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To: Jonathan Bird who wrote (12991)	5/6/1998 11:39:00 PM
From: Travis	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 213177

Some would say a computer without the ability to import and export files is nearly useless. In the future (3-5 years maybe) when most homes have high speed access to the net this computer will be great. But for now it is missing critical features to compete in the market. Too many people are evaluating the iMac based on what THEY think a good mac is. Unfortunately, almost none of us are in the target market for the iMac. Think in terms of the target market for the product. It's for a typical consumer whose overriding goals are to get on the internet easily, play games, and use simple-to-moderately complex productivity software. I can't believe that I can't find a single person that recognizes the major importance of being able to press a button on the machine and be instantly connected to the internet. hello?!?!? Also, the lack of a floppy is NOT as tragic as it seems when you think of the kind of the person who this is targeted at. The software this user will use will 99.9% come on CD-ROM or over the internet or via a network. By skipping on the floppy, Apple is BARELY leaving anyone out of the ability to do work and have fun, yet is able to cut costs. This is one of the best things that Apple could cut while affecting the least amount of people. Now, if they had only realized a 56K modem was the way to go rather than a 33.6....... :)

To: Jonathan Bird who wrote (12991)	5/7/1998 1:47:00 AM
From: IanBruce	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 213177

And I sure hope HP can come through with some afordable USB printers in time for the launch or this thing is is really gonna hit the market with a thud. Little dramatic, don't you think? Like PowerBooks, the iMac has an IR port - and HP already makes dozens of competitively priced IrDA-compliant DeskJet and LaserJet printers (just check their web-site). I myself have sold half a dozen HP portables along with G3 and 1400 series PowerBooks. No cables, no fuss, no USB needed. They're very cool. Ian Bruce New York, NY