...1 Advantages MAC 1. Mac UI is geared towards simplicity. It employs the best possible design principles with its hallmark minimal UI concept that apple has mastered over decades. As a result users have a short learning curve. 2. It is built upon the Unix core which is known for its security features. Its extremely difficult to install a Virus on a Mac unless the user specifically grants it Root privileges. 3. Since 2008 Apple has been updating its Mac OSX yearly with 100s of new user features of which most of them are adopted from its iOS line. Hence, it has seen some phenomenal changes over the last few years iOS was released 4. Apple makes both, the OS and the Hardware. Apple controls every part of it. Since the OS is developed from scratch purely for the hardware, chances of failure and breakdown reduces. Moreover, Apple owns several hundred retail outlets throughout the world that provide various hardware, software and other services which helps shape the customer experience in the end. 5. Since Mac Store was launched it has become the most popular way for users to download and install Applications just like on an iPhone Disadvantages MAC : 1.Since it enjoys a minority share the number of Applications is low. 2. Mac only runs on an Apple hardware so ultimately the options for end users becomes limited. 3. The Support from community is not as vibrant as that of Windows. 4. Mac OS is relatively inexpensive compared to Windows however the cost of the Hardware...
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...1) Historically, what were Apple’s major competitive advantages? * Apple came back with their differentiation strategy. It was supported by a strong promotion campaign, with the goal of to ‘differentiate the Macintosh amid intense competition in the PC industry. Therefore Apple has always been a very innovative manufacturer and for a long time tried to produce a unique product which is easy to use. Apple’s competitive advantages are its control of software and hardware, marketing, digital asset management, retail strategy, product differentiation and Steve Job’s strategically decisions. Decisions such as switching to Intel processor resulted not only reduced power use & design ease but also made Macs able to run windows on it. Apple retails concept implements direct selling, creates first hand experience to customers, customer education, after sales service etc. With these advantages Apple built a barrier to five forces that shapes industry competition. * 2) Analyze the structure of the personal computer industry over the last 10 years. How have the dynamics of the PC industry changed? The shakeout of the decade-old personal computer industry came earlier than expected. Starting in 1990, a PC price war started to brew. Various companies began to cut prices on their existing product lines and at the same time rolled out lower-priced PC models. At the beginning of the 1990s the structure of the personal computer industry changed dramatically after...
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...Personal computer and Apples have been used by people for many years. In order to choose the right computer you should understand the advantages and disadvantages of each computer. You should also determine which computer would be most effective for your daily life. Personal computers and Apples computer, Mac, were developed back in the 70’s but have made major improvements since then. Personal computers first came out back in 1971. A single board computer was invented back in 1976 that were called Apple 1. Apple 2 was introduced in 1977. Microsoft introduced Windows in 1985. In 1984 Apple introduced the Macintosh personal computer that came with Mac OS software. Mac OS X software was introduced until 2001. A year later ITunes and iOS came out. The first microprocessor was invented in 1971 by Intel. Intel is the developer of memory chips and microprocessors. The first microprocessor for Apple was released in 1976 and it was called a Motorola 6800. The first Apple 1 computer was sold for around $660 dollars. The base price for the Apple 2 was $1298.00 and rose to $2638.00. Apple 1 was just a circuit board with no case but when Apple 2 was put on the market it contained a keyboard and a power supply although it did not include a screen. In 1981, an IBM computer sold for $1565 dollars. In today’s society personal computers are cheaper than Mac computers. Mac computers usually start around $900.00 or $2500.00 dollars where as you might find bundle packs for a personal computer around...
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...Running head: UNIX vs. MS vs. MAC 1 CIS-155 Final - UNIX vs. MS vs. MAC UNIX vs. MS vs. MAC 2 Abstract This paper will explore the history of UNIX, Microsoft (MS), and Macintosh (MAC) operating systems. Not only will I discuss the history of these systems, but I will also dive into the pros and cons of each. The benefits of each over its rivals will also be discussed. Keywords: open source, UNIX, Windows, UNIX vs. MS vs. MAC 3 The topic of what operating system is best has been a long and heated one. But, in the long run, UNIX will beat its rivals in most categories hands down. As the reader will see throughout this paper, undisputed evidence will be presented that will detail exactly how UNIX based operating systems are superior. Operating systems (OS‘s) are a means for users to communicate with the computer. Each OS provides a set of commands for directing the operation of the computer. Without these operating systems to help as interfaces, each user would have to learn the command syntax, which can be very difficult. These operating systems can be menu-driven, which provides a set of menus and lets users choose desired functions from then, or they can be icon-driven, known as a graphical user interface (GUI). GUIs are very common these days and with them, users can choose an icon, usually with a mouse, to activate...
