"Five Things That Work in All Applications"

On Mac computers, there are five notable features that are present in nearly all applications. The first feature is the file menu; this menu can be found while using any application on a Mac. The file menu is where you will find commands such as "new," "open," "save," "close," and "print." Conveniently, the file menu on a Mac operating system contains many of the same commands as those in the file menu on a Windows operating system.  The second feature is a group of commands known as "cut," "copy," and "paste," which can be found under the edit menu. This group of commands is most often found in and used in applications involving typing and word processing. The third feature is another group of commands known as "undo" and "redo." The "undo" command does exactly what it says; it allows you to undo a mistake that you might have made, such as deleting text. "Redo," also known as "repeat," is slightly less common in all applications and allows you redo what you have just undone. The fourth feature found in virtually all applications on a Mac is preference settings. Preference settings allow you to change and adjust the way the application runs and behaves. Preference settings on a Mac can be found by clicking on the application's name in the upper left corner. The fifth and final feature that works in all Mac applications is a help menu. As its name suggests, the help menu is where you go if you need help using and operating the application. It often contains instructions, updates, and tutorials pertaining to the application that you are using.

"Laptop vs. Desktop Computers"

The educational video "Laptop vs. Desktop Computers" from Lynda.com was very informational and provided several pros and cons concerning both laptop and desktop computers. Laptop computers, also known as notebook computers, are very lightweight and portable while still embodying as much power and memory as desktop computers.  Therefore, laptops are ideal for people who need to travel with their computer.  On the other hand, desktop computers are designed to remain in one stationary place such as a desk.  Although laptop computers can be just as powerful as desktops, laptops tend to be bit more expensive. Both laptops and desktops can be easily upgraded and can  have additional monitors hooked up to them for easier viewing. Ultimately, both laptops and desktops are powerful computers, but both have their pros and cons.