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| 856042 | 2010-02-07 06:20:00 | Hi, I Looking for some advice. I am 95% convinced that I will buy the Apple iMac 21.5". (3.06GHz/2X2GB/500GB), but want to get some advice to balance the sales pitch. We will be running this as a home computer with a small design (landscape) business so mainly internet, word processing, spreadsheeting and design - no gaming etc but plan to use this as my media hub (music only at this point but.....). The design software we use is not resource hungry and is designed for pc with no mac version available. We dont want to learn a new system so intend having xp insatalled also. I am told the best way of doing this is soming called parallel? My reasons for switching are: macs seem to have less hassle with security, greater reliability, looks better, last longer, seem faster than equivalent pc options, have cool media options etc...... so first question, are these reasons valid my other questions are: Will (and if so how much) will running duel operating systems impact on the performance? I like Macs, they look stylie, and just seem to be less prone to bugs...but will I be no better off if I run windows on the same machine (ie malware, viruses etc) I can buy an equivalent pc for quite a bit less, what is the benefit of the mac (aside from just being heaps cooler) If we go to the parallel way of running windows, how simple is it to flick between the two vs other methods (bootcamp). My wife will be the predominant user, and HATES computers, so I am looking for something that really is easy and intuitive! Thats all, any advice etc would be greatly appreciated. Dave |
Davemas (15616) | ||
| 856043 | 2010-02-07 07:19:00 | My wife will be the predominant user, and HATES computers, so I am looking for something that really is easy and intuitive! Dave I do have some experience in the setup you mentioned. If your wife does not like computers and solving problems(with them), I would suggest the best way to go is to stay with MS systems(as you mentioned that you need it anyway). Any system does need to be looked after and so I would just look after one properly. For the money you buy the mentioned(harware and OS) you can get a very good windows based machine(as others here can help you with). Then spend some money for security( if you want), though there are good free options also. Having an MS system on a OS X(Parallels or VM Fusion) does not mean it is any safer as on its own!:2cents: |
notechyet (4479) | ||
| 856044 | 2010-02-07 08:24:00 | integration with parallel or Vmwares fusion is very good, you can run xp full screen or integrated then the windows apps appear in the dock along side osx apps. Sun micro systems do a free virtual machine app. We currently run Vmware at work on a mac pro, no problems. Xp runs better in fusion then it did on the old machine it replaced. | plod (107) | ||
| 856045 | 2010-02-07 08:24:00 | ... For the money you buy the mentioned(harware and OS) you can get a very good windows based machine(as others here can help you with). Then spend some money for security( if you want), though there are good free options also. +1 |
bk T (215) | ||
| 856046 | 2010-02-07 17:47:00 | Don't expect to be able to upgrade a MAC easily you can't just add stuff in like new hardware and MACS do get viruses as well despite all the hype saying they don't. I think you need to write a real list of the pro's and cons of both as you see them then ask again. You will have to buy a copy of XP for the MAC if you don't have an unused copy adding more cost | gary67 (56) | ||
| 856047 | 2010-02-07 20:44:00 | If you enjoy the simplicity of being in prison, then yes apple would be good for you . There must be a performance hit operating a virtual machine . Yes the windows VM can get bugs just as a non virtual one can . Note that you talk about malware,viruses I doubt that if youl get any if you stick to serious work issues on it . In my experience it is kids getting music, flash games, warez and dodgy sites which are the most dangerous . Machines dont infect themselves . |
pkm (13527) | ||
| 856048 | 2010-02-07 21:16:00 | Few links that might be useful. Installing Snow Leopard and networking www.apple.com iLife tutorials www.apple.com iWork tutorials www.apple.com Some free stuff for your Mac http://mac.softpedia.com/ http://www.opensourcemac.org/ http://www.macupdate.com/ |
wratterus (105) | ||
| 856049 | 2010-02-07 22:38:00 | The design software we use is not resource hungry and is designed for pc with no mac version available. We dont want to learn a new system so intend having xp insatalled also. macs seem to have less hassle with security, greater reliability, looks better, last longer, seem faster than equivalent pc options, have cool media options etc. In which case I wouldn't bother with a Mac, I'd buy a PC. PCs are not a "hassle" as far as malware goes. Take simple precautions and you'll never have a problem. I don't. They do not have greater reliabilty. Don't compare Apples with Oranges. What makes a PC (whatever "brand") is the quality of components in it. Stick with reliable quality parts INSIDE the PC and you'll be fine. Do NOT buy an off the shelf shitbox from a toaster shop. Looks are primarily determined by the case - get a nice case and it looks pretty. Fast is also relative, get decent specs, and you'll find that costs less in a PC too. |
pctek (84) | ||
| 856050 | 2010-02-07 22:47:00 | Your number one requirement is Windows so your looking at a Mac? Muhahahahaha Ten points to Apple marketing. Anyway, Buy whatever takes your fancy, its your money, Personally I'd recommend a quality PC. |
Metla (12) | ||
| 856051 | 2010-02-10 04:03:00 | Thats all, any advice etc would be greatly appreciated. Dave Just wonder what decision you made?:) |
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