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...APPLE CASE STUDY REPORT: APPLE COMPUTER 2006 HISTORICALLY REVIEW OF APPLE’S MAJOR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES Since founded, Apple aimed at providing customers with special premium products. Even though Steve Jobs made it Apple’s mission to bring an easy-to-use computer to every man, woman, and child, in the development of Apple, this brand is more and more focusing on a certain group of customers. Under Porter’s position theory, Apple could be categorized into “differentiation” and “focus”. Despite of some efforts to cover low price market, Apple could hardly be regarded as cost leader during its 30 years history. Apple’s major competitive advantages could be summarized by following aspects: DIFFERENTIATION: EASE OF USE As early as 1978, Apple launched the Apple II, a relatively simple machine that people could use straight out of the box. The Apple II set in motion a computing revolution that drove the PC industry to $1 billion in annual sales in less than three years. The ease of use property of Apple products help Apple develop fast from a newly founded company to the industry leader in less than five years. It was also mentioned that of retail customers who bought a Mac, 50% had switched from using a Windows machine. That could illustrate the ease of use of Apple in the way that despite of the switching cost, there is no huge technical barrier that prevents customers turning to Apple products even though they may be used to Windows products previously. DIFFERENTIATION:...
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...Over the years, Apple has developed certain aspects of competitive advantages that give them an edge over other companies, resulting in higher market share and returns. One of Apple’s biggest competitive advantages over the years, especially early on, was their ability to practice horizontal and vertical integration within the firm. This separated Apple from many other firms within the market, including their biggest rival early on, IBM. Rather than licensing to third parties, Apple also designed all of its products from scratch. This allows Apple to make changes quickly and react to any changes within the market, keeping them ahead of the game. One of Apple’s important competitive advantages is their investment in Research and Development (R&D). Over the years, Apple has consistently invested more in R&D compared to all of its competitors. This decision allows Apple to stay extremely innovative and ahead of their competitors. Rather than trying to catch up and “piggyback” off the devices of other companies, they are able to initiate new and upcoming trends before anyone else. This investment in R&D also gives Apple the ability to have a wide variety of product differentiation, also separating them from other firms and allowing them to interact in many different types of markets. Finally, it could be said that having Steve Jobs as a member and leader of the Apple team could be a competitive advantage....
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...Table of Contents Introduction 2 Human Aspect 3 Internet Security System10 Mobile Computing16 Conclusion21 References22 Introduction Background of the Company Apple was by two college dropout students: Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs with the motto of “Think Differently”. In the early 1980s, Steve Wozniak left the company and Steve Jobs hired John Sculley as the President of the company. After facing many failures, Apple launched its Macintosh computers for house hold users. In mid 1980s, Steve Jobs had to leave the company because of his controversial relations with the president. At that time John Sculley rejected the offer of Microsoft‘s CEO, Bill Gates to license the Macintosh operating system to Microsoft. After this refusal, Gates developed DOS operating system and in late 1980s, the competition between DOS and Macintosh decreased Apple's sale, workforce and resignation of John Sculley. So, Apple's current CEO planned to purchase Next Step operating system of Jobs in order to improve the Macintosh operating system. In late 90s Jobs again became the CEO of the company and be started surprising relations with Microsoft by developing a Macintosh version of office software. Apple also took cost saving measures like streamlining the product line, production of printers. Steve Jobs brought Apples' focus on two concepts of consumer series with the prefix “I” for internet like iMac, iBook laptop and professional with prefix “power” such as PowerMac desktop and PowerBook...
