[info-tech] iPad pro/con
I agree with Kurt and Tony that people shouldn't just lap up anything Apple throws out there. I'm a big fan of Apple's stuff, but it's not perfect, and I use a lot of non-Apple stuff (to the frequent irritation of my Apple reps). However, I also agree with Lance that Apple provides some great hardware and software tools that fit well into our educational goals, and the price issue is not as clear as it seems at first glance. Contrary to popular belief, Apple users are not generally stupid, and we do look at the pros and cons of stuff before investing good money. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65
RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
Thanks, Tony, that's good constructive criticism that we need. Now, does anybody have the answers to those questions? Tim From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 10:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Observing the keynote video on the product it is impressive but then so is my Blackberry Storm 2 cell phone, works pretty much the same only smaller has WiFi, Bluetooth, etc. Can even read the New York Times on it. IPad will need to grow a bit to adapt to a very large market of software products that have become industry standards such as the Microsoft Office. I know IPad has 802.11N wireless for connectivity but how will it work on my Windows Server network? If I adopt it for education can I maintain my CIPA compliancy via hardware already owned or will I have to scrap everything and spend a ton of money to adapt to apple? Will it be a good research replacement for my High School Media Center without breaking the bank? I don't think I would place a large order anytime soon for this product but would like to have one for myself to play with. Looks like something fun for the home. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] iPad pro/con I agree with Kurt and Tony that people shouldn't just lap up anything Apple throws out there. I'm a big fan of Apple's stuff, but it's not perfect, and I use a lot of non-Apple stuff (to the frequent irritation of my Apple reps). However, I also agree with Lance that Apple provides some great hardware and software tools that fit well into our educational goals, and the price issue is not as clear as it seems at first glance. Contrary to popular belief, Apple users are not generally stupid, and we do look at the pros and cons of stuff before investing good money. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65
RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
Student just emailed me this (lol): It looks pretty cool. There were a few things about it that would be negatives to me, though. Its lack of a built in usb port, for one, and an sd card slot. And that you can't run full programs on it, even though it has a full sized screen and is probably powerful enough. I don't know if that would be enough to stop me from buying it, though. Do you think, maybe, there could be a possibility that Apple would provide free iPads to a couple outstanding, technologically pioneering students of Iowa's first ever Apple Outstanding School? It could be good publicity. And, said student would be willing to make a video about how awesome Apple is and post it on Youtube, all using Apple products, thus creating even more publicity. Just a thought. Seriously, though... From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 10:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Thanks, Tony, that's good constructive criticism that we need. Now, does anybody have the answers to those questions? Tim From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 10:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Observing the keynote video on the product it is impressive but then so is my Blackberry Storm 2 cell phone, works pretty much the same only smaller has WiFi, Bluetooth, etc. Can even read the New York Times on it. IPad will need to grow a bit to adapt to a very large market of software products that have become industry standards such as the Microsoft Office. I know IPad has 802.11N wireless for connectivity but how will it work on my Windows Server network? If I adopt it for education can I maintain my CIPA compliancy via hardware already owned or will I have to scrap everything and spend a ton of money to adapt to apple? Will it be a good research replacement for my High School Media Center without breaking the bank? I don't think I would place a large order anytime soon for this product but would like to have one for myself to play with. Looks like something fun for the home. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] iPad pro/con I agree with Kurt and Tony that people shouldn't just lap up anything Apple throws out there. I'm a big fan of Apple's stuff, but it's not perfect, and I use a lot of non-Apple stuff (to the frequent irritation of my Apple reps). However, I also agree with Lance that Apple provides some great hardware and software tools that fit well into our educational goals, and the price issue is not as clear as it seems at first glance. Contrary to popular belief, Apple users are not generally stupid, and we do look at the pros and cons of stuff before investing good money. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65
[info-tech] Web Cams
