2006-12-27 06:19:56 · 11 answers · asked by drunkin_jedi 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
MAC has its advantages in the world of Art. Graphic designers use it almost exclusely.
But sharing data, documents in the business world means PC (IBM). With the PC, you get people that are trained on standardized tools. You reach 90 percent of the computer literacy and funtionality.
From a security point of view, the MAC wins. Many people that use MACs on-line simply don't have anti-virus programs. MAC users don't even know what SpyWare is.
So it all depends on what you intend to do with it. But look at the programs that your profession offers.
Good luck and Happy Computing!
2006-12-29 10:35:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the past I would have suggested that you find the software you want to work with first and then choose the appropriate computer to run that software. While that is still the best path to take, it is no longer strictly necessary. That's because the new Intel based Macintoshes will allow you to run BOTH Mac OS X and windows! This is possible through either the free "Bootcamp" software provided by Apple as a download or "virtualization" software available from Parallels Desktop, and soon from others. This is NOT EMULATION! You are actually running both operating systems natively on the hardware so they are just as fast as running them on dedicated machines.
Since you CAN run Windows on a Macintosh, I would definitely recommend a Mac for an interior design business. Industrial design is of great importance in such an industry and the Mac certainly shines in that area. Additionally, there is a wealth of design related software written specifically for the Mac so you should never go wanting for the appropriate software solution.
Macs have been garnering rave reviews across the board. . . even from stalwart Windows users.
All of the above combined with the generally accepted superiority of Mac OS X in usability and security should be enough to sway your decision toward a Mac.
Some of the links below should shed some light on both the issues discussed and the point of view of Windows users working with Macs.
2006-12-27 14:42:00 · answer #2 · answered by EMG 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well when it comes to designs i can assure you that MAC is the best, there is no doubt about it, i'm not going to explain why cause it needs a day, but in brief MAC is much more reliable than PC in handling designs, i'v been working on advertisement designs for more than 5 months now and i feel much more comfortable with working on MAC than PC.
2006-12-27 14:29:30 · answer #3 · answered by the-legend 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Graphics designers use Mac's. More graphic friendly. My daughter got one for college and she is a music major. Many of her fellow students got PC's. They hate how fast she can do things compared to them. Even her boyfriend, who is a PC tech, admits the macbook is better.
2006-12-27 14:24:36 · answer #4 · answered by Joe S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mac, although that is the answer regardles of what you do :) Macs are more fitted for this type of design work and have more apps available.
2006-12-27 14:21:20 · answer #5 · answered by themountainshaker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you are used to using. Both have great programs for interior designers and both work well.
2006-12-27 14:22:14 · answer #6 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Mac will give you more 'street cred' for your line of business.
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2006-12-27 14:21:45 · answer #7 · answered by jan 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
MAC by far.
2006-12-27 14:22:20 · answer #8 · answered by samanthakhz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mac, then everyone will be jealous of you
2006-12-27 14:22:06 · answer #9 · answered by kristonianinstitution 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MAC
2006-12-27 14:22:23 · answer #10 · answered by Nocturne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