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Save money with your Mac

Ways your computer can help you spend less and get more

Macs aren’t usually considered bargain machines, but in reality they can save you lots of money in lots of different ways. They can help you shop smarter and manage your money better. They can be your conduit to less expensive telephone and television services. And, despite Apple’s rigid pricing policies, you can even buy Macs themselves (as well as Mac peripherals) for less than you might think.

With that in mind, we asked some of our most bargain-savvy writers to share their thoughts on ways you can use your Mac to save money. They responded with the collection of articles you’ll find here. The suggestions range from the obvious to the obscure, but all of them will help keep more money in your pocket. And in times like these, who wouldn’t want to do that?

Save money with your Mac

Macs aren't usually considered bargain machines, but in reality they can save you lots of money in lots of different ways. We asked some of our most bargain-savvy writers to share their thoughts on ways you can use your Mac to save money. Here's what they came up with.

Seven ways to save
Times are tight, but your Mac can help. Here are seven ways to save using the Internet and items you might have on hand.
Buy a used Mac (without getting burned)
Putting off the purchase of a new Mac because your budget is tight? It might be time to consider buying used. Here's how to make a deal you won't regret.
Preserve your Mac's resale value
Macs are known for their value on the used market, but there are things you can do to make yours even more sought-after when you sell it.
Cut the cable bill
Fed up with your cable bill? Chris Breen has some ideas about how your Mac can help save you money on entertainment.
Cut your phone bill
Tired of paying through the nose for your phone? Glenn Fleishman outlines two ways you can save money on calls.
Five ways your iPhone can save you money
Can your iPhone save you money? Of course it can. Press it into service to keep track of your spending, budgeting, and more, on the go.
Save money with Web-based money managers
It’s easier to spend less than you earn when you can keep a close eye on what’s going in and out of your bank accounts. Launching Quicken once a month just isn’t going to cut it. Instead, try a Web-based financial manager, which pulls all your finances into a simple, auto-updating interface.
Find bargains online
Online shopping exemplifies the convenience of the Web: you can compare prices between retailers without leaving the comfort of your home. But the true beauty of shopping on the ‘net is in letting the Web do that work for you. Dan Frakes shows you how.