Apple or Microsoft your pick

Discussion in 'Computers and Technology' started by lazypando, Jan 7, 2010.

  1. lazypando

    lazypando Level IV

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    macs are pretty and all but i wouldn't pay the extra money for one
     
  2. purple315

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    I hate macs >.>
     
  3. synthetic

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    they may be more expensive but they last that much longer and work that much better..
    and don't tell me you can do something on your pc that I cant, because I can. ;)
     
  4. lazypando

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    right click =D
    jkjk

    butttt w/o bootcamp i'd like to see you run chempad ;)
     
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    Mac`s are a joke, there the Gucci of computers but if you ever wanted to upgrade, Gucci parts are expensive to buy.

    I would rather pay less, and get a better spec PC.
     
  6. synthetic

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    right click comes with mighty mouse or new magic mouse ;)
    whats chempad anyways?
     
  7. Arkley

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  8. Will

    Will Level IV

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    Neither; Fedora 11/12 or Cloud OS for me :D
     
  9. tiati400

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    Apple all the way!

    Mac
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    Snow Leopard. :)
     
  10. gege

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    PC, Ipod, windows 7!!!
     
  11. Heya

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    wrong, you can still upgrade ram XD

    they always do work at the same rate, and that rate is now just as fast as any windows... windows is just a knock-off of mac ;)
     
  12. Arkley

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    The point of the picture is that windows PCs are far easier to upgrade, and far cheaper to upgrade, and far less expensive to purchase in the first place. There aren't many things a PC can do that a Mac can't, but there are still a few. And while I'll agree Mac software has come along in leaps and bounds over the last few years, nothing on the Mac competes with Microsoft Office tools. You also certainly can't find a Mac anywhere that can pump out the kind of power a top of the line PC can.

    You'd be right to say Macs are more reliable: you'd have a bloody hard time crashing a Mac even if you tried to. You know why? 'Cause you can't customise a Mac. And don't give me that "I can mail it to Apple for 2 weeks and pay $600 for a pre-determined upgrade package that will make my Mac as powerful as a $200 NetBook!" because that doesn't count as customisation. You can tinker with a PC right down to its bare bones and make it do exactly what you want it to. With a Mac you're lucky it'll let you change your screensaver.

    Yes, Macs can be just as powerful as, and can do almost everything an average PC can do. For twice the price with no bonuses besides that shiny white finish.

    Long story short: PCs come cheaper with more power and more customisation options. Macs look prettier, and come with a nice pair of metaphorical training wheels so you won't kill it if you're the sort that doesn't know the difference between a trojan and iTunes.
     
  13. trey

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    Mac
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    however, I am curious about using Windows 7 XD
    cool that my mac can run both :yup:
     
  14. FastBullet

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    Microsoft, Windows 7 all the way
     
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    PC is the only choice.... The mac is made for idiots... what else does the "i" stand for in iphone, ipod... etc


    zune

    snow leopard
     
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    ^Final answer...Macs = Fail*∞
     
  19. Heya

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    I have worked exstensivley on both macs and windows on both the hardware and software side. While you are true you can customize it down to the bare bone, the general user interface is better, and simpler, while still giving you a lot of power. Macs and PCs are very different in the way you navigate thru the interface. People used to PCs naturally hate Macs cause they don't understand them. Just cause you don't understand something doesn't mean you should trash it. I'm not saying you don't understand Macs, but from my experience, people trash them, and the main reason they say is cause they are weird, and confusing to use. The reality is that all computers have back up systems in place in case your computer encounters a problem preventing it from loading the OS. Macs automatically fix these problems, while in windows, you ust know how to restore and fix the Operating system, often loosing files in the process. I've had professional training working on Windows hardware and software issues, and i've een this first hand. Macs are generally more fun and less frustrating to use.

    I just think people generally don't consider Macs cause they are different, but they don't realize that by switching and getting annoyed by the switch now saves them a lot of heartache, time, and money down the road. I've had my last mac running for 6 years every day for hours fine. It hasn't been had any problems at all, and it only takes less than 5 seconds to start up. Its also a lot more energy efficient too. The new macs are built amazingly too. Until you've look at them from a programmer, a technician, and a daily users stand point of view, you can't trash Macs.

    That picture would be accurate if their were spike strips in front on the windows motorcycle :)
     
  20. Leftsided

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    i use macs more often, just because i like the look of the interface more :) hahaha