would you pick apple or microsoft? and why?  You can compare their products if you want
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I would pick apple.  In my experinces, I've had far less problems using mac os x than with windows.  Sure, there is more software for windows, but all of the major names work with mac os x (even micrsoft office).  The operating systems are about equal in terms of ease of use if you're a person who is moderately good with computers.  One thing about mac os x is that you don't have to worry about viruses as much and you wont have to worry about spyware or adware at all.  I went mac 3 years ago and I highly doubt if I will ever go back to windows.  For me it just works better.  You'll get some people who are die hard mac fans/microsoft haters and some who are microsoft fans/mac haters.  I think both operating systems have their advantages and disadvantages.  For me mac os x advantages outwiegh it's disadvantages.
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Pc because it is easier to use then a mac. I used a mac before at work and it was diffult for me to work with.
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Microsoft?\n\nYes, silly questions get silly answers....
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pick 1 of the few choices
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No, because the whole point of Apple is that they run on their own operating system (which I am not fond of). Intel is just a processor, and is in no way related to Windows.
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Apple is more then the king. they have managed to make music and video editing faster easier and more afforable.  i have done music and video on windows machines and its possible it takes a little doing but i find making music and movies on my mac isnt something i do till the jobs done i enjoy what i am doing and find after the work is done i spend time fiddling and finding more out
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You really should spend an extra $100 to get the Macbook. You can get software to make the mac turn into a PC and it is amazing, no spyware, the fastest computers ever, and they are extremely durable, I've dropped mine about 5 tiems and it has never broken once. Join Apple users and benefit! PC's are bad, Apple is good!!!!!!!!
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what are you talking about mac still exists www.apple.com they are still around and very popular the only time one has sued the other was when mac sued windows because microsoft office wasnt mac compatable which i think is bullshit but the same claim makes mac computers windows xp compatable so watever i guess im happy.
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Well it might have helped if you gave a more in depth description of the Apple, but anyway the answer is, it depends on what you wanna do with it.  For gaming there is no question, it is the Alienware without a doubt.  Other than that, the two are fairly similar, you have a faster processor and more RAM on the Apple, but more hard drive on the Alienware.  I would say that if gaming interests you at all, definately go with the Alienware, otherwise just pick which format (Mac vs. Windows) that you prefer and which one is cheaper.
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Well, their marketing position has been 'cutting edge', 'sophiticated' and borderline elitist for some time.  Their products (especially computers) have been priced higher than comperable PCs (in terms of processing power, so as to not turn this into Windows vs. MacOS diatribe).  This price difference was to maintain this elite status.  So yes, in that way they are concieted.  However, they are a larger company than Sony (by market capitalization), despite the fact Sony releases more new products in a month than Apple does in a year, so I guess they've earned some bragging rights.
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It all depends on what you want to do.\n\nBasically, they all do the same thing.  What it all boils down to, is if you want 1 company controlling everything about your computer or not.\n\nMac is a monopoly.  They make the hardware, the OS, and most of the software.  Any hardware or software made by 3rd parties must be authenticated by Apple.  This is one reason why there are fewer programs available.\n\nPC on the other hand are cheaper, and more open to what you want.  And there is a much larger base of software available.
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I am a Mac person. I tend to avoid Microsoft products because I hate the monopoly.\n\nThere are many that are deeply concerned with the security risks of Microsoft products.
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If you want an Apple wait a bit. They're gonna release the new Mac with the Intel chip. You'll be able to run OSX and Windows.\nI would wait and buy a MAC when its ready. I wont even tell you what other PC is good because the're all shit compared to MACS.\nALSO REMEMBER HP, GATEWAY, AND EMACHINES have all filed for bankruptcy!!
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Bill Gates. His 'empire' is completely devoid of original thinking but they dont hide that they arent creative. They've stolen, bought over and assimilated all features from other OS's and programs in years past... BUT nonetheless, they've dominated. Excelled in all manner of business. Similiar to Steve Jobs but without the extreme eccentricity and non-conformist manner of appealing to the masses. Dell might be the new compaq, shortly. Cheap, barebones performance computers that are loaded down with crippled operating systems and proprietary software.. people dont stay clueless forever, but nonetheless they've become #1 by capitalizing on people's need to have what they believe is the best.. but yet dont know what they're doing.\n\nJeff the Amazon and Pierre of the 'bay.. innovators. Admirable, but not my choice as all-consuming and powerful entrepreneur of all-time. :)
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It depends what you want to do with your computer. In time the Mac Computers won the reputation of being the best coputers for graphic/video processing while windows are great for games and applciation compatibility.
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You can get more software for Windows than Apple.
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you should get microsoft for mac.. just the basics, like microsoft word, excel, powerpoint.. if you want a mac laptop, i wouldnt get the wimdows for mac.. because that defeats the purpose of having a mac.