Hello, I have some information for your consideration as follows:
This is a question many users face when looking for a new computer. Now that Macs include Intel processors - the same ones found in the majority of Microsoft Windows-based PCs - it's even harder to choose between the two types of systems.
The right tools for the right job.
The first thing you should decide is how you're going to use your computer. While both Windows PCs and Macintosh computers can do most tasks the other can - such as email, Web browsing, and word processing - each has its own areas of specialty.
Although Macs can now run Windows natively (from a separate partition on your hard drive using Apple's free Boot Camp software), if you're planning on running a lot of Windows-only software, you might be better off with a PC. First, there's the added cost of buying additional software for a Mac, such as the Windows operating system itself. And if you want to avoid rebooting to access Windows, you can run Windows within the Mac operating system (Mac OS X) with the help of third-party software, but you'll get somewhat slower performance than when running Windows natively on your Mac or on a PC.
For gaming enthusiasts Windows PCs have a clear edge. They have the best selection of gaming titles, as well as the best selection of graphics cards for the latest cutting-edge games.
If you're a multimedia aficionado, who likes to work with music, photos and video, Macs are the preferred choice of hobbyists and many professionals. The iLife suite of multimedia applications is included with every Mac, so you can get started right away. Macs also have the benefit of being less likely to be infected with viruses and other malware.
Other factors to consider.
Which platform are you used to, and which do your family and friends use? It's easier to use a familiar operating system, and if you run into trouble, being able to ask your family or friends for help is a big plus.
Cost may also affect your decision. While Macs of similar specifications are comparably priced to their PC counterparts, the entry-level prices for PCs are lower.
Since laptops are engineered to such tight tolerances and often face demanding conditions, you may also wish to purchase the Product Service Plan, allowing you to spend less time worrying about your computer and more time enjoying it.
2007-05-22 02:16:09
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answered by Jane 4
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Go to an Apple store and take them for a "test drive". Then, decide for yourself.
They are hands down more secure than any Windows PC and actually about the same price when you look at what's included in OS X.
2007-05-22 08:20:34
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answered by ELfaGeek 7
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definately go try an Apple at the store.
some people find after a bit of practice, they love it.
I recently migrated to Apple from a pc, and am so glad I did; everything is much simpler, no viruses, no weird errors or crashes, plus now I'm an Apple hipster, and don't we all want to be that ;)
2007-05-22 08:24:23
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answered by missCuba 3
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it depends apples are good for music video and photos and editing but dells are more for bussniess and stuff so it depends what your going to use it for plus you can still use windows on a mac and macs are more secrue
2007-05-22 08:22:25
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answered by lil94c 2
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hell no apple sucks! everything about it sucks! only if your new to computers get an apple becuase there ment for new or slow people/kids.
2007-05-22 08:20:09
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answered by Anonymous
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