Yavin, how can a machine that runs OS X plus Windows plus anything else have less software offerings than a machine that runs Windows and everything else EXCEPT for Mac OS X?
And how and where can you find a PC that performs faster than a Mac Pro for less money? Dell Xeon workstations are not only uglier and loader than a Mac Pro, they also consume more kilowatts per hour and cost more. But the worst part is, they run SLOW compared to a Mac Pro. The Dell Xeon that we have at work is the most unimpressive workstation that I've ever seen. The only thing that is not disappointing about it is its 30" display. ;-)
Maybe you have more hardware choices for the PC, but you know what? It just doesn't matter. For the first time, more notebooks than desktop machines have been sold this year. And I think we can all agree that once you have bought a notebook system, the machine is basically frozen in its state. And nobody cares about it anymore -- the systems have more than enough computing and graphics power these days for what people usually do with them and they also come with all the required interfaces and networking options. Nobody needs the additional hardware choices anymore. That was important in the 90s, when even normal people still upgraded their machines. Nowadys, people buy a new computer after a couple of years and that's it. And they want compact machines that they can use in the living room or take with them. The old school argument about expandibility just doesn't count anymore.
But the real truth behind everything is that computers in general just suck, no matter what hardware or software you use. But when you use a Mac for a while, you will discover that Macs suck less than the rest. They run all the software you would want to run on a PC, they have an optimal bang for the buck rate AND they look pretty in your living room. Just ask your girl friends and wives what machine they would buy. ;-)
Oh, "one more thing": The discussion is about as old as the computer market, and there never has been a "right" answer for everybody. Once the decision's been made, later changes come expensive. Just like in a marriage. Only that a computer will accept a second or third partner in your life. :)
But honestly. When you have a business plan, your business requirements will dictate the choice of the system. If you don't have a strict plan and strict requirements, you can buy whatever feels best for you. Personally, I never felt comfortable in the mainstream or where everybody else went. I prefer quality and beautiful design and I am willing to pay for it. For some reason, I don't find either in the PC world. And, PLEASE, don't tell me that Vista is "beautiful" or "looks good". From an overall perspective, it does not. It looks like a tuned VW parked next to a Porsche.
Enough of it now. About time to have a late breakfast. ;-)
And how and where can you find a PC that performs faster than a Mac Pro for less money? Dell Xeon workstations are not only uglier and loader than a Mac Pro, they also consume more kilowatts per hour and cost more. But the worst part is, they run SLOW compared to a Mac Pro. The Dell Xeon that we have at work is the most unimpressive workstation that I've ever seen. The only thing that is not disappointing about it is its 30" display. ;-)
Maybe you have more hardware choices for the PC, but you know what? It just doesn't matter. For the first time, more notebooks than desktop machines have been sold this year. And I think we can all agree that once you have bought a notebook system, the machine is basically frozen in its state. And nobody cares about it anymore -- the systems have more than enough computing and graphics power these days for what people usually do with them and they also come with all the required interfaces and networking options. Nobody needs the additional hardware choices anymore. That was important in the 90s, when even normal people still upgraded their machines. Nowadys, people buy a new computer after a couple of years and that's it. And they want compact machines that they can use in the living room or take with them. The old school argument about expandibility just doesn't count anymore.
But the real truth behind everything is that computers in general just suck, no matter what hardware or software you use. But when you use a Mac for a while, you will discover that Macs suck less than the rest. They run all the software you would want to run on a PC, they have an optimal bang for the buck rate AND they look pretty in your living room. Just ask your girl friends and wives what machine they would buy. ;-)
Oh, "one more thing": The discussion is about as old as the computer market, and there never has been a "right" answer for everybody. Once the decision's been made, later changes come expensive. Just like in a marriage. Only that a computer will accept a second or third partner in your life. :)
But honestly. When you have a business plan, your business requirements will dictate the choice of the system. If you don't have a strict plan and strict requirements, you can buy whatever feels best for you. Personally, I never felt comfortable in the mainstream or where everybody else went. I prefer quality and beautiful design and I am willing to pay for it. For some reason, I don't find either in the PC world. And, PLEASE, don't tell me that Vista is "beautiful" or "looks good". From an overall perspective, it does not. It looks like a tuned VW parked next to a Porsche.
Enough of it now. About time to have a late breakfast. ;-)