Re: [LM_NET] TAR: PC vs. Mac - your choice?

[Doug Johnson <doug0077@GMAIL.COM>]

Hi Linda,

My advice has always been to buy the same computer your most knowledgeable
computer-using friend has. That way you have a good source for support and
answers to questions. I've used both platforms and both seem to have virtues
and problems. 

My main reason for sticking with a Mac (and it may not be a valid one
anymore) is that they are less virus and spyware prone.

All the best,

Doug


Doug Johnson
Director of Media and Technology
Mankato Area Public Schools
Box 8713, 1351 S Riverfront Dr.
Mankato MN 56001-8714
Phone: 507-387-7698 x 473
E-mail: doug0077@gmail.com
Web: www.doug-johnson.com
Blue Skunk Blog: http://doug-johnson.squarespace.com/

You cannot depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus. Mark
Twain



On 7/8/07 8:12 AM, "Linda Martin" <lindamartin423@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> Hello Great Brain!
> 
> I am trying to decide what to get for my next laptop.  I noticed at the NECC
> conference that virtually  all of the presenters were using Macs.  I have
> always used  PCs, mostly because all of my schools and worksites have had
> them.  I am looking for input from people WHO HAVE USED BOTH.  I have
> searched for reviews and a lot of the discussions of which OS is better sink
> quickly into "PCs (or Macs, depending upon which one the writer doesn't
> have) are EVIL!"  I would just like some rational discussion on why you use
> the OS you do.
> 
> Background:  I bring work home (don't we all) and as I said, we use PCs at
> work.  I am starting my PhD studies this fall, so I am doing more and more
> presentations.  I am starting to do a good bit with pictures and video
> (Windows Movie Maker, Photostory, and Adobe Elements)  Would I have to buy
> separate Mac versions of Adobe?  I saw a program at NECC that would parallel
> and allow you to use Windows products on your Mac. Is anyone using this, and
> if so, how happy are you?
> 
> Thanks for the input.  I need an opinion and I know you have them!  Please
> respond to me directly.

--------------------------------------------------------------------
Please note: All LM_NET postings are protected by copyright law.
  You can prevent most e-mail filters from deleting LM_NET postings
  by adding LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU to your e-mail address book.
To change your LM_NET status, e-mail to: listserv@listserv.syr.edu
In the message write EITHER: 1) SIGNOFF LM_NET  2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL
3) SET LM_NET MAIL  4) SET LM_NET DIGEST  * Allow for confirmation.
 * LM_NET Help & Information: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/
 * LM_NET Archive: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/archive/
 * EL-Announce with LM_NET Select: http://elann.biglist.com/sub/
 * LM_NET Supporters: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ven.html
 * LM_NET Wiki: http://lmnet.wikispaces.com/
--------------------------------------------------------------------