6548-46dd-a378-1637e6a18874 Anyone with a stolen Apple computer will report it immediately. You always must turn the thing on and look it over. Then, reformat and reinstall the OS and all the software. As with buying anything, you take a gamble. If it is too cheap or they need to ship it, it's a scam. Fri, 01 May 2009 15:32:35 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#f35352e2-6548-46dd-a378-1637e6a18874 Blue Lobster 2009-05-01T15:32:35Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#62465c35-6633-4060-9247-e951eafd8e49 craigslist? saxa wish i would have thought of that before... used apple: how does one go about checking working condition? hard drive, etc what if you buy a 'stolen' one, and did not know, and go to 'register' it serial number blue: what if reported stolen after you bought it... Fri, 01 May 2009 14:54:41 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#62465c35-6633-4060-9247-e951eafd8e49 roger 2009-05-01T14:54:41Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#1bcde582-708c-4265-a6a5-51eb7dccc5cc These days a person might not have the ability to stretch, as everything is already stretched. So, if you already have a computer and need to reformat it anyway because it is a mess with viruses, why not take a shot with Linux? That would be a zero cost solution. A moderate cost solution would be to get something off of Craigslist. Just call Apple first to make sure it hasn't been reported stolen. Fri, 01 May 2009 14:19:59 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#1bcde582-708c-4265-a6a5-51eb7dccc5cc Blue Lobster 2009-05-01T14:19:59Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#52bbda0e-4ad0-4d2c-9d65-026c1a176a41 Sometimes ya just gotta stretch, Mia. It may 'seem' more expensive (ok... it is), but damn, it's a fine piece of equipment. And what do they say? 'Buy quality. You'll only cry once.' Words to live by, perhaps. Good luck. Fri, 01 May 2009 10:49:46 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#52bbda0e-4ad0-4d2c-9d65-026c1a176a41 $item.owner.firstName 2009-05-01T10:49:46Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#ac6926b4-5bc4-4e86-b5cc-7d7350310de9 The easiest route is to install Kubuntu 8.04 on a system, as in a PC you already own. http://www.kubuntu.org/getkubuntu/download I use 8.04 instead of 9.04 because I like KDE 3 better than KDE 4. FWIW, Kubuntu is a distribution of Linux. Linux has its roots in UNIX which makes it a cousin of OSX which is based on BSD which also has its roots in UNIX. You can run this distro as a live CD so you can try it before you install it. In between my Power Mac, Mac Book and Linux boxes, I haven't had a virus in years. I also haven't used windows in years. Hmmm. All the software I have ever needed comes with Linux- free. No cost. Fri, 01 May 2009 10:47:53 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#ac6926b4-5bc4-4e86-b5cc-7d7350310de9 Blue Lobster 2009-05-01T10:47:53Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#1c2c52e2-70b5-4608-bebe-4b06c60f9d4b Check Craigslist for decently priced used macs - that's your best option Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:44:43 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#1c2c52e2-70b5-4608-bebe-4b06c60f9d4b saxafraz 2009-04-30T22:44:43Z http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#80b9f1b4-25f0-414d-9adb-512f7144d883 Is there anyway that I can get a computer that I can afford (Mac's are too expensive) but won't get those damn trojans or viruses or get corrupted somehow? I don't mind corrupting myself but I can't have my comp trashed all the time. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:48:14 GMT http://AppleComputer.tribe.net/thread/4b907adb-25e4-4682-8783-0de1dbd86e4e#80b9f1b4-25f0-414d-9adb-512f7144d883 Mia 2009-04-30T21:48:14Z