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" The computer seems easy because Apple makes the products so easy to use at home. It's the simple things, like getting the TV set up or getting the speakers to work. That drives me crazy. "

Chris O'Donnell

Simple

Home

Crazy

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Chris O'Donnell

Real

Chicago

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