Does anyone have specific web cams with microphones that they would recommend? I have a group of teachers ready to go buy some, and I'd really like to get my 2 cents in about what people have used and recommend. Thanks! Sarah Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 The important thing is not to stop questioning. - Albert Einstein
RE: [info-tech] Web Cams
Sarah, Jim Kerns recommended the Logitech 9000 to me about a month ago and we bought some. I could not be happier with the quality. They are a bit more expensive than the basic webcam however. Chad From: Sarah Freking [mailto:sfrek...@slcsd.org] Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 11:27 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Web Cams Does anyone have specific web cams with microphones that they would recommend? I have a group of teachers ready to go buy some, and I'd really like to get my 2 cents in about what people have used and recommend. Thanks! Sarah Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 The important thing is not to stop questioning. - Albert Einstein
RE: [info-tech] Web Cams
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RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
Ok Tim, I will agree that you ar not a mindless fanboi of Apple's. Actually all of the techs in the AEA are top notch, we couldn't survive under these conditions if we weren't. But there is something about the mindless masses and their obsession with Apple. It's disturbing. Last april, I met a guy who had bought an Iphone because he wanted to run an app that allowed him to zero in a sniper rifle more quickly. Those of you that know me know that I consider this a useful app for a portable computer. The problem was this guy did not own a gun, but he went on and on about how great this phone was for snipers. I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. But you see a lot of this sort of thing (if you ride a bike you know it's not limited to computers), and the hype turns me off. Ok, I haven't done all that much research into the ipad, but here's where I see the problems being for education and pretty much anyone else. As I understand it, there really isn't any practical way to place content on the ipad except through Apple approved vendors. Let's leave out what that means for porn consumption, and consider that you will have be regimented into approved software, and possibly content. While you may like the software, I like the choice, it's none of their damn business how I use my computer. Also, I understand this thing will not multi-task. What's up with that? Does that mean I can't run my browser while doing a batch convert of pics while watching a movie and monitoring my email? If so, did I just step into a time warp to 1993? What's the deal with no SD slot? SD is kinda the default medium of the modern age. I have SD in my camera, my phone, my TV, and my next car will probably have it. Apple is not looking all that cutting edge. Honestly the new MSI tablet is looking way better, and that doesn't hold a candle to the Levono offering. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us on behalf of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thu 1/28/2010 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] iPad pro/con I agree with Kurt and Tony that people shouldn't just lap up anything Apple throws out there. I'm a big fan of Apple's stuff, but it's not perfect, and I use a lot of non-Apple stuff (to the frequent irritation of my Apple reps). However, I also agree with Lance that Apple provides some great hardware and software tools that fit well into our educational goals, and the price issue is not as clear as it seems at first glance. Contrary to popular belief, Apple users are not generally stupid, and we do look at the pros and cons of stuff before investing good money. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com/ iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 winmail.dat
RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
Kurt, Yeah, I'm totally with you that the iPad isn't right for many people or applications. And I'm also with you about the fanboy effect. But there are fanboys on all sides. I've been reading reviews of this thing on respectable tech websites that are basically, It won't do blank, so it's a complete POS. And they literally used the term POS. Please. It's designed to do certain things well at the expense of other things. If it doesn't do what you need, then by all means don't buy it. The App Store and approved apps business is a double-edged sword. It is limiting, but assures to some extent that things work seamlessly. I have an iPod Touch and a BlackBerry Storm, both very similar in terms of hardware (actually, I think the BB is better in terms of hardware, but that's for another discussion). I download a LOT of apps on both of them. The Touch always works totally flawlessly. Apps never crash, things switch quickly and smoothly, videos and music play flawlessly, etc. Not the case on the BB. Constantly finding apps that don't work properly, it crashes frequently (requiring me to pull the battery out to reset it), and when using it as an internet tether, it's constantly disconnecting for no reason. Also, the user interface is clumsy, slow and jerky compared to the Touch. Videos and music don't play as well. Etc. HOWEVER, I don't have to go through the BB App World to install stuff. So, it's a matter of what's important to