Try a Mac...buy a used one if you must. My personal experience mirrors bbwi. Every person that I've introduced Macs to that previously used PC become "Apple Only" or at the least Apple now has a new prominence within their computer environment.
I don't really care whether the OP was trolling or not. Even with a much improved Windows 7, Apple's work on OS X and how it works with iPhones/iPods and the rest of the ecosystem is impressive to say the least.
I'll appreciate any help and opinion because on second thought, I see no advantage of a Mac over a PC...
Guys, guys, if you think he wants a rise out of us then don't give it to him. I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt and respond accordingly.
No viruses, more built-in software out of the box, better hardware construction for the price - on average, in general a more stable operating system, higher quality 3rd party software ecosystem.
If you love PC gaming more than anything, or you prefer software selection over quality then you may want to get a PC. If you prefer all the first stuff I listed above then look into the Mac some more. It's up to you now, good luck.
Man last time I heard this was like the 90s! Nostalgia!
I remember one time in high school this guy who I always had these debates with (he was for the PC) was like "Macs are too easy." I never understood how advantages were turned into disadvantages. It's quite a fascinating psychological case study, this whole Mac and PC platform war thing.
But anyway, the facts, Ireland already did a good job pointing them out, rfe777. rfe777 what do you want to do with your computer? It's basically just picking the right tool for the right job. A hammer for a nail, a screwdriver for a screw.
I'd say Macs are better for "general" use for folks, for general Internet, office work, etc. For intense office work, MS Office on the PC has more features and power in many areas but overall some Mac Office things are still easier to use. It used to be that Mac Office was ironically WAY better than Windows Office. Microsoft made it for the Mac first, after all.
Anyhow, I'd say there are a few areas I know of that PCs are better for, at least most of the time:
-games
-things requiring Internet Explorer (but you can get Parallels or other things to let you run Windows to solve this, search around for this)
-specialty professional applications such as GIS. The caveat is this is a two-way street and as you pointed out rfe777, for some specialty areas like sound and video, the Mac is better. It just depends what industry you're in or what your interests are.
Good luck, hope you choose what's best for you. If it's Mac, then welcome aboard. If it's PC, well...good luck and I hope what you need to do someday becomes available on the Mac! Because general day-to-day stuff, the setting up of the computer, is easier on the Mac. By this I mean stuff that is not an application but settings, ie the Control Panel. Windows just seems to "screw up" easier, with the Registry, DLLs, uninstalling things, viruses, etc. Anyway good luck.
My switch (Feb 2007) was similar, it started with the iPod (2006). I scoured the internet for reviews and feedback on the best MP3 player that WASN'T an IPOD - for some reason, not having a clue of what a Mac is or how Apple products work, I just didn't want an Apple branded item. (Still a mystery why that was the case for me, I guess ignorance creates natural enemies)
Anyway, I found the product, it was a CREATIVE based MP3 player. I was quite happy with it for awhile, and it had many more features than the iPod which added value. Then one day, a friend of a friend came over and showed me some cool new music. Obviously he handed his iPod to me. I switched my headphones and hit play.
The first thing that I perceived was the sound quality to be more pleasing, I asked for the bit-rate of the file, it was 128. I asked him how his EQ was set. Flat. It didn't bother me but I took note. I listened to more music meanwhile navigating the device and I was finding it easy to use. The device also felt really comfortable in my hand after some use. I started seeing my Zen player differently and I was disappointed. After some time later, I gave the player to my significant other and got myself a white iPod video - I loved it.
After that when I was in the electronic stores, my curiosity for the Mac started to grow. I had that same comfortable feeling when I would hang around the display. It was expensive and for the cost the specifications were modest at best if I were to buy one for myself. Still I checked out the applications and learned more about it. My dialogue was familiar to many switchers, what would I use it for, I can already do all of this, maybe I won't like the learning curve, I wouldn't be able to add a new video card if I wanted, etc. Needless to say that in Feb 2007 I finally jumped ship and never looked back. Since then, I've helped convince over a dozen people to try or switch to Apple products. I find those same folks to be much more in tune with how technology works in general more than before. I always say its due to the simplicity of Apple's gear, ironic I know.
My point is, there are many different reasons why people have Macs and it's not just limited to what they're good for. The PC user base is large and extensive and can achieve many folds in terms of functionality and environments. That's not why I chose to be a Mac user. I find Apple products to be most engaging and that is how I decide what products I like and which ones I don't. If you prefer products with many options, ability to upgrade to the cutting edge, customizations, sure the Windows PC gives you those "perks". That's okay, but simply bashing the Mac because it's different or because you can't see the value in it is ridiculous.
Sure I drink the kool aid sometimes, but like good wine, I still only fill the glass half way and I won't drink and drive, ergo: no need to bash the other camp...
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That line may as well be trademarked.
