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iMac Core 2 Duo 2.16 Ghz -20 TFT

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5 Jan 26th, 2007 

8 Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful

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Ease of use / great display / great sound

Disadvantages:
High purchase price

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If you are looking for a home computer, that can double up as a work horse, look no further.
This computer will not look out of place in any room in your home. It is clean looking and takes up very little space, compared to a desktop computer that has a separate monitor.
The display is clean and crisp, and the sound is excellent. It even comes with a remote control for use with iTunes and iDVD, which magnetically sticks to the side of the iMac when not in use.
With the tilt facility to enable children a clear view, it's worth mentioning that you need two hands to tilt carefully as the units small footprint could cause toppling.
The iMac can come with a mighty mouse, which is a wireless mouse and a wireless keyboard. These should be turned on before staring up the iMac to ensure problem free connection. These are available at a slightly higher price, but worth it for the ease of use and clutter free workspace.
The basic system software is very comprehensive, from picture editing to word processing, these are all included. Most of us know of iTunes, which is very simple to use, just like most of the software on the iMac.
Connecting you camera for picture or video transfer is simple, with USB, Firewire and Bluetooth connection as standard you will have no problems.
You also get a webcam built into the top of the monitor.
One key factor for choosing this manufacturer is the simplicity for use. The display is clear, and the software is straight forward to use. There are pre-installed drivers for most devices, so connection means you can plug and go. The software for video editing is so straight forward, you can import, add menus and chapters and burn to DVD very quickly without having hours of training.
The iMac also has wireless internet connection built in, for use in conjunction with a wireless router. The most difficult part of setting this up is the security, which should never be side stepped. Ensure you always employ security measures if surfing wirlessly. If you are surfing 'wired' the built in protection that all iMac's offer through its Firewall are very good. iMac's work different to Windows based PC's, which makes them more secure when online. If you want to retain your Windows software, this Intel processor can handle dual platform installation. This means you can install Windows XP on the iMac, and your Windows based software, if you really wanted to.
Apple offer 'Applecare Protection' which is highly recommended. Your iMac will come with 12 months cover but the extension to three years is worth it.
The Apple Store run free training for all of the Software that come on the iMac, but the limited numbers of stores in the UK can make this difficult for new users to Apple computers.
 

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