2007-03-04 10:16:51 · 8 answers · asked by HRcutie 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
Yes. I recently switched to MAC after 20 years on a PC. I just keep wondering what took me so long.
2007-03-04 10:24:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can possibly purchase a Mac.
But?
Would you still be able to do all you need to do with a Mac that you now do with a PC.
My son went to a Mac Book from a Dell. And it appears that he likes it better. But... He at times has problems getting on line. The other is the difference in "icons".
My take on Mac - basically - Media
PC - More business adapted with media and more widely used.
You still have Word & Excel type software on a Mac.
Icons differ.
Either would probably be fine ... with me ... I've gotton more aquainted with PC software & the workings thereof. Than that of a Mac.
Do some comparison and investigating on both before choosing.
I hope this helps.
2007-03-04 18:47:51 · answer #2 · answered by Old Dawg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see why not. The current version of Windows Vista tries to copy in a way the interface that you'd find on Linux. Though they could of tightened it up more, it's foolish for OS vendors not to strive for interfaces and technologies that are interchangeable. We are a connected society with all different experience levels. and diversification captures a greater market.
That said, if you want to experience a similar interface without before having to buy a Mac, you can experiment with BSD and Linux. Both of these OSs are derived from Unix and BSD is the flavor that Mac OS is based off of. The only big issues I've come across with alternative OSs such as these are driver, full NTFS file system support, and gaming. Because they aren't as popular as Windows, it can be sometimes more difficult to find the a compatible support.
In that case, you're better off buying the Mac, because of the established market. What you can do on a Mac, you surely can do on a PC. Office applications like Microsoft Office is available for Mac and so are Adobe products for photo and video editing. If you're into Adobe products,or other media tools, Macs are a good choice especially when Adobe originally wrote the programs to run on Mac. Being that it is a BSD descendant, it is partially open-source making it ideal for programming as well. Gaming support, I'll still give to PCs, but as a side note, Macs do offer XP support. Though its a beta, it's something to consider. Below are some links for your viewing.
2007-03-04 18:54:56 · answer #3 · answered by Elliot K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buying a pogo stick after 12 years with Dell sounds good also. It is possible to love anything after Dell.
Hi Michael Dell :)
2007-03-04 19:11:05 · answer #4 · answered by pocbr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without getting too technical, I would say yes...I think you will be suprised at how smoothly the Mac runs as opposed to your PC...it will take some getting used to (the new operating system and all) but other than that I bet you will absolutley love your new Mac...
2007-03-04 18:20:44 · answer #5 · answered by Dkearns 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problems with Macs is that they are not good for gaming, they lack software, and they are overpriced.
2007-03-04 19:26:25 · answer #6 · answered by Brett 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is and its also possible to get one loaded with linux and love that too I have all 3 and use them a lot
2007-03-04 18:23:30 · answer #7 · answered by bsmith13421 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2007-03-04 18:20:28 · answer #8 · answered by al 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