Windows, Mac or LINUX?
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Linux and Mac.\nHere's why. Linux processes are determined by the user during installation and can be modified at any time by the user. Mac, being a partial open source, allows the user some control over processes. \nIf you say, "Well Mac and Linux don't have as many options" or "They can't perform like windows" then you haven't used them . Mac and Linux have programs which allow them to port MS software. Linux has better security. Mac, being BSD based, can be fine tuned as a server/ firewall unit.\n\nMac and linux are very compatible while windows requires a samba server.\n\nalso other systems such as a pure UNIX, GNU, and Solaris are compatible with Mac and Linux.\nPersonally, I use a dual partitioned Compaq with Linux fedora Core 5 and Linux SuSE 10. 0. I have a BSD live disc and was very impressed with it.\nRemember also that windows crashes and bug fixes are not immediately reported to the user community. With linux if it happens, you're going to know it, either by professional or community service.\nAlso Linux has more than one system. Server, thin client, firewall, satellite server, application server, live, virtual machine, virtual server, gateway, phone server, educational, braille compatible. Linux is a kernel not the OS.\nLinux is open source and is always evolving.
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Try Linux, it comes with all sorts of development software and its free (you will not be stealing). Linux is a wonderful OS and can sit on your drive with windows/mac software. I use Linux everyday and the community is also great.
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Your question is flawed. It assumes that no one is switching from Windows to Mac OS or Linux, which is very definitely (and verifiably) not the case. You mentioned that in your question because you didn't know any better, which is forgivable. But it just so happens that that goes one step beyond answering your question.\n\n"Why don't people switch to Mac OSX or Linux?"\nMany Windows users know only what they have heard about these two operating systems and have never used either. They don't challenge what they hear because they don't want to try anything new (to them), don't want to have to learn something new, or for any number of the following reasons which they believe to be correct.\nAbout Mac OS X, they hear:\n1. Mac OS will only run on specific - overly expensive - hardware directly supported by Apple; and\n2. Software support for Mac OS is highly lacking\n\nAbout Linux, they hear:\n1. Linux is not ready for the desktop; you have to be a geek to use it\n2. There are very few drivers available for Linux and the hardware support sucks\n3. There are very few programs written for Linux\n4. Linux isn't really more secure, it's just that fewer people use it so fewer problems have been found\n5. Linux is not compatible - you will lose all your documents and not be able to communicate with your Windows friends\n6. Linux TCO is more expensive than Windows TCO\n\nRead some of the answers here and tell me if I got it spot on. These are the reasons people are saying. But do you notice a pattern emerging? You ask why people use Windows instead of something else and instead of saying why people use Windows, they say why they don't use something else.\n\nThe reason that people repeat these rumors is that they know no better. Why I call them rumors is because they are flawed - if not in fact then in logic - and often originate from Microsoft of Microsoft funded research. (Many people refer to this as FUD.)\n\nWithout getting too far away from the question, I do intend to address some of those claims and provide links to interesting info you might find. In the end, it's up to the person what OS they will use - if you want to use Windows, use it, but to say that the reason you use X is because you don't use Y is flawed.\n\nSo to answer the question, you don't know why people don't switch to Mac OS and Linux because you haven't heard or read too much that they do. But, let me assure you, they do. All it takes is looking on Yahoo news or just about anywhere else to tell you that.\nAs for why Windows is popular, it could have something to do with Microsoft's control of the media, or that they make better products (which many people will attest to), or it could be from anticompetetive practices [1].\n\n\nSo back to those fun fun claims about Mac OS and Linux: Mac OS is only supported running on Apple supported hardware. The fact is that if you have a compatible architecture, you can run Mac OS on it (that doesn't say anything for "hardware compatibility" - your ability to use your hardware). If you can get a computer with compatible hardware, you can run Mac OS. The fact that Apple is switching to Intel as their CPU provider makes that switch all the easier.\n\nApple's software support is not all that lacking. Some games and duplicative or useless programs are not available for Mac, but more of the largest software companies support their software on Macs. To name a few of many: Microsoft, Adobe / Macromedia, Id Software, Blizzard Entertainment, etc.\n\n"dude have you tried buyiing mac compatible games?? there are, like, 3 or so..."\nLet me count some: every game in the Warcraft, Starcraft, and Diablo series, including World of Warcraft; most games made by Id Software, including Doom 3; every game made by Bungie (now Microsoft), including Halo; every version of Unreal Tournament since about UT2k or perhaps earlier; many games made by Electronic Arts,
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macbook.. apple is very reliable and simple when you get to know how the operating system works.. everything is where is says it is and there are no missing files haha freakin pc's
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Mac, definitely.  I don't know where to begin, concerning reasons.  First of all, I think the best feature is that although a PC has separate hard drive and monitor components, a Mac comes in one piece.  You just need a keyboard and a mouse (which are both USB compatible) and it works great.  Plus Macs have more voice activation, they are easier to navigate, they come with a built-in microphone, and you can update the system software so that you don't need to buy new hardware to get a better computer.  Plus, Macs have bigger screens and better layouts and controls.  And get this - a new program lets you use Mac hardware for PC software.  Not bad, huh?  Down with Windows.  I rule.
