PR Newswire
March 2, 1998
Apple Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq:
AAPL) today announced the availability a new communications package for the
Power Macintosh G3 (233 MHz Minitower model). Available through retail and
Apple authorized resellers, this configuration offers a built-in 56Kbps modem
and a suite of top-of-the-line communications software.
With a built-in 56Kbps modem and latest in communications capabilities,
the new Power Macintosh G3 retail configuration is ideal for customers seeking
easy access to the Internet and email.
Communication Software
Software provided with this configuration include Apple's latest
operating system, Mac OS 8, which offers both Microsoft Internet Explorer and
Netscape Navigator web browsers, in addition to America Online software. The
communications package includes Adobe PageMill, a web page design package;
SurfWatch, an Internet filter; and FaxSTF BE send and receive fax software.
Personal productivity software packages include Microsoft Bookshelf '98,
reference works that enables users to expand their searches on the web; Now
Up-to-Date & Contact, a personal information and schedule manager that lets
users drag and drop information into web pages. Also included are popular game
software, Master of Orion II, which lets users play with others over the
Internet; and Jack Nicklaus 4, which lets users play among opponents via LAN,
Apple Remote Access or the Internet.
Pricing and Availability
The new Power Macintosh G3 (233 MHz Minitower model) configuration is
available in United States and Canada through Apple authorized resellers for an
estimated retail price of $1,999. Customers can also configure a Power
Macintosh G3 with 56Kbps modem and communication package through the Apple
Online Store at http://www.apple.com (prices will vary based on build-to-order
options selected). (Actual download speeds vary with line conditions and ISP's
capabilities. FCC regulations limit ISP transmission speeds to 53 Kbps in the
U.S.)
The retail configuration of Power Macintosh G3 (233 MHz Minitower model)
with communication bundle includes: 233MHz PowerPC G3 RISC processor/56Kbps
modem/32MB RAM (supports up to 384MB)/4GB Hard Drive/24x-speed CD-ROM drive
(maximum)/512K level 2 backside cache/66MHz system bus speed/ATI 3D RAGE II+
64-bit graphics accelerator chip/10BASE-T Ethernet/16-bit audio playback and recording/three
12" PCI slots.
Apple Computer, Inc. ignited the personal computer revolution in the
1970s with the Apple II, and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with
the Macintosh. Apple is now recommitted to its original mission -- to bring the
best personal computing products and support to students, educators, designers,
engineers, businesspersons and consumers in over 140 countries around the
world.
Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Mac OS and Power Macintosh are
registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Additional company and product
names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the individual companies
and are respectfully acknowledged.
SOURCE Apple Computer, Inc.
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