PC vs MAC

[etech]

Hi everyone, I am overdue to upgrade our main Dell PC (6 years old). It operates windows xp with office 2003 and is getting slowwww. I have been toying with the idea of investing in an apple iMac desktop. I run a small electrical contracting business (5 Employees) using this computer and a few trade specific softwares and wondered what everyones opinion and reasons for these opinions were on the age old argument ....MAC or PC....?? Thanks in advance.

 

[setishock]

This is a duplicate of the thread found here> http://www.computerforums.org/forums/software-operating-systems/mac-vs-windows-pc-217927.html

 

[Macmaster4k2]

Macs are overpriced and i find it no point in learning a whole new operating system when you are already accustomed to windows.

Now dont get me wrong, macs are great pieces of machinery and practically use the same components as a pc but since it is a name brand in a sense, they jack up the prices on them by a ridiculous amount. Though macs are good for graphical design and photoshop, i dont not think it will be neccessary for your line of work. I am assuming you will use your computer for like excel spredsheets, quickbooks, and possibly CAD software. I think a pc will be perfect for your needs and will save you a few bucks as well

 

[BikerEcho]

My opinion (the short version)

You get more for your money by buying a PC. and you have allot more to choose from.
Macs are too expensive and overrated.
So i will advice you to go for a PC.
but someone else in this forum are gonna tell you otherwise.


When you buy a new computer you can still use the old one.
Try Linux. it's free and works great and faster then Windows.
Then 2 of your employees can be online at once.

you can make Linux look and feel like mac if you want it to. Like so:
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http://www.fierysource.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/linux-desktop-screen-shot.jpg
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Or a little more Windows like. Like So:
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http://www.ubuntuka.com/static.images/ubuntu_light_for_windows_xp_by_freddi67-d2xoqxh.png
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[cb600fshornet]

The new Macbook for example is the least upgradeable machine I have ever seen.

I'd go the PC route, at least your software will all still work.