I was talking with a client the other day who is in the market for a new computer. He currently has an older computer,
is a PC owner and is thinking about buying a Mac this time around.
Wondering whether to go the Mac route or buy a PC again. It is a
question I get on an ongoing basis.
There are
advantages to both. Approximately 12% of computers in use today are
Macs and PCs (Microsoft Operating System) account for 85% and 3% are
other. A big factor is cost. If you buy a Mac expect to pay a premium
for it. This is because Microsoft licenses its operating system to
Dell, HP, Lenovo among others so there is competition. If you wish to
buy a Mac, Apple is the only manufacturer.
You
also have more varieties to choose from when you are choosing a PC as
the same companies Microsoft licenses its operating system to build
their own models.
Macs
are not as prone to viruses and other forms of malware. Note that I
did not say you cannot get a virus on a Mac. Those who program viruses
are less likely to make them to affect a Mac due to their market share.
When they asked Willie Sutton why he robbed banks he responded,
"Because that's where the money is." Why go after 12% of the market
when you can go after 85%? In April 2012 Kaspersky noted that Mac’s
platform was a decade behind Microsoft’s when it came to computer
security. Link for article. Again the lower market share is why Macs are not as prone to viruses.
Apple is known for their exceptional customer service. Their Genius Bar provides free technical support
in person. Apple also offers free training as well again in person. I
also suggest if you are buying a Mac you purchase an Apple Care plan.
It is an extended warranty plan for both your computer and questions you
have related to using it. The costs to repair a Mac are higher than
repairing a PC.
The
gap has greatly lessened for these two factors but the availability of
software programs for PCs is greater than for Macs. On the other side,
Macs are easier to use as well as quicker to start
up and shut down. That said, Windows has greatly narrowed the gap here
and will be coming out with their new operating system Windows8 in
October. Apple last updated their operating system in late July of this
year.
In determining
whether a Mac or PC is for you these are some of the factors to
consider. Every situation is different so I cannot give a one size fits
all answer. If you have additional questions about whether a Mac or PC
would work better for you, I can be reached at (917) 572-3468 or email
me at mike@computerconciergeny.com
My Facebook page http://on.fb.me/MikesCCNY provides information on the current goings on in the technology field. There are tips to better use your computer and smartphone. For timely information, please visit and "Like" my page.
Computer training and many types of computer repairs can be done remotely. If you or someone you know needs either training to better use your computer or repairs I am now doing it on a remote basis in addition to in person locally.
http://computerconciergeny.com/3/post/2012/10/joinme-how-to-use-to-allow-someone-to-remotely-view-and-control-your-computer.html takes you to a narrative to use Join.me. It is a very user friendly site and it is easy to temporarily allow control of your computer. I also did an online video as well which is on the following link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyRSqpYNVQY
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