Posted by timepixdc on 10/08/06 03:49

In article <452811b7.906201140@news.optonline.net>,
videoguy@videoguys.com (Gary Bettan) wrote:

> 1 - anyone who wants to cheat and pretend they are a student can get
> products at student prices. It's not against the law. But you are also
> not really a student.

Apple's education discounts are available to anyone registered at an
educational institution that they recognize. There's no "cheating" about
it. They set the standards.

> We run into people trying to scam there way into student discounts all
> the time.

A "scam" would be if you were to log on to Apple's web site and get an
education discount when you weren't a registered student.

> 2 - Pro Video reseller. What the heck is that? I'll tell you what it
> is. It's a dealer who specializes in configuring and SUPPORTING non
> linear editing systems. Is this important - not at all - until you
> need the support. Then it is EVERYTHING! When it comes to upgrading
> your hardware, or a software upgrade that requires other upgrades
> (hardware or software). you'll be really glad you have an expert
> dealer to help you out.

Configuring a system? Not hard at all. Ordering a system? Even easier.
Upgrading that system? Very easy so long as you can read some very
simple instructions (with pictures) and have (or buy) a few simple
things like, oh, a Phillips head screwdriver. Installing software? RTFM
and follow the instructions. Upgrading software? RTFM and follow the
instructions.

> Video editors usually have deadlines. It is great having a
> knowledgable, helpful dealer you can call and count on for support.

If you're a video editor with a deadline then you really should have
planned things out and learned your software. Waiting until the last
minute to try and figure something out is just plain stupid.

> 3- $5,000 bucks. For a top notch HDV editing solution. No problem on
> a PC.

Can you offer the same system (Apple MacPro/FCP Studio) for $5K or less?
Let's see the numbers. Please.

> 4 - You can get a fully configured Mac w/ Final Cut Studio for under
> $5K from any Apple Pro Video Reseller.

Really? Numbers please. If you're an Apple Pro Reseller it shouldn't be
hard for you to get them.

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