Welcome to the list.
Unless you have specific reasons for it or a particular need, I
don't know why you would opt for Lion Server. VoiceOver is
compatible, but I would think you'd want the standard OS. Again,
unless you have the need and desire for a server.
Secondly, the question about the need for a monitor is a
controversial one. Some will claim you don't need a monitor, while
others will tell you that you do need one. From my personal
experience with a July 2011 Mac Mini, I needed to trick the Mini into
thinking it has a monitor for it to work properly. Without one, I had
several issues that made it difficult to use.
Lastly, again, there might be debate about this, but 8 GB of RAM
is better than 4. I have noticed a big difference in my most recent
systems going from 4 to 8 GB of RAM in them.
Take Care
John D. Panarese
Director
Mac for the Blind
Tel, (631) 724-4479
Email, john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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MAC and iOS VOICEOVER TRAINING AND SUPPORT
On Jan 19, 2013, at 11:17 PM, Craig <facecraig@xxxxxxxxx
<mailto:facecraig@xxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
Hello everyone,
I am new to the list.
I am a windows and Jaws user.I am considering getting a Mac computer
to learn the Apple OS and possibly making the switch.
I have iOS devices.
I am looking at the Mac mini with Lion Server 2.0GHz quad-core Intel
Core i7.
I was considering getting that computer and using my TV as a
monitor.But, do I have to use that computer with a monitor?Would
Voiceover still work even if I do not have a monitor connected?
What about the differences between Lion Server and regular Mountain
Lion as it relates to voiceover stability?Is one preferred over the
other?
I am only considering Lion Server because I could get a good deal
with the Mac mini running that OS.
For faster and optimum performance, is there a big difference between
4 or 8 gigs of ram?
Well I hope I did not bombard the list with too many elementary
questions.
Regards.
