eMac series is produced especially for education purpose. I like its unique and simple body. Without any hazzle compare to PC, you just need to follow these 3 simple steps to set it up.

2 new eMac models has been announced, both with PowerPC G4 processor 1.25GHz, 256MB DDR333 ram and using ATI Radeon 9200 32MB DDR. The system include 2 1394 firewire connector and 3 USB 2.0. Of course, 10/100M network card and 56k modem are built in.

The cheaper version ($799 USD) use 40GB Ultra ATA hard drive and combo CD drive. The higher end one use 80GB Ultra ATA hard drive and superDrive, selling at $999 USD.

http://www.apple.com/emac/