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Mac vs. PC Verdict
As we mentioned at the beginning of this article, it really depends on what kind of user you are. The truth is, for most of your basic computer needs -- e-mailing, word processing, photo editing and sharing, and music management -- either a Mac or a Windows-based PC will do the trick.
But beyond basic needs, the paths diverge: If you're a gamer, a movie and TV hound, a techie, or an early-adopter, you should probably consider a PC, since it's going to offer you the biggest number and variety of new apps, hardware accessories, and streaming or downloadable video in SD or HD. Business users may also want a PC since Windows is still the operating system of choice in most offices (though Mac is catching up), so a Windows-based PC is likely to integrate more easily with your workplace. And if price is an issue, you will get more bang for your buck with a Windows-based PC (let's just hope all those extra features you get with your PC actually work!).
Of course, having access to a multitude of programs isn't always a good thing, particularly if a sizable chunk of those programs don't always work or are glitch-prone. Simplicity, consistency, security, and good design count for a lot in the computer realm, which, let's face it, isn't a piece of cake for all of us. If you're new to computing, want minimal hassle, and just need to get to work right away without having to wait two minutes or more for your PC to boot-up, then a Mac is for you (so what if you have to wait a few weeks or month to play 'Unreal Tournament' 4!).
Macs also remain the computers of choice for creative types in the music, film, and design fields, which is something to consider if you're planning on using your computer for film editing work, Web site design, or just want to make a demo tape of your band.
Let's not forget how cool Macs look and feel, too -- everything from the elegant look of the desktop and the innovative designs to the satisfying click the keyboard makes when you type on it makes the Mac a pleasant experience for just about anyone. And they're well-built across the board (they all come from the same manufacturer, after all), compared to many PCs, which vary widely in terms of basic build quality. Yes, they may cost a bit more, but in our experience, Macs tend to run smoothly a lot longer than the average PC, which can be filled up with a glut of performance-slowing software in just a few weeks.
In a lot of ways, not much has changed over the past twenty or so years between Mac and Windows. Macs remain the easier-to-use and better-designed option for fun and creative folks who are willing to fork out a bit more, while Windows-based PCs offer a wider world of compatibility and products at a better-bang-for-your-buck price.
[Update: One important thing we forgot to mention, unlike Windows-based PCs, Macs can also run Windows using a program called Parallels Desktop or Bootcamp, which means that -- theoretically, at least -- you get the best of both worlds with a Mac. Of course, running Windows and Mac operating systems on the same computer simultaneously will slow down your computer and eat up resources, but it's not a bad compromise if you just need to run Windows for that essential Windows-only work app.)
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Subscribe to commentscaonimaOct 26th 2008 5:47AM
apple is not more expensive than PCs overall(i am only talking about branded PCs). It used to be a lot more expansive.. but they are about the same price nowadays.. it is only more expensive comparing to those best for your buck PC brands, but those brands also have shitty quality computers. If you compare an Apple laptop to a "equal level" sony laptop, they cost about the same. and performance wise, same. quality wise, i would say the same. (ya sony computers used to suck in performance, but they've improved A LOT, the sony z and is as good as the new macbook pro).
mac and pc are pretty much the same now. but PC do get more options as in hardwares and softwares. and it's sometimes a lot more advance than macs hardware. Sure you can get a branded PC for cheap, but if you get it for cheap, just don't complain how it's bad or it breaks after a year or two. If you get a PC from sony, toshiba, lenovo which are on the level with the macbooks and macbook pros, i don't think there will be much problem with it. (at least not the ones i've had) but if you get a computer with dell or hp.. umm.. i had a 1600$ dell laptop 2 years ago, and i thought it was good. recommended to my friends who were looking for computers.. they all got one.. and now they all complain about it.. and my dell laptop is of course.. fell apart after 2 years of use.. my sony laptops and one of them that i had since 8 years ago still work fine lol.
I love macs for its design and quality.... easy to use? maybe a little better than windows in someways.. but sometimes the lack of some functions just equals it out.. but since i don't play graphic intense computer games anymore and thanks to bootcamp, i recently decided to switch back to "all mac hardwares." i'll be running windows on my imac for my home media server and osx on my mbp for daily uses. and i have to say... if apple's computer has the design and quality like dell's.. i'd never buy one.. if there's no bootcamp, i'd never buy one.
OSx are not for stupid people, but in fact, it is just a lot easier to use for people who's more of a computer idiot. (like my dad who just switched to mac because he doesn't know how to operate his windows correctly.) Don't get me wrong, some computer idiots know how to use photoshop to do professional works..(like my mom).. but if today something's goes wrong with the mac, i think not many mac users will actually know how to fix it on their own and most of them will just sent it to apple care. But for PC users, a lot of them actually knows how to actually "FIX" the computer.
and ya i built a new computer when vista came out so i know all about it's problems and stuff. i had a rough time with it, but that's what you get for being an early adaptor and to have all the newest tech that's not ready for the market right? (nvidia 8800 series at the time), but trust my words, if you are not computer stupid, vista runs as fine as osx.
EAVNov 3rd 2008 5:43PM
@ax1um
"Apple didn't create anything. About three decades ago,IBM invited Jobs over to see a new project they were working on. It was a GUI based operating system. Needless to say, IBM never came out with that OS, and Apple released something surprisingly similar to it not too long after that."
I think you got the history wrong, it was not IBM who showed Steve Jobs and company an GUI OS, it was Xerox who showed Steve Jobs the tech. After Steve and company took their idea, Bill Gates took Apple Computer's idea of the Mac GUI from Steve Job's Mac prototypes.
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