> >> Also, what benefit is there of purchasing the Apple Protection at the >> same >> time as the computer, rather than perhaps forgetting to do so in the >> future? > I have yet to purchase applecare for any of my iBooks but am probably living on the edge! Certainly, your battery will need to be replaced sometime in the 3 year coverage period and is covered so applecare for a laptop is a bargain. As far as purchasing it immediately goes, as previously mentioned - your telephone support ends after just 90 days. While reading one of my favorite mac newsites (macintouch.com) today was a response from a well regarded service provider to another service issue. This was his "bottom Line quote" > The other suggestion to make for anyone considering the purchase of a refurb, > BUY APPLECARE! The reality of the extra care delivered to those who pay for > it is apparent, though not official. Good luck Dan