Just a few thoughts on the recent passing of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs...actually a few notes on my experience with Apple products and a thank you to Jobs.
Our first family computer circa 1984-85.
I typed my 12th grade term paper on one like this! Thanks SJ for making is easier to correct typing mistakes!
My first computer class at UNC--Comp 4, used one like this...
Then there were several dark days of PC use and frustration...until my wife got me an iPod for my 40th birthday. My initial thoughts were: "great...what am I going to do with this? Could be complicated; could kill my already sputtering PC; I don't listen to much music anyway...I'll just return it and get something else." Well it stayed in the box for over two months...past the opportunity to return window. Soooo, I finally opened it. Tried it. Loved it. It was easy to set up and use and instantly became a valuable tool in my life. Additionally, it served as a reminder: Apple = Useful + Simple.
Today I use multiple Apple products everyday. They make work fun and make me more productive. In sum, Apple products set me up for success. For that, Steve Jobs, I say thank you.
To everyone else: Life is short. Don't waste it.
My current workhorse. Basically all my work is done on and through one of these.
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