Mac/IOS or Windows?
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Hi guys
ok, the question is simple - what do you prefer more - Windows or Mac/OSX, and why exactly? Also, what are you doing on your pc/laptop and do you find yourself like a noob, normal or pro (expert) user for computers? From 1 (noob) to 10 (pro) where would you put yourself?
I am asking this because i was little bit suprised how many MAC users we have here. In Europe MAC is not so "popular". Personaly, I find OSX very limited, something for noobs and people who use computers for surfing on the internet, reading e-mails, playing music/videos, little bit video editing (more experienced noobs) and thats all. I am not saying that MAC hardware is crap, not at all, i am just saying that OSX is much more "user friendly" then Windows and at the same much more limited. Where you can choose 3 options on OSX - in Windows you can choose 3 000 options for the same thing.
But, it looks beautiful outside, and thats i think 90% everyhing
What do you think?
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Not a simple question at all. The only time I have tried a Mac is a display model at a department store. Mainly because of price.
In much the same way I don't care how my TV programmes get here or my mail arrives in my letter box via my real postman, I am concerned with the end result.
No matter how beautiful the machine or the OS, a porn movie of a given quality looks the same.
I curse Microsoft (often) but I am used to Windows. But then I curse a lot of non-Microsoft programmes but if they deliver what I want that's good enough for me.
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I was a sworn Windows user for years. Was made use a Mac for work and love it.
Once you go Mac you don't go back… :cheesy2:
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I've been a Mac/Apple person for the last 15 years and never see myself going back to Windows. I primarily use my Mac for music production, but I've done video editing, DVD authoring, Adobe PS/Illustrator, spreadsheets, networking, etc. I was brought up on PCs, used to build them, and provide IT support on them. I've used every Windows OS from 3.1 (yes the first one) all the way up to Windows 7.
Why did I initially switch? Three basic reasons:
1. I find OS X more stable and reliable than any Windows OS
2. It multi-tasks better
3. Music production and video software worked more reliably (at the time)
4. OS X works without fiddling with Drivers (for most things)For me, I don't feel limited in what I can do in OS X. It's setup to be very user friendly out the box and that's a good thing for many. But pretty much anything you want to customize can be done so in the System Preferences or in Terminal (text based command line access to OS X). Deeper than that, there are hacks to change anything else Apple doesn't "officially" support.
A beautiful side product is not having to worry about Antivirus or Malware software. That's simply because most viruses are geared towards PC, but still Apple's security is pretty good.
The last thing for me is Apple has a line of products that integrate well together. The Apple TV, with the computer (desktop & laptop), iPhone, iPad, Airport (for networking) etc.
Hope that helps.
PS.. They have dedicated stores, training classes, and people to help you with your software/hardware. The people are pretty friendly and knowledgeable too.
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I'm a Windows user so I'd say Windows but have worked in Mac as well and it was fantastic!!! Hmmm, maybe my next one will be a Mac, who knowsÂ
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Mac all the way
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Mac - it's more intuitive (in terms of user-friendliness) and integrated.
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Ubuntu.
Although I recently deleted some essential files & all it said to me was "Are you sure?"
Of course, I was sure, I had been up for a couple days, I didn't know what the files were and thought nothing of it. That is until an accidental reboot days later and all my monitor showed me was a blinking cursor.Mind you I was able to save everything & reinstall in less than a day (even with a gentleman caller to break up the monotony).
However, I still haven't been able to figure out how to make the speakers turn off when I plug in headphones.
I have more than a passing knowledge of the blue screen of death and the spinning beach ball of death so I am going to repeat myself and say:
Ubuntu
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Well I have experience with both, and I think it comes down to your experience level with computers, and what you plan on using the computer to do. For inexperienced users, or those who state up front that they are not looking to spend a lot of time learning the ins and outs of computers, I recommend Macs. PCs have come a long way in terms of usability and drivers, but Macs are still substantially easier to use for those new to the game.
If you are into desktop publishing, graphic design, video content creation / editing, music, etc. A Mac is also probably best for you. The software there is stellar, and it works well and is easy to use.
For most other use cases outside of general stuff like web surfing, email, and the like (which either is fine for), I'd suggest a PC. It is slowly changing, but the business world is still running PCs mostly. Running emulation software on a Mac and having to convert everything in order to use a Mac in the business environment is a lot of work….much more work than simply getting familiar with a PC.
Hardware wise, both are pretty similar as Macs have been using Intel PC processors for years now, so they key differentiation comes down to software and how invested you are in the "look and feel" / design of your computer. Cost then comes a matter as well, as Macs using the same PC hardware are usually considerably more expensive for the same hardware.
I am not sure of how it is today on the Mac side, but it has traditionally been easier for a user to upgrade their PC components themselves than those using Macs. Watch a youtube video and see how easy it is to upgrade a hard drive, swap a video card, install a blu ray burner, or add additional ram, etc. Apple used to lock stuff like this down...so not sure where that is on the Mac side today. Component choice on the PC side is limitless in many cases, while on the Mac side, choice is fairly limited.
Those are just some of the differences I see, and what I base my choices and recommendations on. I serve as the tech support guy in my family for members with problems. I get more calls from those who own PCs, but then again most own PCs and not Macs. One last observation = if you take the time to learn how PCs work, you usually don't have to learn anything else. If you sign up for the Mac world, you still have to learn a fair bit about PCs, as you still have to know how to interface with a PC dominated world.
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In my experience speakers turning off when you plug in headphones is a hardware function whether you use computer speakers or external ones.
I have never seen that option in software. Which is no help to you if you had it before.
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Mac
