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Participant[quote=ucodegen]I agree with the comments on Apple. Nice.. but.. In addition, if you are going to play computer games or software from other vendors, your selection under Apple is going to be smaller.
[/quote]That was true years ago but is becoming less so as time goes on. Most major software nowadays is compatible with OSX, and if not, you can boot your machine into XP or Vista via Parallels to run whatever your heart desires.
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Participant[quote=ucodegen]I agree with the comments on Apple. Nice.. but.. In addition, if you are going to play computer games or software from other vendors, your selection under Apple is going to be smaller.
[/quote]That was true years ago but is becoming less so as time goes on. Most major software nowadays is compatible with OSX, and if not, you can boot your machine into XP or Vista via Parallels to run whatever your heart desires.
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Participant[quote=ucodegen]I agree with the comments on Apple. Nice.. but.. In addition, if you are going to play computer games or software from other vendors, your selection under Apple is going to be smaller.
[/quote]That was true years ago but is becoming less so as time goes on. Most major software nowadays is compatible with OSX, and if not, you can boot your machine into XP or Vista via Parallels to run whatever your heart desires.
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ParticipantMacbook, or even better, Macbook Pro. Yes, they are expensive, but you get what you pay for. The cheapie $599 laptops will last you a year or MAYBE two, and will run like molasses the entire time. Macbook will last you 4-5 years and it’s a great machine. Vista is a complete failure and Apple is slowly taking over all markets they enter (computing, entertainment (music/TV/movie), cell phone, and soon enterprise and handheld gaming).
In a couple years Apple will be dominating multiple markets and you will be glad you decided to go with a Macbook.
I am the designated family “computer guy” and after a decade of advising my family to go with Dell, I’ve had enough of the crap quality of PC manufacturers and software and now tell them, “Buy a Mac. It’s worth it in the long run.” Case in point, after advising my cousin to purchase a Mac, she decided to go with the Dell “because it’s cheaper” and she was begging me 1 month later to come fix her broken brand new laptop. Infected with spyware, slow as hell, it took me 4 hours of formatting/reinstalling to get her back up to speed, and even after all of that it still ran like a Pinto compared to my 3-year old Powerbook. That is why I now refuse to service PCs – they are a waste of time, money, and the hair that you pull out of your head when dealing with them.
Also, Apple will be the first company to bring true convergence to the marketplace. We’re already seeing it. The combination of OSX, iPod/iPhone, AppleTV, MobileMe, etc, etc are the first true steps we’ve taken towards device convergence. It’s only a matter of time before they release iCar, iFridge, and iWashingMachine all controlled by your iPod/iPhone no matter where you are. Get on the train before it leaves the station.
afx114
ParticipantMacbook, or even better, Macbook Pro. Yes, they are expensive, but you get what you pay for. The cheapie $599 laptops will last you a year or MAYBE two, and will run like molasses the entire time. Macbook will last you 4-5 years and it’s a great machine. Vista is a complete failure and Apple is slowly taking over all markets they enter (computing, entertainment (music/TV/movie), cell phone, and soon enterprise and handheld gaming).
In a couple years Apple will be dominating multiple markets and you will be glad you decided to go with a Macbook.
I am the designated family “computer guy” and after a decade of advising my family to go with Dell, I’ve had enough of the crap quality of PC manufacturers and software and now tell them, “Buy a Mac. It’s worth it in the long run.” Case in point, after advising my cousin to purchase a Mac, she decided to go with the Dell “because it’s cheaper” and she was begging me 1 month later to come fix her broken brand new laptop. Infected with spyware, slow as hell, it took me 4 hours of formatting/reinstalling to get her back up to speed, and even after all of that it still ran like a Pinto compared to my 3-year old Powerbook. That is why I now refuse to service PCs – they are a waste of time, money, and the hair that you pull out of your head when dealing with them.
Also, Apple will be the first company to bring true convergence to the marketplace. We’re already seeing it. The combination of OSX, iPod/iPhone, AppleTV, MobileMe, etc, etc are the first true steps we’ve taken towards device convergence. It’s only a matter of time before they release iCar, iFridge, and iWashingMachine all controlled by your iPod/iPhone no matter where you are. Get on the train before it leaves the station.
afx114
ParticipantMacbook, or even better, Macbook Pro. Yes, they are expensive, but you get what you pay for. The cheapie $599 laptops will last you a year or MAYBE two, and will run like molasses the entire time. Macbook will last you 4-5 years and it’s a great machine. Vista is a complete failure and Apple is slowly taking over all markets they enter (computing, entertainment (music/TV/movie), cell phone, and soon enterprise and handheld gaming).
In a couple years Apple will be dominating multiple markets and you will be glad you decided to go with a Macbook.
I am the designated family “computer guy” and after a decade of advising my family to go with Dell, I’ve had enough of the crap quality of PC manufacturers and software and now tell them, “Buy a Mac. It’s worth it in the long run.” Case in point, after advising my cousin to purchase a Mac, she decided to go with the Dell “because it’s cheaper” and she was begging me 1 month later to come fix her broken brand new laptop. Infected with spyware, slow as hell, it took me 4 hours of formatting/reinstalling to get her back up to speed, and even after all of that it still ran like a Pinto compared to my 3-year old Powerbook. That is why I now refuse to service PCs – they are a waste of time, money, and the hair that you pull out of your head when dealing with them.