you: freedom to put whatever damn app you want on the thing, or the assurance that the ones you do won't screw up (too badly). There are legitimate complaints about the closed architecture of the Touch/iPhone, but there is a reason for it, too. A smooth, seamless experience is something that Apple is going for, and that Apple users appreciate. Your mileage may vary. I don't give a crap what anybody chooses to buy and use. Getting into a flame war over platforms is like watching teenagers going Ford RULEZ - Chevy SUXXX!111one~!!. Waste of time. Believe me, I see a bit of the fanboy thing when I go to an Apple seminar and open up my HP/Win7 laptop. Like I have to apologize for not needing more than what a $600 laptop can do for me. But I also resent it when people imply that Apple users are so dumb they'll happily pay too much money for crap that doesn't work. There are people like that in all camps. Believe me, I would LOVE to be able to say, From now on, it's all Linux, and screw the corporations altogether. :-D --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of McKenney, Kurt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:19 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Ok Tim, I will agree that you ar not a mindless fanboi of Apple's. Actually all of the techs in the AEA are top notch, we couldn't survive under these conditions if we weren't. But there is something about the mindless masses and their obsession with Apple. It's disturbing. Last april, I met a guy who had bought an Iphone because he wanted to run an app that allowed him to zero in a sniper rifle more quickly. Those of you that know me know that I consider this a useful app for a portable computer. The problem was this guy did not own a gun, but he went on and on about how great this phone was for snipers. I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. But you see a lot of this sort of thing (if you ride a bike you know it's not limited to computers), and the hype turns me off. Ok, I haven't done all that much research into the ipad, but here's where I see the problems being for education and pretty much anyone else. As I understand it, there really isn't any practical way to place content on the ipad except through Apple approved vendors. Let's leave out what that means for porn consumption, and consider that you will have be regimented into approved software, and possibly content. While you may like the software, I like the choice, it's none of their damn business how I use my computer. Also, I understand this thing will not multi-task. What's up with that? Does that mean I can't run my browser while doing a batch convert of pics while watching a movie and monitoring my email? If so, did I just step into a time warp to 1993? What's the deal with no SD slot? SD is kinda the default medium of the modern age. I have SD in my camera, my phone, my TV, and my next car will probably have it. Apple is not looking all that cutting edge. Honestly the new MSI tablet is looking way better, and that doesn't hold a candle to the Levono offering. _ From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us on behalf of Timothy A.
RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
Believe me, I would LOVE to be able to say, From now on, it's all Linux, and screw the corporations altogether. :-D Someday the Revolution will come... From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 3:00 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Kurt, Yeah, I'm totally with you that the iPad isn't right for many people or applications. And I'm also with you about the fanboy effect. But there are fanboys on all sides. I've been reading reviews of this thing on respectable tech websites that are basically, It won't do blank, so it's a complete POS. And they literally used the term POS. Please. It's designed to do certain things well at the expense of other things. If it doesn't do what you need, then by all means don't buy it. The App Store and approved apps business is a double-edged sword. It is limiting, but assures to some extent that things work seamlessly. I have an iPod Touch and a BlackBerry Storm, both very similar in terms of hardware (actually, I think the BB is better in terms of hardware, but that's for another discussion). I download a LOT of apps on both of them. The Touch always works totally flawlessly. Apps never crash, things switch quickly and smoothly, videos and music play flawlessly, etc. Not the case on the BB. Constantly finding apps that don't work properly, it crashes frequently (requiring me to pull the battery out to reset it), and when using it as an internet tether, it's constantly disconnecting for no reason. Also, the user interface is clumsy, slow and jerky compared to the Touch. Videos and music don't play as well. Etc. HOWEVER, I don't have to go through the BB App World to install stuff. So, it's a matter of what's important to you: freedom to put whatever damn app you want on the thing, or the assurance that the ones you do won't screw up (too badly). There are legitimate complaints about the closed architecture of the Touch/iPhone, but there is a reason for it, too. A smooth, seamless experience is something that Apple is going for, and that Apple users appreciate. Your mileage may vary. I don't give a crap what anybody chooses to buy and use. Getting into a flame war over platforms is like