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...at as an unclean version of the newer Mac systems, they still compete toe to toe in all aspects of performance. Factors such as cost, reliability, customization, and endless others add to the conflict of which is better. Cost plays an important role when determining which system is better. With a Mac, there aren’t many options. They only offer three or four different prebuilt systems such as the iMac, MacBook, and Mac Pro. None of the options they offer are under 1000$, yet most run as high as 3800$. When choosing to purchase a prebuilt PC, there are dozens of alternatives that can be offered. A 500$ PC setup is usually enough for the average user. For gamers, a 1000$ PC will work completely fine on most game, on the other hand, a 1000$ MacBook would not even be able to run almost any modern game without major issues. Building your own PC has become the cheapest method of all. Online at sites, such as Newegg, offer more options and cheaper alternatives for hardware and software. Macs may have fewer viruses, but are expensive and become obsolete in a few short years. The same thing happens to PCs, except, they're cheaper. This shows that PC is much more cost effective, even though Mac has become extremely popular over the last few years. Reliability is yet another deciding element when faced with purchasing a new computer system. One always hopes they never run into any problems with their computers, but when problems do occur, both Mac and the PC have several deviated methods...
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...Innovation Management Sahil Sayal An Academic assessment of General Electric’s MAC 400 Electrocardiogram Machine (ECG) December 2013 M B A F T 6 G r e n o b l e G r a d u a t e S c h o o l o f B u s i n e s s , L o n d o n C a m p u s General Electric’s MAC 400 ECG Machine Word count: 3075 I would like to begin my discussion based on the following quote by Jeff Bezos. “I think frugality drives innovation, just like other constraints do. One of the only ways to get out of a tight box is to invent your way out” The world today is becoming more...
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...Case Study Apple Inc. 2008 — Document Transcript 1. Case Analysis: Apple Inc., 2008 Sairam Iyer XLRI GMP 034 11/6/2008 2. 1) Competitive Advantages: -Design and innovation oriented -Greater horizontal and vertical Integration -Designing from scratch to finish bundled with applications and peripherals. -‘’Plug and Play” solutions -R&D oriented -An everything ready device Firm Infrastructure HRM Technology Development PROCUREMENT Inbound Outbound Operations Marketing/Sales Service Logistics Logistics Alliances with Design & Horizontal & Plug and play I-tunes gives a major suppliers Innovation vertical solutions major edge Integration Linkages with Technology Complete bundle Operating system independent Driven of applications more secure, and software vendors less prone to virus attacks Collaborating I-pod—I-tunes Apple’s retail with other combo gives experience, new leaders. brand awareness mac consumers a push. bought more. Apple has been able to command a premium in the market and gain above average returns owing to its innovation and differentiation of technologically superior products. This learning and innovation in its products has led apple to leverage its expertise in the i-pod,i-phone, i-tunes, i-works suite of products. Over due course of time Apple has been able to perfect the chain of activities in Innovation and design leading to a fit between the activities which is difficult to imitate and hence offers them an edge over competitors. Diffusing products...
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...to purchase a copy as they cannot be shared. Coupled with the similarly inevitable cost of purchasing the also-ubiquitous Microsoft Office suite and it is easy to see how users may prefer to simply wait until they need to buy a new PC bundled with Microsoft. 2011 NOVEMBER 2, sinoun http://shiftwebsolutions.com/the-differences-between-mac-windows-and-linux/ Linux may be The cheapest, most easily available and customizable of the three, but the dominance of Windows it comes pre-installed on most machines, often deters home users from changing to this unfamiliar platform, while Linux may have a large number of community-sourced applications available, it does not offer as many professional quality one as the other systems. Minority use means some third party software as popular PC games is yet to have a Linux release. OS X is known for its excellent, intuitive user interface. Its main advantage to be that, due to inevitably having fewer users than windows there are far fewer viruses written for the system making it less vulnerable to attack, As well as being secure, the system is very stable, whilst maintaining high levels of performance – an advantage considering the impressive range of professional applications available. Linux has the immediate benefit of being free to obtain, and available for use without restrictions. It is open source with a large, supportive community building a seemingly infinite range of free applications for use on Linux machines. Many distributions of...
