whats better? mac., windows or linux?
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loaded question.\n\nThe crazy thing is that you can run all three on the same hardware!\n\nMac and Linux are both more secure than windows.\nWindows has more avaiable applications than mac and linux.\nLinux is harder to use (for more than webbrowsing and              document creation) then mac and windows.\nMac is probably more stable because they have a very small pool of supported drivers than linux and windows (could also be a con, with less drivers).\nMac and Linux are used than less people, so less likely to have viruses.\nEveryone uses Windows and have to use microsoft stuff to work with the rest of the world.
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ok i suggest this for alot of companies cause its cheaper when you consider there is no licensing fees and after using the unix linux and microsoft alternatives its easier. Try an apple xserve and osx server they can help you with this stuff and yes they are completely compatable with windows. i find alot of companies i work with use the macintosh backbone and install windows machines for the end user so they have the power stablity and easy of use that comes with mac without having to retrain all their employees
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Macs are better for art, media and creative projects.  They also aren't subject to the many viruses that PCs have to deal with.\n\nPCs are less expensive and have a wider variety of software to choose from.
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Mac with Intel is wonderful.  New Macbook laptop is sooo easy to use.  You have the option to run windows or tiger,  Software is simple, I am able to transfer my ipod between a windows computer and this laptop with no problems, so It handles some windows software with no issue.  Stick with a mac and stay away from the dark world of windows!!!
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Just to clarify the early statement. There are some core pieces of the Mac OS that are not supported on the PC side. So it is not likely that we will see anything like that happen. But if you have an old machine laying around you might take a stab at a flavor of linux.
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Windows is fine. Linux is fun. Check out www.puppylinux.com. and be prepared to be amazed by what a tiny os running from RAM can do. If that doesn't peak your curiosity just stick to windows.
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I guess it matters how you measure the two. LINUX is a great operating system in many respects. It is more secure and gives you full control of what is installed, every process that runs, and every setting for your system. However, for most users, that level of control is unnecessary. Despite some wonderful advances in LINUX GUI options (Gnome etc.), Windows still has the more usable interface, and is easier to use for the average user.\n\nPersonally, I like OS X, which combines many of the best features of both LINUX and Windows. Actually, Windows has taken many of its features from Mac OS and OS X. Even the new Windows Vista incorporates many "new" features I have been using for a year now.
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Macs are a step down from Windows.  Therefore, it has less features and less updates than Windows.  If you want more updates get Windows.
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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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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 it's for a webserver, then definitely Linux. There's really no comparison.\n\nHowever, if it's for your own personal use, it's all about what you prefer. Most programs are in a Windows format, and you'll probably need to be used to Windows for whatever your job is. However, Linux is more secure and usually preferred if you're at all good with computers.
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i prefer you to Mac OS which is small and handy many student prefer to buy for studies.You also get ms office for mac operating system.
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I've had great luck with HandBrake on a Mac, pretty good success on the PC, great success on Linux.
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Personally, I prefer Ubuntu. It's easy to use and very stable, for servers or for the desktop. I think there's even a version specific for servers, but I'm not sure on that.
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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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Dell if you wanna use windows \nand apple if not
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If you like Windows at all, you'll love the Mac OS as soon as you get used to the differences. Give it about three weeks and you'll never want to go back to Windows. \n\nMicrosoft Office is considered by many to be better on the Mac than the PC version. \n\nOut of the box, Mac's can print directly to PDF files and view them with Preview or use Adobe Reader, so Mac PDF support is better than on the PC.\n\nI'm not sure about SPSS, but if you do need to run Windows applications, you can boot into Windows on the new Intel Macs (Bootcamp) or run Windows from within OS X using Parallels.\n\nHere's a good place to go with Mac questions:\nhttp://forums.macosxhints.com/