Choosing a Computer

Windows vs Mac Ms. President January 19, 2012

Tips to Choose a Computer1. Get a demo.2. Be prepared to learn how to use program(s).3. Consider your budget.4. Consider your needs.5. Consider which computers meet your needs.6. Consider criteria of importance to you.7. Select a computer from 5 based on 6.

Windows MacStandard Memory 2 – 8 GB 1 – 4 GBStability Crashes used to be Crashes are seldom frequent but less nowCompatibility Not allowed to run Mac Can run WindowsPrice Roughly comparable Roughly comparable because LCD extra because LCD includedGraphics Best in Windows 7 Better than WindowsVulnerability Often targeted by viruses Has mostly built in virus supportMultimedia Photo Gallery and Movie iMovie and iPhoto (not Maker with OS downloads)Autosave Available for hibernate Built in even with rebootBackward compatible Good for Windows 7->XP Poor in Lion for old appsUsability Good BetterSupport ?? One-to-one

Sites Used• http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/tech- tips-and-tricks/pc-vs-mac-the-big-debate.html• http://www.siliconindia.com/shownews/Comparis on_of_Mac_OS_Lion_and_Microsoft_Windows_7- nid-98824-cid-7.html• http://blog.laptopmag.com/mac-os-x-lion-vs- windows-7-which-is-better/14Full disclosureI only have a Mac right now. I teach most of thetime using Windows.

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Choosing a Computer

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