macbook… cant beat em.
Macs suck. Period. My roommate has a Mac and she can’t transfer files very well to other computers. Also, she’s had to take it to the tech store several times. Don’t let anyone try to convince you that Macs are good. They are computers for idiots. Dells stink, too. They always crash. There’s been more than a handful of people on my dorm floor who have had the blue screen of death appear on their Dell.
I would recommend a Lenovo Thinkpad. They are very straightforward, run business-related programs and games well, and don’t have crap on them when you set it up. Basically, you can put what you want on the computer rather than sitting there for hours deleting junk that the company wants you to use. They are excellent computers for college students and young professionals. It even has a cool finger-print reader for your password. 
I’ve had mine for 2 years and haven’t had a single problem. Lenovo is the way to go…it’s just my opinion, but it’s true.
They don’t transfer files well because they’re running different operating systems than dells etc., hence why they include Bootcamp for dual booting(they understand not everyone uses mac, unlike microsoft). I have windows 7 installed for any college and important stuff i might need to share and OSX(snow leopard) for everything else (photos, music, videos etc.) I’ve never had a single problem with it and I’ve had it nearly two years.
Mac all the way.
[quote]AmericanGirl wrote:
Macs suck. Period. My roommate has a Mac and she can’t transfer files very well to other computers. Also, she’s had to take it to the tech store several times. Don’t let anyone try to convince you that Macs are good. They are computers for idiots. Dells stink, too. They always crash. There’s been more than a handful of people on my dorm floor who have had the blue screen of death appear on their Dell.
I would recommend a Lenovo Thinkpad. They are very straightforward, run business-related programs and games well, and don’t have crap on them when you set it up. Basically, you can put what you want on the computer rather than sitting there for hours deleting junk that the company wants you to use. They are excellent computers for college students and young professionals. It even has a cool finger-print reader for your password.
I’ve had mine for 2 years and haven’t had a single problem. Lenovo is the way to go…it’s just my opinion, but it’s true.[/quote]
There are a lot of idiots out there.
I have been owning an aluminium 13 inches macbook for a year or so.
No problems at all, except maybe that microsoft messenger is kinda lame, but thats MS.
I have a Compaq that’s still running strong after 10+ years of use. As far as PCs go this is very impressive as every Dell, Acer, HP and Gateway has broken down on me within months. Of course I eventually bought a mac to avoid all general PC bullshit.
[quote]Iron Dwarf wrote:
I think it’s funny that some of you are comparing Windows to Mac’s OS. Shit, Windows was invented to LOOK AND ACT like Macs. Even Bill Gates bought Macs for intra office stuff.
And Macs do not cost twice as much. By the time you add all the extras to get your PC to act like a Mac, you’re already almost matching the price.
Plus, in all my years with my Mac, (or anyone else I know who uses Macs), I and they have never had a crash brought on by a virus. The last time I had a crash (about 11 years ago), all I did was restart, and zap the PRAM. Good to go, back to work! Compare that to my 2 friends who work on PCs - they’re constantly complaining about viruses and crashes. Both of them are now on their 2nd PC while I’m still on the same workhorse Mac.And they still have the gall goof on me for being a Mac guy?
lol
Side story: For the past 3 years I’ve been doing illustration work for Redmond Magazine… a PC journal! Imagine that… a Mac artist hired by a PC magazine! lol[/quote]
Actually, that story everyone has been speaking of, of how Bill Gates stole the Windows concept from Apple’s Steve Jobs is so inaccurate and been perpetuated over the years by Apple owners, that it’s not even funny.
Truth be told, it was Xerox that pioneered the O/S back in the 60’s and if anything, it was Jobs at Apple that stole it from Xerox by hiring a large chunk of their workforce.
But that’s neither here nor there… Just wanted to set the record straight on that…
Actually, come to think of it, don’t you think it’s odd that someone was make a generalized statement about needing a computer, never post what they need a computer for, nor post a follow-up of their requirements…
Hmmmm…
I honestly don’t know how anyone can recommend any computer, without knowing the requirements for what it’s going to be used for…
The OP could be wanting just a web surfer (like the laptop I’m on now), or maybe he’s a photo journalist and requires extensive photo-editing capabilities, or maybe he’s a developer working with NASA and needs a heavy-duty machine for compiling advanced code… The list is endless…
[quote]twilson13 wrote:
Ratchet wrote:
twilson13 wrote:
My main point still stands; that the majority of people want ease-of-use, simple and useful UI, and a quality build. I think this is why the brand image of apple is so great. Does it have drawbacks? Of course, but most people don’t care about those or don’t even know enough to care. You are more practical(you realize you don’t need the software or extras a mac offers, or want customization) in your approach to computing, but that is just not the norm in society. [/quote]
The irony here is that if the MAJORITY of people started using Macs, they would be just as virus prone as Windows. Macs are such a small percentage of users that it is not worth the time in the viral world to program for them.
