2006-08-16 20:31:57 · 15 answers · asked by abdul k 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Mac commercials make you think that PC's are bulky, repetitive, and way behind. What's ironic is that Apple recently ditched IBM -- the decade-long manufacturer of their CPU technology. They balked at their original claim that IBM's CPU was superior, then switched to Intel and the "x86" platform. So much for being "unique" and "innovative". That move flat-out admits that Apple is chasing the PC.
The truth away from the propaganda in their commercials is that there's nothing a Mac can do that a PC can't.
Though Macs are generally better out of the box, by no means are they more powerful. How can it be, especially now that it has the same type of CPU? The debate isn't about the hardware anymore, it's about the operating system and software that's available for it. You will find more offerings with the Windows platform, and most importantly, it will be easier to find help from a friend, relative, or online when you need it.
Plus, if hardware in a Mac breaks down, good luck repairing it yourself. Most of what's in a Mac is "proprietary" (that means non-standard). With a PC, you can replace parts yourself for cheap and for the most part is easier to do. That's a side of the story you don't hear often. Buying replacement parts from Apple can get quite expensive.
Macs do have one thing going for them -- the MAC operating system. When compared to Windows, it's arguably easier to learn and navigate, and can be just as powerful to customize. For someone with little or no PC experience, it can be the better decision if you want to get started in multimedia (audio & video) right away. Also, there are a lot less threats and vulnerabilities to worry about, since it's not a big target right now by script kiddies and hackers. That will change soon though, as Apple gains more of the market share over time. But for now, it's a pretty good alternative in that respect.
Nothing against Mac's overall - I just feel they're more of a pretty package with hidden maintenance costs.
2006-08-16 21:06:15 · answer #1 · answered by SirCharles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Macs are ready to be used when you buy them. With a pc, you need to assemble it and buy software.
Macs can read most PC files, wile PC files can't read Mac files.
Macs are more simple while PCs are more complicated.
Macs are used for media-related projects (music, movies, photos, etc.) while PCs are more for business use, though I know alot of business' that use Macs.
Macs hardly get viruses, while PCs are more virus-prone.
Macs can cost up to $3000, while PCs can be at least $600.The difference? You don't have to buy software all the time for a mac, thus the Mac is worth the money.
2006-08-17 03:44:58 · answer #2 · answered by pacific_crush 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Macs are almost impossible to get a virus and they can run anything that a PC can run now. They are very good at art work. I have a PC and I think MACs are great but I hate the smaller key board and the mouse. You can get windows for Macs. If you want to play more games PC is better.
2006-08-17 03:36:27 · answer #3 · answered by KrazyK784 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
THe OS and the hardware. The macs didn't run on intel processors they builttheir own, now they use intel, my guess is that they are slowly transforming the mac into a pc, becuase they know that the pc is better.
Oh, and that person above my is pulling sh** no crap out of her a$* no butt.
2006-08-17 03:40:03 · answer #4 · answered by Yahoo! Answerer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mac or macintosh originally invented the whole process of windows, but microsoft patented it first so in a sense stole it.
They run on diferent programs and usually you have to get specific products for one or the other
PCs or Personal Computers can't run Mac disks and vice versa
2006-08-17 03:38:02 · answer #5 · answered by marajjoya 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a mac is a semi transparent pc made by the apple and its design is patented by the apple comapny plus its a lot basic version at first.but a pc is a PERsonal computer assembled or company made which is much more advanced.asssembled pc can have anything and evrything money can by if ur willlng to blow some money on it
2006-08-17 03:37:26 · answer #6 · answered by freedomfriestwo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a pc uses windows and a mac uses the mac operating system.
macs and pcs use to use deferent cpus which made it hard to tell which was faster. now they both can use intel cpus. mac are great for pros, editors of music,videos, pictures, and graphic designers.
pcs are more commond place than macs.theres fewer software for macs than pcs but they are improving. you can find cheaper pcs than macs.
pc or mac ? its a matter of preferrence i work with both
2006-08-17 03:48:34 · answer #7 · answered by joejoe 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mac is Safer than a PC, but Linux better than both of Em'.
2006-08-17 03:35:14 · answer #8 · answered by Daniel™ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mac's are great for all the reasons people have written in about and you can get a mini mac for about $500!! (that's without the screen but you can hook up any screen ,keyboard and mouse to it.
2006-08-17 06:57:13 · answer #9 · answered by bandopeggy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mac is on apple and pc is running on windows all the command are diffrents
2006-08-17 03:36:10 · answer #10 · answered by rakesh b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