Also, Apple will be the first company to bring true convergence to the marketplace. We’re already seeing it. The combination of OSX, iPod/iPhone, AppleTV, MobileMe, etc, etc are the first true steps we’ve taken towards device convergence. It’s only a matter of time before they release iCar, iFridge, and iWashingMachine all controlled by your iPod/iPhone no matter where you are. Get on the train before it leaves the station.
afx114
ParticipantMacbook, or even better, Macbook Pro. Yes, they are expensive, but you get what you pay for. The cheapie $599 laptops will last you a year or MAYBE two, and will run like molasses the entire time. Macbook will last you 4-5 years and it’s a great machine. Vista is a complete failure and Apple is slowly taking over all markets they enter (computing, entertainment (music/TV/movie), cell phone, and soon enterprise and handheld gaming).
In a couple years Apple will be dominating multiple markets and you will be glad you decided to go with a Macbook.
I am the designated family “computer guy” and after a decade of advising my family to go with Dell, I’ve had enough of the crap quality of PC manufacturers and software and now tell them, “Buy a Mac. It’s worth it in the long run.” Case in point, after advising my cousin to purchase a Mac, she decided to go with the Dell “because it’s cheaper” and she was begging me 1 month later to come fix her broken brand new laptop. Infected with spyware, slow as hell, it took me 4 hours of formatting/reinstalling to get her back up to speed, and even after all of that it still ran like a Pinto compared to my 3-year old Powerbook. That is why I now refuse to service PCs – they are a waste of time, money, and the hair that you pull out of your head when dealing with them.
Also, Apple will be the first company to bring true convergence to the marketplace. We’re already seeing it. The combination of OSX, iPod/iPhone, AppleTV, MobileMe, etc, etc are the first true steps we’ve taken towards device convergence. It’s only a matter of time before they release iCar, iFridge, and iWashingMachine all controlled by your iPod/iPhone no matter where you are. Get on the train before it leaves the station.
afx114
ParticipantMacbook, or even better, Macbook Pro. Yes, they are expensive, but you get what you pay for. The cheapie $599 laptops will last you a year or MAYBE two, and will run like molasses the entire time. Macbook will last you 4-5 years and it’s a great machine. Vista is a complete failure and Apple is slowly taking over all markets they enter (computing, entertainment (music/TV/movie), cell phone, and soon enterprise and handheld gaming).
In a couple years Apple will be dominating multiple markets and you will be glad you decided to go with a Macbook.
I am the designated family “computer guy” and after a decade of advising my family to go with Dell, I’ve had enough of the crap quality of PC manufacturers and software and now tell them, “Buy a Mac. It’s worth it in the long run.” Case in point, after advising my cousin to purchase a Mac, she decided to go with the Dell “because it’s cheaper” and she was begging me 1 month later to come fix her broken brand new laptop. Infected with spyware, slow as hell, it took me 4 hours of formatting/reinstalling to get her back up to speed, and even after all of that it still ran like a Pinto compared to my 3-year old Powerbook. That is why I now refuse to service PCs – they are a waste of time, money, and the hair that you pull out of your head when dealing with them.
Also, Apple will be the first company to bring true convergence to the marketplace. We’re already seeing it. The combination of OSX, iPod/iPhone, AppleTV, MobileMe, etc, etc are the first true steps we’ve taken towards device convergence. It’s only a matter of time before they release iCar, iFridge, and iWashingMachine all controlled by your iPod/iPhone no matter where you are. Get on the train before it leaves the station.
July 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM in reply to: Off Topic: “Myth of Consensus explodes: APS Opens Global Warming Debate #242800afx114
Participanthttp://www.livescience.com/environment/080718-aps-gw.html
Rumor Debunked: No Flip-Flop on Global Warming
On their homepage, the APS has now placed a statement that reaffirms its 2007 position statement on global warming, which also states, “The evidence is incontrovertible: Global warming is occurring.” It adds that mitigation efforts must be taken immediately.
July 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM in reply to: Off Topic: “Myth of Consensus explodes: APS Opens Global Warming Debate #242940afx114
Participanthttp://www.livescience.com/environment/080718-aps-gw.html
Rumor Debunked: No Flip-Flop on Global Warming
On their homepage, the APS has now placed a statement that reaffirms its 2007 position statement on global warming, which also states, “The evidence is incontrovertible: Global warming is occurring.” It adds that mitigation efforts must be taken immediately.
July 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM in reply to: Off Topic: “Myth of Consensus explodes: APS Opens Global Warming Debate #242947afx114
Participanthttp://www.livescience.com/environment/080718-aps-gw.html
Rumor Debunked: No Flip-Flop on Global Warming
On their homepage, the APS has now placed a statement that reaffirms its 2007 position statement on global warming, which also states, “The evidence is incontrovertible: Global warming is occurring.” It adds that mitigation efforts must be taken immediately.
July 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM in reply to: Off Topic: “Myth of Consensus explodes: APS Opens Global Warming Debate #243003afx114
Participanthttp://www.livescience.com/environment/080718-aps-gw.html
Rumor Debunked: No Flip-Flop on Global Warming
On their homepage, the APS has now placed a statement that reaffirms its 2007 position statement on global warming, which also states, “The evidence is incontrovertible: Global warming is occurring.” It adds that mitigation efforts must be taken immediately.
July 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM in reply to: Off Topic: “Myth of Consensus explodes: APS Opens Global Warming Debate #243012afx114
Participanthttp://www.livescience.com/environment/080718-aps-gw.html
Rumor Debunked: No Flip-Flop on Global Warming
On their homepage, the APS has now placed a statement that reaffirms its 2007 position statement on global warming, which also states, “The evidence is incontrovertible: Global warming is occurring.” It adds that mitigation efforts must be taken immediately.
afx114
ParticipantHi, I’d like to know where to subscribe to the Official Republican Talking Points ™ RSS feed, thx!
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