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History of the Macbook
A laptop created by the Apple brand and the successor to the Ibook, the latest Macbook is available in two models: Macbook Air and Macbook Pro. The general public and professionals were immediately captivated by its advantages:
• Battery life of 10 hours
• Screen and LED backlight
• Durable case
• Easy replacement of memory and hard drive
• Advanced connectivity (Ethernet port, USB port, Firewire 800 port, built-in webcam, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth)
• Silence
• Magnetic closure system (magnets located along the screen for easy and aesthetic closure) and power cable to avoid mechanical resistance when disconnecting.
Ultraportable Macbook Air
The successor to the Macbook, with the same advantages, the Macbook Air is also lighter and even more aesthetically pleasing. However, its autonomy is reduced compared to the Macbook (an average of 5 hours of Internet work), as is its scalability, since it is not possible to add RAM or replace the hard drive. Macbook Air products are available in two categories:
• Entry level: ideal for sellers or mobile professionals, it is very light and easy to transport. Memory: 2 or 4 GB. Price: 950 euros or 1150 euros.
• Best in its class: very responsive, fast and quiet startup and file opening. Memory: 4 GB. Price: 1250 or 1500 euros.
The evolving Macbook Pro
The scalable Macbook Pro
The thin and light Macbook Pro is designed to last. In fact, it is easier to upgrade (the ability to replace the hard drive or add memory without any special technical knowledge), and this at a good price/quality ratio. From students to professional photographers, it is aimed at a wide range of consumers.
In addition to the advantages of the Macbook, the Macbook Pro offers a large trackpad that allows intuitive and ergonomic control of the computer, a battery with an average life of 5 years and a good cooling system. It is available in several screen sizes for different offers:
• 13-inch screen: ideal for office work. Memory: 4 GB. Price: 1150 to 1450 euros.
• 15-inch screen: faster, it is the best value for money in the Macbook Pro range. 4 GB of memory. Price: 1750 to 2150 euros depending on the product (entry-level, mid-range, high-end).
• 17-inch screen: very high-end. It is a bit bulkier and heavier, but offers additional benefits such as very long battery life and plenty of USB ports. Recommended for desktop use. Memory: 4 GB. Price: around 2250 euros.
How much does computer maintenance cost?
Explore the different computer maintenance prices and billing formulas to suit your needs and get a free quote.
Computer component
IT maintenance contracts are complex items that need to be carefully considered before entering into a contract. Depending on your needs, the size of your company or the specifics of your business, the price of IT maintenance will vary and you will have to choose between different pricing plans.
Computer maintenance cost per ticket
The IT maintenance contract you sign up for can take the form of a service through the purchase of a ticket. Purchasing a ticket is a particularly simple and flexible solution, allowing you to precisely match the scope of interventions with the price of the IT maintenance you pay. In addition, the more tickets you buy, the more you benefit from reduced costs.
The main characteristics of maintenance tickets are as follows:
- They can be used for any service: installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, telephone assistance, etc.;
- Their validity is limited in time;
- If the ticket has not been used by the expiration date, you can benefit from preventive maintenance.
Some maintenance companies offer different types of maintenance tickets:
- Standard ticket: interventions within 48 or 72 hours. Approximate price for a set of 10 tickets: 469 euros, including tax;
- Ticket +: interventions within 24 or 48 hours. Approximate price for a set of 10 tickets: 589 euros, including tax.
Package
The price of computer maintenance at a fixed rate implies an hourly rate or a fee for the service . Using a fixed-rate solution, your IT support contract allows you to benefit from regular monitoring of your IT assets. If solutions are planned to prevent IT disasters, a curative intervention is also included in the contract. The package includes all the time spent by network specialists and engineers to detect, repair or update your computer system. This way, the price of your IT maintenance remains stable.
For example, under a monthly plan, you have a certain number of hours covered by the support contract. If all your hours are not used, they can be rolled over to a longer period (e.g. 12 months).
The bundle option is a particularly flexible option. You know the cost of your IT service in advance and avoid unpleasant surprises related to inflated bills that can occur if you choose the service ticket option.
Unlimited Service
This is the most advanced service contract, as you can contact the computer service company according to your needs without causing an increase in the price of your computer service. These unlimited interventions concern preventive, curative or even progressive maintenance services.
Most often, this type of maintenance contract is concluded annually. Help can be provided remotely or on-site.
The payment for this type of contract can be fixed per month, per quarter, per semester or per year.
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