watching teenagers going Ford RULEZ - Chevy SUXXX!111one~!!. Waste of time. Believe me, I see a bit of the fanboy thing when I go to an Apple seminar and open up my HP/Win7 laptop. Like I have to apologize for not needing more than what a $600 laptop can do for me. But I also resent it when people imply that Apple users are so dumb they'll happily pay too much money for crap that doesn't work. There are people like that in all camps. Believe me, I would LOVE to be able to say, From now on, it's all Linux, and screw the corporations altogether. :-D --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of McKenney, Kurt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:19 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Ok Tim, I will agree that you ar not a mindless fanboi of Apple's. Actually all of the techs in the AEA are top notch, we couldn't survive under these conditions if we weren't. But there is something about the mindless masses and their obsession with Apple. It's disturbing. Last april, I met a guy who had bought an Iphone because he wanted to run an app that allowed him to zero in a sniper rifle more quickly. Those of you that know me know that I consider this a useful app for a portable computer. The problem was this guy did not own a gun, but he went on and on about how great this phone was for snipers. I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. But you see a lot of this sort of thing (if you ride a bike you know it's not limited to computers), and the hype turns me off. Ok, I haven't done all that much research into the ipad, but here's where I see the problems being for education and pretty much anyone else. As I understand it, there really isn't any practical way to place content on the ipad except through Apple approved vendors. Let's leave out what that means for porn consumption, and consider that you will have be regimented into approved software, and possibly content. While you may like the software, I like the choice, it's none of their damn business how I use my computer. Also, I understand this thing will not multi-task. What's up with that? Does that mean I can't run my browser while doing a batch convert of pics while watching a movie and monitoring my email? If so, did I just step into a time warp to 1993? What's the deal
RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con
And here's a website that sort of makes your case, Kurt. http://arstechnica.com/apple/news/2010/01/ars-ipad-reax.ars Tim From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of McKenney, Kurt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:19 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Ok Tim, I will agree that you ar not a mindless fanboi of Apple's. Actually all of the techs in the AEA are top notch, we couldn't survive under these conditions if we weren't. But there is something about the mindless masses and their obsession with Apple. It's disturbing. Last april, I met a guy who had bought an Iphone because he wanted to run an app that allowed him to zero in a sniper rifle more quickly. Those of you that know me know that I consider this a useful app for a portable computer. The problem was this guy did not own a gun, but he went on and on about how great this phone was for snipers. I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. But you see a lot of this sort of thing (if you ride a bike you know it's not limited to computers), and the hype turns me off. Ok, I haven't done all that much research into the ipad, but here's where I see the problems being for education and pretty much anyone else. As I understand it, there really isn't any practical way to place content on the ipad except through Apple approved vendors. Let's leave out what that means for porn consumption, and consider that you will have be regimented into approved software, and possibly content. While you may like the software, I like the choice, it's none of their damn business how I use my computer. Also, I understand this thing will not multi-task. What's up with that? Does that mean I can't run my browser while doing a batch convert of pics while watching a movie and monitoring my email? If so, did I just step into a time warp to 1993? What's the deal with no SD slot? SD is kinda the default medium of the modern age. I have SD in my camera, my phone, my TV, and my next car will probably have it. Apple is not looking all that cutting edge. Honestly the new MSI tablet is looking way better, and that doesn't hold a candle to the Levono offering. _ From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us on behalf of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thu 1/28/2010 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] iPad pro/con I agree with Kurt and Tony that people shouldn't just lap up anything Apple throws out there. I'm a big fan of Apple's stuff, but it's not perfect, and I use a lot of non-Apple stuff (to the frequent irritation of my Apple reps). However, I also agree with Lance that Apple provides some great hardware and software tools that fit well into our educational goals, and the price issue is not as clear as it seems at first glance. Contrary to popular belief, Apple users are not generally stupid, and we do look at the pros and cons of stuff before investing good money. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com/ iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 attachment: winmail.dat
