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What types of buyers should consider an iMac? Weigh in on the age-old Apple vs. PC debate and help computer users make the right buying decision.



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by DeRango

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Dec 04 '06 Mac vs PC: What should I choose?
Regardless you should try it out for yourself, maybe you'll like the features of a Macintosh and Convert. "To Each His Own" ... read full review
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by alexanderaku
Nov 11 '06 GM, or Ford....PC vs Mac or Mac vs PC. You really need a PC.
The final decision is yours. Do you want an Edsel or a Cadillac. I'll have mine in red with the GM emblem emblazoned proudly.... read full review
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by alexanderaku
Dec 16 '06 Mac vs PC. Nyet Comrade! Das Kapital suggests otherwise, there is no choice.
Execution at daybreak or off to the GULAG and the mines of Siberia. As a fellow Soviet, the choice is clear - follow the teachings of brother Lenin and Mac.... read full review
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by lawman67

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Dec 12 '06 There is no free lunch
For basic home or office use, the Mac is better hands-down. For specialized software, buy the one you need. For specialized hardware, PC wins.... read full review
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by lawman67

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Feb 18 '08 Another look Mac v. PC in the Leopard and Vista age
Currently the pendulum favors (rather heavily) the Mac, though either a Mac virtual machine for Windows or a change in Apple's licensing could once again level the playing field.... read full review
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by phungus
Jan 04 '01 What are you going to do with it?
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by brad
Feb 03 '06 brad's View - Apple and Microsoft/Windows - an essay
Apple's OS X and Apple's move to Intel chips raise a lot of questions.... read full review
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by brad
Nov 03 '06 brad's Experience - Mac vs PC, 2006
You know Windows. Try a Mac. A Mac is-a superior computer, a superior operating-system. That's the simple-truth. Unpolished, unbiased.... read full review
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by iBen
Jul 27 '01 Computing shouldn't be a commodity
Apple is the last computer company that cares that users make the most of their computers after they take it home. They care that you can do amazing stuff easily.... read full review
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by brad
Sep 04 '05 brad's Experience - Mac vs PC, 2005
If you-are considering buying a new computer, I recommend looking at Macs. Visit an Apple store or use a Mac at a friend's-house or in a library (that runs Mac-OS-X).... read full review
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by shanna
Nov 19 '00 Get The Facts Jack, And Don't Be Fooled By Hype!
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by brad
Aug 17 '04 brad's Experience - PC versus Mac
If you-have $2,500 to spend, and it's really-not an issue, I think the Mac might-be the way to go. If money-is an issue, the-PC is your machine.... read full review
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by mtuairau
Jan 04 '01 Verses of the Mac & PC
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by brad
May 07 '03 brad's Experience - Mac versus Windows
The Mac is a great-system for-the most common of computing applications. For power-users and those who like-to multi-task, Windows wins hands-down. In-general, though, the Mac seems to-be more user-friendly. ... read full review
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by pad9
Feb 17 '05 top switcher mistakes - switcher guide
Here are some things to point out some of Macs advantages and help out switchers. I feel it belongs in this topic.... read full review
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by soupcraze
Jul 12 '01 The Computer Holy War Rages On
The battle rages on... And on... And on... But let's leave the stereotypes. Read my 'Conclusion'.... read full review
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by Destinys-Child
Sep 15 '00 PC's vs. Mac's - No Contest?
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by jayyy
Nov 19 '00 The BMW of Computers: Macs, and their funny little niche market
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by daviddennis
Aug 11 '00 A few nuanced thoughts
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by SParkfan77
Aug 26 '00 The Final Showdown
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by macenthe
Jun 25 '00 An Epic Battle between Good vs. Evil?
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by DLUDWIG
Jun 14 '00 iMac is a must buy household computer
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by pad9
Feb 15 '05 The final word
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by doninsocal
Jul 20 '00 Ask yourself 2 questions
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by Furo
Jun 25 '00 Biased? Not on your life!
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by jefhatfield
Aug 01 '01 G4 desktops vs P4 desktops for a home/small business user
For a home or small business user, try looking at an iMac or Pentium 3 or Athlon first. They are a better deal dollar for dollar.... read full review
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by anyamashiro
Sep 28 '00 What happens when something goes WRONG?
I love my Mac, but finding a place to service it when I need that is a BIG challenge.... read full review
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by petemans79
Oct 16 '00 The Never Ending War
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by sharmal
Dec 13 '00 PC or Mac? - You decide
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by Drenin
Aug 22 '00 Ahh, that dreaded question..
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by Mr_Scrooby
Jan 05 '00 Macworld Expo keynote (S.F. '00)
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by pikaguy
Jun 10 '02 Mac versus PC
Any one of these areas could determine which one you choose. Unless your specific area of interest is something that can only be done on a Mac, get a PC.... read full review
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by Cydonia
Oct 24 '00 Okay,Who Uses 10,000+ Titles?
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by rick_k
Jan 09 '02 Mac vs. PC
While I use both I choose to use Mac... read full review
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by Omega_the_Wise
Feb 01 '00 The Future
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by uplah
Jan 08 '03 It just keeps going...
The choice is down to the purpose of use. All in all, a PC would be my choice for the reasons I've discussed.... read full review
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by warriorx4
Mar 01 '03 Forget Desert Storm. You're in Silicon Valley.
The bottom line is quite simple. It depends on your taste. Nothing is better than the other overall.... read full review
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by cheezgirl
Jul 18 '00 Sorry Apple, ya lost me!
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by Steadicam
Sep 05 '00 Get what works
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by LondonOllie
May 13 '00 Mac is the Way to go...
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by mixylplik3
May 24 '00 Stick to the topics
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by seacow
Nov 02 '00 I'll be buying IBM-compatibles
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by mark25s
Mar 21 '03 Mac or Pc? thats not too hard
In conclusion, no computer should have to sit in front of a pc ever again...enjoy a mac!... read full review
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by rick_k
Mar 26 '02 So we did illegal things
This is information about the Microshaft trial... read full review
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