Re: Macs and a Viable Alternative for State Agencies to Consider

[Richard Gardenhire]

I use Windows (albeit rarely these days) for games and certain chat 
clients, as well as to listen to Freedombox audio content.  That, 
having been said, I look forward to the day when I can use the Mac, 
solely for my business, as well as, recreational activities.  That day, 
I believe, is getting closer.  I was always taught, from the time I 
left Kansas, in 1970, till now, that I have to assess my needs and 
weigh them according to what's going to help me tap into the 
marketshare for my work, regardless of what I do.  The Apple 2GS was 
the first computer I learned to use, in the 1980's, and I'm glad I came 
back to the operating system I love.  However, I'm thankful for what 
litttle knowledge of Windows I do have, and am able to maintain.  As 
they say in Kansas, "It ain't much, but it gets me to where I want to 
go."  And to coin an old company phrase, used by AT&T, years ago, "We 
may be the only phone company in town, but we try not to act like it."  
Sure, I would love to get as many blind people on the "good foot," and 
join the Mac Revolution, but a reality check tells me there's a long 
way before we get to that point, and there's room at the proverbial 
table for everybody, regardless of their need.  Using both my Mac 
machines, I feel quite comfortable, but sometimes I am willing to "step 
out of my comfort zone" if I have to, which I find rare, these days.  
Richie Gardenhire, Anchorage, Alaska.

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