Try a Mac...buy a used one if you must. My personal experience mirrors bbwi. Every person that I've introduced Macs to that previously used PC become "Apple Only" or at the least Apple now has a new prominence within their computer environment.
I don't really care whether the OP was trolling or not. Even with a much improved Windows 7, Apple's work on OS X and how it works with iPhones/iPods and the rest of the ecosystem is impressive to say the least.
Nice way to miss the point. 'grats.
There was a point?
Only in your mind, it seems.
There was a point?
Only in your mind, it seems.
Yah, that was a brilliant put down. Your wit is truly incisive.
I'll appreciate any help and opinion because on second thought, I see no advantage of a Mac over a PC...
Guys, guys, if you think he wants a rise out of us then don't give it to him. I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt and respond accordingly.
No viruses, more built-in software out of the box, better hardware construction for the price - on average, in general a more stable operating system, higher quality 3rd party software ecosystem.
If you love PC gaming more than anything, or you prefer software selection over quality then you may want to get a PC. If you prefer all the first stuff I listed above then look into the Mac some more. It's up to you now, good luck.
Guys, guys, if you think he wants a rise out of us then don't give it to him. I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt and respond accordingly.
That is my first impulse too. Others... well, their first impulse is to be a jerk.
"Mac are good for graphics"
Man last time I heard this was like the 90s! Nostalgia!
I remember one time in high school this guy who I always had these debates with (he was for the PC) was like "Macs are too easy." I never understood how advantages were turned into disadvantages. It's quite a fascinating psychological case study, this whole Mac and PC platform war thing.
But anyway, the facts, Ireland already did a good job pointing them out, rfe777. rfe777 what do you want to do with your computer? It's basically just picking the right tool for the right job. A hammer for a nail, a screwdriver for a screw.
I'd say Macs are better for "general" use for folks, for general Internet, office work, etc. For intense office work, MS Office on the PC has more features and power in many areas but overall some Mac Office things are still easier to use. It used to be that Mac Office was ironically WAY better than Windows Office. Microsoft made it for the Mac first, after all.
Anyhow, I'd say there are a few areas I know of that PCs are better for, at least most of the time:
-games
-things requiring Internet Explorer (but you can get Parallels or other things to let you run Windows to solve this, search around for this)
-specialty professional applications such as GIS. The caveat is this is a two-way street and as you pointed out rfe777, for some specialty areas like sound and video, the Mac is better. It just depends what industry you're in or what your interests are.
Good luck, hope you choose what's best for you. If it's Mac, then welcome aboard. If it's PC, well...good luck and I hope what you need to do someday becomes available on the Mac! Because general day-to-day stuff, the setting up of the computer, is easier on the Mac. By this I mean stuff that is not an application but settings, ie the Control Panel. Windows just seems to "screw up" easier, with the Registry, DLLs, uninstalling things, viruses, etc. Anyway good luck.
Anyway, I found the product, it was a CREATIVE based MP3 player. I was quite happy with it for awhile, and it had many more features than the iPod which added value. Then one day, a friend of a friend came over and showed me some cool new music. Obviously he handed his iPod to me. I switched my headphones and hit play.
The first thing that I perceived was the sound quality to be more pleasing, I asked for the bit-rate of the file, it was 128. I asked him how his EQ was set. Flat. It didn't bother me but I took note. I listened to more music meanwhile navigating the device and I was finding it easy to use. The device also felt really comfortable in my hand after some use. I started seeing my Zen player differently and I was disappointed. After some time later, I gave the player to my significant other and got myself a white iPod video - I loved it.
After that when I was in the electronic stores, my curiosity for the Mac started to grow. I had that same comfortable feeling when I would hang around the display. It was expensive and for the cost the specifications were modest at best if I were to buy one for myself. Still I checked out the applications and learned more about it. My dialogue was familiar to many switchers, what would I use it for, I can already do all of this, maybe I won't like the learning curve, I wouldn't be able to add a new video card if I wanted, etc. Needless to say that in Feb 2007 I finally jumped ship and never looked back. Since then, I've helped convince over a dozen people to try or switch to Apple products. I find those same folks to be much more in tune with how technology works in general more than before. I always say its due to the simplicity of Apple's gear, ironic I know.
My point is, there are many different reasons why people have Macs and it's not just limited to what they're good for. The PC user base is large and extensive and can achieve many folds in terms of functionality and environments. That's not why I chose to be a Mac user. I find Apple products to be most engaging and that is how I decide what products I like and which ones I don't. If you prefer products with many options, ability to upgrade to the cutting edge, customizations, sure the Windows PC gives you those "perks". That's okay, but simply bashing the Mac because it's different or because you can't see the value in it is ridiculous.
Sure I drink the kool aid sometimes, but like good wine, I still only fill the glass half way and I won't drink and drive, ergo: no need to bash the other camp...