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...it still lacked a microprocessor with speed and compatible software. In 1985, Jobs was removed from his operational role and eventually left the company to start up a new company called NeXT. After this Apple struggled with establishing a sustainable strategy and suffered an up and down history. Finally, when Steve Jobs returned and was made CEO of Apple in 1997, Apple finally saw the turnaround it needed. He quickly shook things up and established relationships with Microsoft and Intel, which would take Apple’s PC to new heights. In January 2007, three decades after its incorporation, Apple Computer shed the second word in its name and became Apple Inc. With that move, the computer company fundamentally shifted from just being a vendor of Mac computers and expanded it business into consumer electronics. Apple is not only providing a product to customers, but they wanted to dominate their industry and add to the perception of the use of consumer electronics in...
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...Outline I. Introduction MAC OS X is the operating system that is currently being utilized by every MAC being sold. According to “Apple” (2016), “Built on a rock-solid Unix foundation, it’s engineered to take full advantage of what the hardware is capable of”. One of the more popular choices due to its commercial success, MAC OS is a very user-friendly operating system that allows you to work throughout numerous MAS OS devices. II. Memory Management a. Divides random access memory into two sections 1. Differs from Windows and Linux b. Uses system partition 1. Begins at lowest byte of memory 2. Extends upward c. Uses application partition 1. Uses memory contained in its own partition 2. Divided into three parts (Stack, Heap, Global Variables) d. Memory outside of system available for allocation 1. Have multiple applications open and running simultaneously III. Process Management a. Ran by application known as Activity Monitor 1. Comprised of two sections 2. User-Friendly b. Process List 1. View and manage all processes 2. Given Process ID (PID) 3. Unique identifier number c. System Statistics 1. Overview of total load on system 2. Divided into 5 sub categories (CPU, System Memory, Disk Activity, Disk Usage, Network) IV. File Management a. Designed to manage files to reduce disk and hardware usage. 1. MAC OS uses user-friendly software b. Two different applications to manage files 1. Finder 2. Spotlight V. Security a. MAC OS is designed with technologies...
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...A report based on the case “Apple inc. in 2010” (David B.Yoffie and Renée Kim) January 28th, 2012 Introduction Apple Inc. is an American multinational corporation that designs and sells consumer electronics, computer software and personal computers. The company's best-known hardware products are the Macintosh line of computers, the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad. Apple’s software includes the Mac OS X operating system; the iTunes media browser; Aperture, a professional photography package; the Safari web browser; and iOS, a mobile operating system. Fortune magazine named Apple the most admired company in the world from 2008 to 2011. But Apple experienced its share of difficulties in the 80s and was nearly bankrupt when Steve Jobs returned to the company to reclaim his position as CEO in 1997, after a 12 year hiatus. Jobs’ return signaled Apple’s turnaround, and the company’s strategy was redefined as it evolved to focus on the mobile world and the digital lifestyle of home consumers. This report will review Apple’s core competencies and the competitive advantage that has contributed to its unprecedented market success and phenomenal profitability. Apple inc. Core Competencies Apple’s most significant core competency has without a doubt been its ability to continuously innovate. In the past 10 years, Apple has successfully launched five legitimately life-changing innovations: the ipod, itunes, the ipad, the iphone and the Apple Apps have each altered the way people...
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... But actually it only have two ports. Every system card has acquired a MAC address. This address is globally unique and is decorated on the card while it was constructed. In the Ethernet, every packet will get its own source-MAC and the destination-MAC. Switches, network cards, etc. will not look at the IP addresses. They only use the MAC-Addresses to find destination objective for a packet. The MAC-Addresses are used to find the destinations for packet in a local system. They are tossed at routers, and so on that actually utilizes the IP addresses for their sets. Suppose that if we have two equipment’s, 10.01.0.1 and 10.01.0.2 that are linked with a switch. 10.01.0.1 Needs to transmit a packet to 10.01.0.2. We know Ethernet only uses MAC-Address. So 10.01.0.1 get to stick the MAC-Location of 10.01.0.2 previously the IP packet so that it can be sent into the system. Within that time 10.01.0.1 does not recognize that address. Now 10.01.0.1 sends an ARP packet and then asks the question for each device that "do you get the location 10.01.0.1? We have request to send your mac location to me and my MAC-Location is aaaa". This packet will show to the whole scheme and does not want a destination MAC. 10.01.0.2 will response and sends it MAC-address to 10.01.0.1 it now will stick the address of 10.01.0.2 before the IP packet which at this time can be sent to the system. Q5 Answer: Centralized Routing Advantage This routing protocol work with manually configured routing table. ...
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