So i've decided that im getting a PC...

and I can't decide wether to get a PC or Mac. I've never used a Mac before, but I hear good things about them. All I would be using the computer for would be internet, instant messaging, videos, music and the odd text document or something for school.

I first thought I would just get a regular Windows based PC, but have considered getting a Mac. I hear that they are alot easier to use and give the user alot less hassle. Low chances of you getting viruses or just general problems with your computer and stuff. But they are relatively expensive, and I don't really want to go and pay for something that isn't worth the money. I know most of you guys play PC games and would have PC as the obvious choice. But im not into PC gaming, and I just really want a computer that will be easy to use and give me no problems, I hear Macs are good like that. Is it true or would I just be better of saving my money and getting a Windows based computer?

Any advice would be great, thanks.

ONLYDOD

If you're planning on playing games - FORGET Mac.

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and I can't decide wether to get a PC or Mac. I've never used a Mac before, but I hear good things about them. All I would be using the computer for would be internet, instant messaging, videos, music and the odd text document or something for school.

I first thought I would just get a regular Windows based PC, but have considered getting a Mac. I hear that they are alot easier to use and give the user alot less hassle. Low chances of you getting viruses or just general problems with your computer and stuff. But they are relatively expensive, and I don't really want to go and pay for something that isn't worth the money. I know most of you guys play PC games and would have PC as the obvious choice. But im not into PC gaming, and I just really want a computer that will be easy to use and give me no problems, I hear Macs are good like that. Is it true or would I just be better of saving my money and getting a Windows based computer?

Any advice would be great, thanks.

1xcalibur1

If you're planning on playing games - FORGET Mac.

I'd go wilh the dell because they have good prices and are supposed to be handy if it breaks. It's all up to you though.

Don't let us decide for you

pc it can play games

mac it cant play games and is only white and from an evil company

pc it can play games

mac it cant play games and is only white and from an evil company

naruto7777

Thats strange, im typing on a black MacBook now with games like Starcraft, Halo and starwars battlefront on my HDD.

[QUOTE="skrat_01"]Which is purley based on ones opinion.

No console offers an experience a PC does.

Go figure.

lowe0

. i see no right click-er on it as im typing this. its just a big white mouse with a tiny scroll ball on top
shakmaster13

Go try that, then come back. Problem solved. This is exactly how I have my mouse set up for when I have to remote into my Windows machine at work, and it works perfectly.

[QUOTE="shakmaster13"]. i see no right click-er on it as im typing this. its just a big white mouse with a tiny scroll ball on top
lowe0

Go try that, then come back. Problem solved. This is exactly how I have my mouse set up for when I have to remote into my Windows machine at work, and it works perfectly.

or he can just hit control when he clicks

and to the tc i got a mac for college and love it i use to be anti-mac but i used one at my college and loved it so i just sold my other laptop and got a mac. But thats beside the point if you go with pc do not and i repeat do not get VISTA. Try to get a laptop with xp or linux vista ruins laptops.

for what you want to use it for, mac. easily. easy to use and will give you no problems, especially if you set up a firewall (just a heads up most mac users never even use a firewall and they're usually fine)

however, if you don't want to spend the extra $$$, a windows computer will do all you stated. you will have to worry about viruses, spyware, etc though. and windows can be a #%$@# sometimes for no reason whatsoever. and 1 suggestion if i may if you get windows computer don't get vista. please. it's really really annoying and it just finds ways to screw itself up in the most annoying ways possible.

Unless you plan on being an audio engineer/producer, PC > Mac.

and I can't decide wether to get a PC or Mac. I've never used a Mac before, but I hear good things about them. All I would be using the computer for would be internet, instant messaging, videos, music and the odd text document or something for school.

I first thought I would just get a regular Windows based PC, but have considered getting a Mac. I hear that they are alot easier to use and give the user alot less hassle. Low chances of you getting viruses or just general problems with your computer and stuff. But they are relatively expensive, and I don't really want to go and pay for something that isn't worth the money. I know most of you guys play PC games and would have PC as the obvious choice. But im not into PC gaming, and I just really want a computer that will be easy to use and give me no problems, I hear Macs are good like that. Is it true or would I just be better of saving my money and getting a Windows based computer?

Any advice would be great, thanks.

ONLYDOD

Get a PC, 'cause if you want a Mac for that purpose, you'll get an overpriced piece of crap.

tough decision... PC gets games, but Macs are unbelievably sexy, not to mention great for everything that doesn't involve gaming (school, etc.).

I say it's pretty much even.

If you dont care about pc gaming than a mac is great, even though its more expensive trust meVendettaRed07

For what the TC needs to do, I would normally recommend a Windows based PC. The freedom is greater on the platform, he'll save a substantial amount of money, and Windows PCs no harder to use than a Windows machine once you know the ins and outs of each.

Macs are just flashier (which admittedly appeals to a lot of people).

If you're considering a Mac, TC, I'd try one out and see if the extra flash is worth the extra price for you.