Apple releases Configurator for managing iOS devices from a Mac

[Ombligo]

My school district is evaluating tablets, this will help keep the ipad at the front of the pack. The biggest stumbling block is a Mac desktop is required. The district isn't crazy about buying Mac's just to manage the iPads.

I'm suggesting to just buy a couple MBP and let power users oversee everything. Like many school districts we are wedded to Dell (they really do offer a great pricepoint on the lease.. Apple doesn't come close)