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I have spent a lot of time using both, and there is no doubt that macs are much much better. Especially now you can run windows on one if you feel the need.
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Linux is far easier to use in many respects(IMO). I truly believe you will get equal responses on this subject (1&#92;2 Linuux, 1/2 BSD)
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There are plenty of OS's out there. Linux is just the most popular besides windows. For the average user though, there is no use in going outside linux/OsX/Windows.
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It depends on what you want to do, and what you want to share. \n\nFor users, I always recommend Windows, since there are many many applications that you can run.  But maintain your computer.  Remove unused programs and delete useless files.  Keep your SpyWare under control, and your Anti-virus software running and updated.   Configure your firewall as needed.  \n\nFor Web applications, I prefer a Linux server.   The software is much cheaper, and security is handled better.  I simply don't rent, or recommend Windows servers for web use.  (Although I am currently working on an ASP application).   \n\nOf course, I agree that Macs have the best PRINT graphic applications... PERIOD. \n\nGood luck
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If you bought a Macintrash to use Windows you wasted a lot of money.\n\nBuy a cheap PC, install Linux and Windows.  Not only will you have a *nix much better than MacOSX, but it's free.
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All of the new intel macs kick asss. Macs are better for everything, apart from games, but you can install windows on a mac if you feel the need. I also just read an article that said you will soon be able to run windows programs on a mac natively, so you can run any software you want without having to put up with windows.\n\nThe intel iMac is a work of art, perfect for all graphics/video type work. They also have probably the nicest screens money can buy.
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From personal experience. I have been using computers since 1995, went to school and got a degree in computers too. I have used both pc and MAC. I switched over for good to MAC and will never go back to a PC. With a MAC you wont get freeze-ups, crashes, errors, blue screen of death and a zillion viruses. PC-windows cant say that. Plus the quality of a MAC is top notch. I would reccomend a MAC. ;)
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It depends on what you want to do. Windows machines are good for games, productivity, etc. Macs are good for video, audio, photos, etc. But macs can run windows now, because they're based on intel processors.
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Linux, OSX, DOS, OS2, Unix, SUN
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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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If u r looking got user friendly stick to windows. If u dont have a thorough knowledge of computers u will lost using Linux.
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If I had to choose between Windows, Mac, and Linux for security, id pick Linux.  Everyone says mac is secure, but in reality it isn't.   They were hit with, I believe, 38 spyware.  mac only fixed 16 of those.  Now the reason why everyone says mac is secure is because no one wants to target a company with 20% of the market.  Why make a $50 when you could make $1,500?   People target windows not because there less secure, but because they make more money hacking it.  Apple is getting hit, and they do have anitvirus and spyware programs now made just for apple.  \nLinux would be your best bet on security, but, if they become a bigger company, people will hack them too.  \n\nI personally use windows because I figure, they know whats up, they have updates all the time, and they know how to get things fixed when they are breached.  If you have a good firewall and antivirus/spyware program, windows is perfectly fine.  And in my opinion, its easier to use.  Ive used both mac and Linux, and I keep coming back to windows.  And its not because im a Microsoft fan, its actually quite the opposite.  I don't like microsoft, but they are the easiest to use, they have the most programs for it, they are the cheapest, easier fix, everything.  Windows is just more user friendly.  \n\nWindows Vista is coming out, and its supposed to be really secure.  It starts up in different places which makes spyware almost impossible to actually get in.  Its not impossible, but the theory behind it defiantly makes for a more secure system.  The only problem is its a resource hog.  You need a system with a minimum of 512mb ram.  Plus, I believe theres 7 different versions of Vista coming out, so you can get the one best suited for your situation.  \n\nIn the end, its what you want.  All operating systems have draw backs.  Its just which one your most comfortable with.