Portable v. desktop systems?
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Mobile attorneys should maintain desktop computers in addition to their notebook computers. Although notebooks offer distinct advantages over desktops such as saved space and convenience, they also have significant disadvantages. First, lawyers will be severely inconvenienced if their portables are out of service and they lack backup computers configured for their work. Second, portable computers are more easily stolen than stationary desktops. In fact, SafeWare reports that more than 250,000 notebooks were reported stolen in 1996. Third, while backing up notebooks works well in theory, it is estimated that under 5% of notebook users actually back up their files on a weekly basis. Finally, redundant machines allow users to maintain two correctly configured computers for easy data transfers. The bottom line is that desktops protect confidential work and client information that is vital to a productive practice.
Publication Name: Law Office Computing
Subject: Law
ISSN: 1055-128X
Year: 1997
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The state of the Macintosh in the Law Office: 1995
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Apple's 680X0- and PowerPC-based Macintoshes are being adopted by lawyers and the legal industry in ever-increasing numbers as drawbacks associated with Intel systems become more widely known. Apple has made its computers more appealing by building in PC and Ethernet compability through such features as the PC Exchange utility included with the System 7.5 operating system. Apple's DOS Compatability Card is essentially a PC motherboard that can be added to a Power Macintosh to run PC programs just as fast as on an Intel-compatible machine. A number of new legal applications for the Macintosh, such as TrialMaker, Managing Partner and Law Office Manager, have been made available as well.
Publication Name: Law Office Computing
Subject: Law
ISSN: 1055-128X
Year: 1995
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Macintosh legal comeback
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Apple's Macintosh microcomputer is making a comeback in law offices. Various reasons are cited for choosing a Mac instead of a Windows-based computer. For example, downtime and reliance on consultants tends to be reduced. Resale values are higher, and periods until obsolescence are lengthened. Susceptibility to viruses is lessened. And many people say Macs are easier and more fun to use.
Publication Name: Law Office Computing
Subject: Law
ISSN: 1055-128X
Year: 2000
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