Apple
Loren Jewkes

Why is there a debate?
There is a debate between Apple, Microsoft, and
Linux because they are the three top
companies and are fighting for the top spot.

Comparable Windows and Apple
computers
Specs Microsoft Apple
Initial Cost 1,499.00 1,449.00
4gb Ram 0 100
Three year full 189.00 100
support
Virus Software 136 Free software
4 Gigabit Wifi 170 Free
router
Automated PC 49 – (Done Free – Done
tune-up monthly) Nightly
320 gb hard 0 0
drive
512mb video 0 0
card

Cost Of Apple and Microsoft
2500
$2,091.98
2000
$1,449.00 $1,648.98
1500 $1,449.00
Initial
1000 Upgrades
$642.98
500 Total
$199.98
0
Microsoft
Apple

Questions
• Is a Mac reliable?
– Apple builds both the hardware and the software
• They are made for each other
– Rarely freezes or crashes
– Resists most viruses
• What applications can’t you use?
– None
– You can run any program through Bootcamp
• Bootcamp runs Windows as fast as a PC

Why you should buy a Mac
• If both systems are comparable
– A Mac is almost as cheap or cheaper
– The hardware works better with the software
• Made for each other
– No costly down time from viruses
– Video