Re: Mac vs PC users

[mattgras -at- comcast -dot- net]

Mac or PC, the issue's the same -- how to provide the right level of information to your target audience. 



That said, there's another consideration. Providing too much information might make sophisticated users impatient: but providing inadequate information could absolutely stymie novice users. 



matt 
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From: "Deborah Hemstreet" <dvora -at- tech-challenged -dot- com> 
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Sent: Tuesday, July 6, 2010 7:03:13 AM 
Subject: Mac vs PC users 

ÂÂHi all, 

Are there any studies out there that anyone knows of that compare how 
MAC users interact with computers compared to PC users? 

Are MAC users quicker learners? 

I"m writing some Help for a MAC application, and a lot of the feedback I 
get is, EVERYONE knows this - you don't have to explain it (such as what 
happens when I click File > Save, or what an Action button is, etc. 

Your thoughts would be appreciated. 

Deborah 

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