11-30-2009, 12:18 PM
I'd think a refurbished iMac C2D would be the best choice due to screen sizes available. Then just set the minimum font to an acceptable size and he is good to go.
The key to a good experience on any computer is learning about where the options are and how to get to them. Teach him about System Preferences for global set up, application preferences, and then about the menu bar and right-clicking. Drill these into him. They will always be there to show him the way to do what he wants. Drag 'n drop is a great tool.
Add an external drive to his purchase for Time Machine. He will make mistakes and need the backup to recover. Do the job right the first time.
The key to a good experience on any computer is learning about where the options are and how to get to them. Teach him about System Preferences for global set up, application preferences, and then about the menu bar and right-clicking. Drill these into him. They will always be there to show him the way to do what he wants. Drag 'n drop is a great tool.
Add an external drive to his purchase for Time Machine. He will make mistakes and need the backup to recover. Do the job right the first time.