One of our challenges with teaching computer programs is having students using both a P.C. and a MacIntosh for classes. I do not own a Mac, but have become familiar enough with the platform to address issues that come up. I believe we need to accommodate both platforms. Many industries dealing with graphic design use Macs instead of P.C.s. Just watch a trailer on how Avatar was created and you will see they all use Macs.
Mac users are defensive when it comes to their computers. They think Macs are the best and why would a person use a P.C.? I try to stay out of this discussion as everyone is entitled to their opinion. The books I choose address the difference between these two platforms. I also have notes to show how to use each; even though there are some that never read my notes.
It would be helpful sometimes in answering some questions that arise if I had both types of computers. Fortunately, I have friends with Macs that can help me out sometimes, as well as some of my students. I have no problem asking student’s for an answer. It makes them feel important and why not?
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