Apple Inc.
Definition
Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company based in the United States that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. It's best known for products like the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and software like iOS.
Analogy
Think of Apple Inc. as a high-end bakery. Just as a bakery combines various ingredients to create unique pastries and breads, Apple combines hardware, software, and services to create unique digital products. And just like how some people are willing to pay more for gourmet baked goods because of their quality or brand reputation, many people choose Apple products for similar reasons.
Related terms
iOS: This is the operating system used by Apple's mobile devices such as iPhones and iPads. It controls all the operations of the device much like how a manager oversees all activities in an office.
Macintosh (Mac): This is a series of personal computers designed and manufactured by Apple Inc., akin to different types of bread made in our bakery analogy.
iCloud: This is an online storage service provided by Apple where users can store data such as photos or documents securely over the internet - think of it as a virtual pantry where you can keep your digital files safe.
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