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I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of McKenney, Kurt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 3:22 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Believe me, I would LOVE to be able to say, From now on, it's all Linux, and screw the corporations altogether. :-D Someday the Revolution will come... From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 3:00 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Kurt, Yeah, I'm totally with you that the iPad isn't right for many people or applications. And I'm also with you about the fanboy effect. But there are fanboys on all sides. I've been reading reviews of this thing on respectable tech websites that are basically, It won't do blank, so it's a complete POS. And they literally used the term POS. Please. It's designed to do certain things well at the expense of other things. If it doesn't do what you need, then by all means don't buy it. The App Store and approved apps business is a double-edged sword. It is limiting, but assures to some extent that things work seamlessly. I have an iPod Touch and a BlackBerry Storm, both very similar in terms of hardware (actually, I think the BB is better in terms of hardware, but that's for another discussion). I download a LOT of apps on both of them. The Touch always works totally flawlessly. Apps never crash, things switch quickly and smoothly, videos and music play flawlessly, etc. Not the case on the BB. Constantly finding apps that don't work properly, it crashes frequently (requiring me to pull the battery out to reset it), and when using it as an internet tether, it's constantly disconnecting for no reason. Also, the user interface is clumsy, slow and jerky compared to the Touch. Videos and music don't play as well. Etc. HOWEVER, I don't have to go through the BB App World to install stuff. So, it's a matter of what's important to you: freedom to put whatever damn app you want on the thing, or the assurance that the ones you do won't screw up (too badly). There are legitimate complaints about the closed architecture of the Touch/iPhone, but there is a reason for it, too. A smooth, seamless experience is something that Apple is going for, and that Apple users appreciate. Your mileage may vary. I don't give a crap what anybody chooses to buy and use. Getting into a flame war over platforms is like watching teenagers going Ford RULEZ - Chevy SUXXX!111one~!!. Waste of time. Believe me, I see a bit of the fanboy thing when I go to an Apple seminar and open up my HP/Win7 laptop. Like I have to apologize for not needing more than what a $600 laptop can do for me. But I also resent it when people imply that Apple users are so dumb they'll happily pay too much money for crap that doesn't work. There are people like that in all camps. Believe me, I would LOVE to be able to say, From now on, it's all Linux, and screw the corporations altogether. :-D --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of McKenney, Kurt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:19 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] iPad pro/con Ok Tim, I will agree that you ar not a mindless fanboi of Apple's. Actually all of the techs in the AEA are top notch, we couldn't survive under these conditions if we weren't. But there is something about the mindless masses and their obsession with Apple. It's disturbing. Last april, I met a guy who had bought an Iphone because he wanted to run an app that allowed him to zero in a sniper rifle more quickly. Those of you that know me know that I consider this a useful app for a portable computer. The problem was this guy did not own a gun, but he went on and on about how great this phone was for snipers. I know, you're thinking this was not a healthy person, and you are right. But you see a lot of this sort of thing (if you ride a bike you know it's not limited to computers), and the hype turns me off. Ok, I haven't done all that much research into the ipad, but here's where I see the problems being for education and pretty much anyone else. As I understand it, there really isn't any practical way to place content on the ipad except through Apple approved vendors. Let's leave out what that means for porn consumption, and consider that you will have be regimented into approved software, and possibly content. While you may like the software, I like the choice, it's none of their damn
RE: [info-tech] Potential Textbook Application for Microsoft Courier
Funniest quote yet in a platform flame war: That's Microsoft for you. Take a golden idea, bend it over, and shove a pineapple up its butt. From the gizmodo article below. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Stanzel, Matt Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 3:15 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Potential Textbook Application for Microsoft Courier http://msftkitchen.com/2010/01/microsofts-electronic-textbook-potential-cour ier-app.html Imagine, every student with their very own Courier and an application like this to store all of their reading materials, assignments, homework, in-class recordings, and more. For those not familiar with Microsoft's tablet, a little background: http://gizmodo.com/5365299/courier-first-details-of-microsofts-secret-tablet
