I do think Linux has to be considered, especially when sweeping statements like “PC based deployments are always going to be the cheapest route.” Even with a licensing discount from Microsoft, there are many other cost factors to consider. TCO (total cost of ownership) is a good term to use in this context, to encourage leaders to look at more than the cost of having computers delivered to the school district’s loading dock.

Thanks for pointing out the malware differences between Windows-based and Apple computers. Which virus is a threat for Macs? I didn’t think there were any virus/malware programs “in the wild” for Macs now, just proof-of-concept programs.