I really am not all that familiar with Macs, but do agree they are just fine for most users. I work in a test lab though, with lot’s of archaic test equipment that will only work with Windows. I have some stuff running on Win 95, try finding replacement architecture when those
PC’s go down.
Add to that my server will only connect with Win 2000 or XP Pro and I really have no use for Macs.
[quote]Smallfry69 wrote:
Actually, come to think of it, don’t you think it’s odd that someone was make a generalized statement about needing a computer, never post what they need a computer for, nor post a follow-up of their requirements…
Hmmmm…
I honestly don’t know how anyone can recommend any computer, without knowing the requirements for what it’s going to be used for…
The OP could be wanting just a web surfer (like the laptop I’m on now), or maybe he’s a photo journalist and requires extensive photo-editing capabilities, or maybe he’s a developer working with NASA and needs a heavy-duty machine for compiling advanced code… The list is endless…[/quote]
Very true.
Damn Xerox. Maybe that is why apple called it OS “X”
For laptops, go with Lenovo (IBM). If you build your own desktop, chances are you’ll be much happier with it down the road than buying one off the shelf.
My Thinkpad X30 still works like a charm, upgraded the hell out of it though.
- new battery
- 256MB to 1024MB
- 40GB 4200rpm harddrive to a 160GB 5400rmp
- 11Mbit Wifi to 54Mbit Wifi
- new keyboard… basilicum sauce on your keyboards makes the keys sticky.
So I’m going to shoot for IBM/Lenovo.
Mac only -
PCs and Windows SUCK.
Talked an employee into going Mac and he bought a Mac Mini. A week later he offered to sell it to me because he hadn’t gotten the hang of it. I said SURE I’ll buy it. A week later he was hooked on Mac! Just took some getting used to.
If you simply want an OS for facebook, (Which i’m guessing 90% of college students/moms/old people do) then just build it yourself (there are TONS of guides on how to do this) and throw ubuntu on it.
It comes with just about everything you’ll ever need and you probably won’t be able to fuck it up.
Plus if you ever need any business apps/games, you can always dual boot Win7 (Which is slick as shit btw) for 30 bucks. That is, if your lucky enough to be a student.
On the topic of apple, it’s overpriced, but sleek and simple. If you’ve got the extra cash to shell out and don’t care about running games, then go for it. But personally, i think OSX is gimmicky and expensive for what you get.
Mac’s SUCK PC’s SUCK! blah blah blah
Who cares?. Any computer can suck. It comes down to defective parts and how well you take care of it.
A PC vs Mac thread… Why didn’t I think of making one before…
[quote]twilson13 wrote:
Amiright wrote:
twilson13 wrote:
Big_Boss, how are they not practical? You can get the base model macbook for a grand, and the smallest aluminum macbook pro starts at 1200. I have never had a virus or ran spyware software. Plus, the new unibody ones are very solid. You get what you pay for as far as build quality goes. To the OP, are you just wondering what other people think, or you going to actually use the info to make a purchase? If so, what are you looking at using it for?
Because macs are for people that don’t know how to use computers… they are good for basic tasks or anything with adobe… but macs are not compatible with anything. Anyone that does anything computer heavy can not do it on a mac… Its just that simple(unless you roll with photoshop all day long)
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Thatguy1083 wrote:The only reason you need a top of the line mac is to do graphics related things. In which case yes, you can easily spend 6 grand on a desktop, which my friend did when he went to Full Sail.
Damn dude… did he build his own? I can’t even imagine filling a computer with 6 grand worth of components unless I included software costs… or unless there are some really specific components needed for his job.
Amiright, youarewrong. Have you used a new mac lately? Do you know what expose and spaces are? I have used windows 3.1, 95, 98, 98ME, XP, and Vista. All of those and then switched to OS X. The thing is, you can do more things with windows, but the AVERAGE user, which is the MAJORITY of the consumer base, just uses computers for relatively basic operations. I use a windows based machine for work, and I don’t get stuff done as quickly as I do on a mac, because of the little things that help you work faster(expose and spaces). Those are just two features that really set it above windows.
You should go customize a computer really quick, because when you start putting high end parts in a computer, and maxing out all of the components(16 GB ram, 2 TB in hard drive space, faster processor, dual vid cards) you will see that hitting 6 grand is not that hard. Heck, if you put in a couple SSDs the price goes up a ton.
For those that think macs are way overpriced, go to dell.com and customize a dell xps, or whatever their highest model is now, and put the EXACT same parts in it as a macbook pro(choose any model) and see how the price compares. I think you will find that when you put the same equipment in the dell as the mac, that the price gets pretty darn comparable.
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You should check out Win 7 then
Just to echo what everyone said … Windows 7 is teh secks… I now get the full benefit of my 800 dollar gaming rig… quad core, dual vid cards, and 16 gigs of ram… I just need 2 new flat screen monitors now!!
OK well I’m no crazy about this sooo I’m not gonna read it all, but I got a Sony Vaio Laptop and i’m very happy with it. Style, prefromance, and quality of build. I’ve many friends who say I’ve paid too much for too little n they know they’re shit but fuck I’m happy so there you go