A:AnswerI have a Lenovo Yoga (higher end) and a Mac Pro -- each purchased within the past 2 and a half years. I would absolutely go with the Lenovo, which I did not expect. I thought I would like the Mac Pro better --it's significantly more expensive. But the Lenovo is more intuitive and is a touch screen, unlike the Mac. Go with the Lenovo.
A:AnswerNot sure what the question is asking, but if you are asking how long was the 250$ off of the computer I think it was a couple of months because it was advertised as a back to school discount.
A:AnswerDid you ask the sales associate or cashier? My guess would be that the actual "ring up" price is Apples retail price. However, if you tell the sales associate or cashier there is an advertised price that differs they will be happy to change the cost.
A:AnswerNo. Apple counterparts Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are installed. You will have to get the MS versions either through the App Store or subscribe to Office 365.