I'm considering purchasing a Macintosh G5. Is it really worth spending that much money? why?
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I would go for a PC. \n\nNot because Macintosh are crap, because they aren't. \n\nI just believe support for a PC..especially in gaming is way greater.
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Depends on what you're trying to do with it. I guess it would be alright, but I nvr would have personally bought that. Don't like Macs, Love apples!:P \n1.83 G cpu with 512 M RAM, I think you'll need to upgrade real soon.
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I've been using an AppleMac for about 3 years now; before that I was a PC user. Here's a list of reasons why I'm glad I switched:\nMacs crash *much* less often than your average Windows machine.\nViruses, trojans etc. are much rarer for the Mac.\nIn my experience at least, Macs last much longer than PCs.\nMacs are great to look at.\nThe operating system is very intuitive and much simpler to understand than Windows.\nThe community of Mac users (especially online) is great. When you meet someone else who has one, you just feel instantly connected to them.\nThey're much better than PCs for graphics and image editing.\nApple are not the subject of any anti-trust lawsuits, unlike Microsoft.
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you didn't say what type of G5 power mac you have. depends on how many slots and cpu type you have, therefore it could be 4GB, 8GB or 16GB.
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I like Macintosh Computers because:\n\n1. They are very stable. Windows-powered computers are usually very unstable due to driver problems and what not. With the Mac, though, everything is already handled by Apple so you don't have to worry about it.\n2. Plug-in-play, without the drivers. You can use most any piece of hardware that you want, without having to install drivers.\n3. No viruses. People don't target the Macintosh computer with viruses.\n4. Great multimedia power. Mac OS X works great with Photoshop, Bryce and a few other programs.\n5. Run Windows alongside Mac OS X. Now you can partition your drive with Boot Camp.\n6. Macs do Office too. Apples have their own version of Microsoft Office.
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Get smart and buy a Macintosh.
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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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Unlikely, just sell the Dell, there are plenty of people who will buy it. Then look for good deal on the Mac. Be prepared for the sticker shock initially when purchasing and especially when wanting to upgrade hardware or software. Also get used to having no real choices in these matters.
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oooh - now thats a good one. vista isn't tested out yet and it could be a couple of years even before its all ready and the bugs are ironed out. I love Mac. Its so reliable and stable, and you can get a very poweful one. \n\nI'd say, if the money is burning a hole in your pocket; get a nice Mac now
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They start at £300 for the mini mac, £550 for the e-mac and £700 for the i-mac.  Then they go upwards from there the more spec you have xxx
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the macmini is a good buy in the sense that it is a mac and it is very small for a "desktop computer." The inside isn't that impressive but if you're looking for a inexpensive way to buy a mac this is the one. All in all i would buy it.
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I bought my MacBook Pro just a few months ago, and the price has already dropped, and the clock speed has increased.  It's just something to be expected. However, I have respect for Apple not dropping their prices on all their PowerPC computers.  This holds the value on the resale market that PCs only wish they could have! :)\n\nnote:\nwindows is not "pre-installed".  After downloading the free Beta called Boot Camp, you must supply your own copy of Windows, which is like $100 or something.
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1)Reliability.  Macs have the lowest out of the box failure rate of all companies.\n\n2)Support.  Apple support is far superior to any support from any other company. If  I have a problem with my Mac, I go on the internet, schedule an appointment at the genius bar at the nearest Apple store, Go there and an Apple Genius fixes it right before your very eyes and if I have questions, the questions get answered.  I do not sit on the phone on hold for hours and then end up with a person who speaks English poorly at best.\n\n3) Vista ( the next release of Windows OS) has  many MAC OS X like features because OS X is clearly a better, friendlier operating system.  Oh, BTW, The next version of Mac OS will be out months before Vista, putting MS behind once again.\n\n4)Apple controls it machine configurations, the software is tested on specific hardware.  It is optimized for that hardware.  Windows has a wider variety of hardware to pick from,  and it is called Plug n Pray for a reason and that is it may not really be as easy to install as one thinks it would be.\n\nWindows might be needed because some of the companies don't write for the Mac OS, because the customer base is not as large. I have only found 1 program that I want that is Windows only and I found a suitable substitute.  Many people are concerned about gaming on the Mac, but hey, do you want a good stable reliable computer with great service or a violent game?\n\nMore and more people are buying Apples with a good reason, they are easier to use and more reliable.  You may spend a few dollars more upfront but you get what you pay for.  \n\nIn 2005 Apple won notebook of the year, desktop of the year and server of the year. I think that says it all! Oh and don't forget the iPod!
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if you know nothing about them, get a mac.  People are still using their 3 and 4 year old macs without ever cracking open the cases.
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go with the dell. MS systems are cheaper in the long run and despite the multitude of short comings they reboot after a crash I have a few apple friends and they are always rebuilding their system. that's fine for geeks not so good for students. If your using it for photo editing I'm told nothing beats a mac.
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i like compaq(same components as HP but cheaper) because i'm a student so i have a small budget. i think macs are sh1t. i have to use them at my school for math classes. I CANT STAND a 1 button mouse.
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As others have said, it depends on what you want to use it for.\n\nAlienware makes nice gaming computers that are well priced in comparison to their competitors. Their style is what attracts some and repels others; funky colors, plastic all around in roundish shapes, blue, red , alien green, etc. They are very nice Windows Machines.\n\nMacs aren't very suited to gaming due to the fact that they are a small minority. The "Apple Tax", as some like to call it, is the increase in cost to get something with the Mac tag on it. Some say it's a worthless premium; others say it's the price of quality.\n\nMac OS X is stable and has a lot of great apps (i.e. GarageBand and iMovie). It, as a minority (and more securely designed to boot) is less susceptible to infection. People have tried with little success.\n\nSo, which is better?\n\nAlienware is better (by a huge shot) for gaming. It is among the top of the line Windows PCs, very powerful. If you prefer Windows, I'd say Alienware. You get better value too.\n\nNow, if you want a computer that doesn't get viruses, works well, and looks sleek doing it, look no further than a Mac. Less maintence with some really  cool apps and easy to use.\n\nHope this helps!