[Swordmaker]

“Usability in software”
Without a doubt Apple gets it. Software is so complex and tries to do everything before a user even knows they want to do it that it is a PTA. Apple doesn’t do everything but what it does do it usally does well, easily, and without fuss.

For once, CodeToad, I agree 100% with you...

I once heard Windows described as a frenetic Boy Scout, eternally trying to do you a good deed, and always letting you know what and when he is doing it, hoping to get a merit badge for his efforts.

On the other hand, Apple Mac OS X, was described as the ultimate British Butler, always there to unobtrusively hand you exactly what you need when you need it, only to disappear until you need him again, even when you don't know you need him.

[CodeToad]

I have another analogy: Microsoft is that little annoying dog always trying to hump your leg.