C H A P T E R 7

Routing and Communications

Recipient Pickers

The kind of recipient information displayed in the center of a routing slip envelope depends on the kind of transport involved. For printing, the recipient is the model or name of the printer to use. For faxing or e-mail, the recipient is a name and fax number or e-mail address taken from the Names File. For beaming, the recipient is any device with a compatible infrared port.

Print, fax, and e-mail transports should display the name of the recipient as a picker label. A user can tap the name to pop up a People picker in which to select different recipients. The built-in beam transport does not need to specify a particular recipient; it displays a generic recipient that a user does not change. For a description of People pickers, see “People Picker” on page 4-27.

Choosing a Printer

When a user taps the printer named in the center of a print routing slip, a list picker pops up. The picker lists printers that a user has recently chosen, along with items that allow the user to choose a different printer. The user can choose to select a network printer or other printer. If a user chooses to select a network printer and is connected to a network, the system displays a list of printers it finds on the network. If the user chooses to select a non-network printer, the system displays a list of printers for which driver software is installed on the Newton device. Figure 7-10 illustrates the process of choosing a printer.

Routing Outgoing Items

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2 specifications

The Apple II is a defining product in the history of personal computing, first introduced in 1977 by Apple Computer, Inc. Designed by Steve Wozniak, the Apple II was one of the first highly successful mass-produced microcomputer products and played a significant role in bringing personal computers into homes and schools.

One of the Apple II's standout features was its color graphics capability. It was one of the first personal computers to provide color output, thanks to its built-in video interface. The initial model supported a resolution of 280x192 pixels with a palette of 6 colors, which allowed for vibrant visuals that set it apart from contemporaries like the monochrome Altair 8800.

The Apple II was notable for its open architecture. This design allowed users to expand the computer's capabilities easily through a series of expansion slots. Users could add floppy disk drives, additional memory, and various peripheral devices, making the system highly adaptable to individual needs. This encouraged a thriving ecosystem of third-party hardware and software, which contributed to its popularity.

Another significant feature was its use of the 6502 microprocessor. This 8-bit CPU was not only affordable but also powerful for its time, allowing the Apple II to run various applications efficiently. Along with a built-in keyboard and an innovative plastic case that housed its components, the design was user-friendly and appealing.

The Apple II also introduced the concept of “bootable software” through the use of floppy disks. The disk operating system (DOS) allowed users to store and run multiple programs without having to reload software manually, providing a level of convenience that had not been widely available before. Key software like VisiCalc, the first spreadsheet program, helped boost sales, showcasing the Apple II's utility in business and education environments.

The computer was also well-known for its early adoption of BASIC programming language. Apple provided an operating system that supported Applesoft BASIC, which enabled users, including students, to write their programs, further fostering a community of developers.

In summary, the Apple II's color graphics, open architecture, powerful 6502 processor, innovative use of floppy disks, and support for BASIC programming made it a revolutionary product in its time. Its legacy laid the groundwork for future personal computers and established Apple as a leader in the burgeoning tech industry. The Apple II remains an iconic symbol of the early personal computing era, reflecting a generation's transition into a digitally connected world.
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