Week 2: Using a Mac

Using a Mac computer and software is almost a necessity in today’s fast-paced society. With the common comparisons of Mac computers to PCs, it seems very efficient to know both systems, which is something this class tries to encourage students to do. As explained in the tutorials in class and the Apple Wikipedia page (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Inc.), Mac Operating Systems differ from traditional PC Operating Systems in a variety of ways. Both systems may use the same software applications, yet the main differences between Mac and PC systems are the brand name, expense, the actual technology behind the Mac and its Operating Systems. As discussed in the Apple/Mac sections of the coursework, the internal design of the Mac hardware and CPU system technology is very different from any other computer, as Mac computers tend to be uniquely designed inside and out. Due to the popularity of other Apple products such as the iPod and iPhone, many consumers find it easier to synchronize information of like technologies with a Mac computer.


Software Downloads:
Top Ten Programs To Download On A Mac

This video, “Top Ten Programs to Download on a Mac” is from VideoJug.com. It was created to list and describe useful or seemingly vital software applications for Mac computers. These programs listed each have common uses and have advantages of being used on a Mac versus other programs, as explained in the video.

Being able to use a Mac and the software that runs on it is very important for anyone in today’s technologically thriving society. As a Public Relations major, however, it is very important to be able to use as many computer applications as possible, especially multimedia and communication applications. The more information a Public Relations professional has about technology, the better of he or she will be. The field requires vast knowledge of computers, but the use of certain computer programs commonly found only on Mac operating systems are very popular worldwide, making them valuable PR tools. Knowing how to operate both a Mac Operating System and computer are just as important as knowing how to use any other computer and operating system.