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search results; a way to name, organize and present bookmarks; tabbed browsing; and automatic "pop-up" ad blocking.
QuickTime®
QuickTime, the Company's multimedia software for Mac or Windows-based computers, features streaming of live and stored video and audio
over the Internet and playback of high-quality audio and video on computers. QuickTime 7 features H.264 encoding and can automatically
determine a user's connection speed to ensure they are getting the highest-quality content stream possible. QuickTime 7 also delivers multi-
channel audio and supports audio formats, including AIFF, WAV, MOV, MP4 (AAC only), CAF, and AAC/ADTS.
The Company offers several other QuickTime products. QuickTime 7 Pro, a suite of software tools, allows creation and editing of Internet-
ready
audio and video files. QuickTime 7 Pro allows users to create H.264 video, capture audio and video, create multi-channel audio, and export
multiple files while playing back or editing video.
.Mac®
The Company's .Mac offering is a suite of Internet services that for an annual fee provides Mac users with a powerful set of Internet tools. .Mac
services include: internet message access protocol ("IMAP") mail, an ad-free email service; website hosting for publishing web sites from iWeb;
iDisk, a virtual hard drive accessible anywhere with Internet access; .Mac Sync, which keeps Safari bookmarks, iCal® calendars, Address Book
information, Keychain®, and Mac OS X Mail preferences up-to-date across multiple Mac computers; and Groups which allows people to use a
group email list and website. The current version of .Mac provides combined iDisk and email storage of up to 10GB for individuals and 20GB
for families. In August 2007, the Company announced updates to its .Mac online service, including .Mac Web Gallery, a new service for .Mac
members to share photos and movies on the Internet. .Mac Web Gallery lets members share photos and movies directly from iLife '08 with
anyone on a Mac, PC or iPhone.
Wireless Connectivity and Networking
AirPort Extreme®
AirPort Extreme is the Company's wireless networking technology. AirPort Extreme Base Station includes 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking
and supports up to 50 users. Air Port Extreme operates at either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequencies, providing compatibility with most Wi-
Fi devices.
The current AirPort Extreme Base Station works with both Mac and Windows computers, includes multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports and supports
USB printer sharing to allow multiple users to wirelessly share USB printers connected directly to the base station. All Macs have either built-in
or optional wireless networking client hardware and software that communicates with Airport Extreme or Airport Express Base Stations.
AirPort® Express®
AirPort Express is the first 802.11g standard mobile base station that can be plugged directly into the wall for wireless Internet connections and
USB printing. Airport Express also features analog and digital audio outputs that can be connected to a stereo and AirTunes™ music networking
software that works with iTunes, giving users a way to wirelessly stream iTunes music from their Mac or Windows-based computer to any room
in the house. AirPort Express features a single piece design weighing 6.7 ounces.
Product Support and Services
AppleCare®
offers a range of support options for the Company's customers. These options include assistance that is built into software products,
printed and electronic product manuals, online support including comprehensive product information as well as technical assistance, and the
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