I.ve been using a PC now for many years but I am wondering is it worth switching to a Apple Mac

It depends. I use a mac and a PC. PC mostly for
testing and it was fun to build frm scratch (can't do
that with a MAC) I very much enjoy my macintosh
and OSX is rock solid. I am a Designer and web
developer and this seems to be the system of choice
for many other like myself.

You should ask youself why you would wan't to learn
a new system and spend $1,300 to 3 grand doing it.

If you are sick and tired of constand crashes, viri and you fix bugs only to have them come back a month later. Costly updates and invasive copy protection/marketing tactics then yes upgrade to MAC. Just make sure your favorite software is supported. Most common software packages are available for both platforms.

I do a lot of graphics Music and video editing.
I am fed up with the constant crashing especialy with my notebook that runs windows ME.

I'v got another system which runs windows XP
not had a lot of problems with crashing hardly at all.

The only virus that has got into my system is the RPC blaster worm, which I cleared off quite quicly with Norton System works.

OSX sounds great I may get an ibook to replace the sh**ty Twinhead one that I have.

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If you're curious, it may be worth a look. Macs are popular among "creative" people, and thus tend to be well suited to the tasks you mention. There is also some unique software (iMovie-FinalCut Express-FinalCut Pro and GarageBand-Soundtrack-Logic) that is not available on Windows, as well as many of the same Windows apps. OS X is at least as stable as XP and the interface is cleaner and more consistent (though if you're used to Windows, it may take some adjustment.)

If there's an Apple Store near you, go and bug the salespeople with questions. They're usually pretty open, as salespeople go.

I've been using macintosh for many years (mac IIsi, powercomputing powerbase 180, currently gray tower G4), I've also use pc's as well(currently running XP). Bottom line (MAC) less headaches, less steps, easy to learn, ease of use graphics and multimedia programs.

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i've used both. go into a big box computer store and find the mac section. this is what decided the matter for me.

OS X is a superior alternative to Windows 2000/XP (certainly in the technical sense). The GUI is more different than incredible, but it is very polished and clearly targeted for the end user. It is easy to use, usually clear, drag 'n drop friendly, and smooth. First party (bundled) and "killer" applications are of similar quality. There are countless little things that make the experience almost like being served by your computer. On Linux, for example, its really the other way around.

The OS is far more configurable than Windows. It can basically be rebuilt, though these factors are rarely exploited. Also, security is not a problem. No viruses, effectively, and real permissions keep programs in check.

The current hardware is the best part. Apple has a reputation for standard quality in parts and stability in configuration. Mac's last a long time as well. But the current models are fairly exceptional. The G5 is a superior processor to the Intel and AMD offerings. The dual CPU configuration is an excellent buy price/performance, even when it first came out. The I/O is at the level of server components.

You can buy Mac hardware without OS X as well. For instance Yellow Dog Linux sells packages.

Finally, the cinema displays haven't really been bested. They are cheaper or the same price as equivalent products from other vendors and their quality is starkly obvious. You can also use one with an IBM-PC if you choose - there's a $100 conversion piece and you need a recent graphics card (or a model which ships with Macs).

Yes, I would say switching to a Mac is worth the price and transition.

Thanx for the replies and the advice.

Before I do anything to my Notebook PC I will have a look around to see which MAC is the best one to choose.

PS. The Notebook PC is going to be the vitim of a high voltage electrical charge experiment, manly because it has already died.

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