Apple

[aposhark]

Apples great in the Home but not so good when they get on to bigger networks from what I have seen and experienced. But I doubt that's a worry to you Apo

As they are "closed" don't expect especially while under warranty to have the chance to upgrade and fiddle as much as you can with a typical PC. But many prefer to leave as is anyway even if a PC so no great worry to most..


Do make sure what programs you use are available for most people that's not an issue for many now.

If its user friendliness you want then Apple is great but do check what PC you can get for the same money.

I know some have come back to PC's now Windows 7 is with us for various reasons but most of them are those who like to fiddle more with their puters

Also do make sure you have AV so often Linux and Mac users dont realise they are passing on Viruses which only affect PC's. Malware is now starting to affect Apples so be aware and careful

Thanks for the reply somebody
The demo blew me away, but I am a tech (used to build pc desktops before, only for myself mindyou) and I always like to get my fingers dirty.
I asked if I could swap out the HDD later and was warned about warranty etc.
I may have to leave my fingers on the keyb only and just enjoy the iMac if and when I get one.
There are some good Apple forums so I will continue browsing.
One thing though, the store person told me that trojans/worms/viruses were not a problem with iMacs because of the OS. Is this true?

Thanks again

[somebody]

Thanks for the reply somebody
The demo blew me away, but I am a tech (used to build pc desktops before, only for myself mindyou) and I always like to get my fingers dirty.
I asked if I could swap out the HDD later and was warned about warranty etc.
I may have to leave my fingers on the keyb only and just enjoy the iMac if and when I get one.
There are some good Apple forums so I will continue browsing.
One thing though, the store person told me that trojans/worms/viruses were not a problem with iMacs because of the OS. Is this true?

Thanks again

Sorry for the late reply Sir.

Malware is on the up with Apples for a number of reasons but normally far far safer than MS Windows as a rule.

I would advise you have anti virus protection and keep the OS updated etc

The percentage of apple devices out there is increasing and the type of nerds who write malware are not all happy with Apple both reasons why apple in the past as well as the design of the OS (which the newer Windows ie Vista and 7 mimic to a degree) helped stopped the spread of malware.

The new OS is out very soon so see what can be done about updates with the device you get. http://www.apple.com/macosx/lion/

If you like apple but dont need to be quite at the cutting edge of course that means often the older stock which is perfectly good maybe a little cheaper


Nothing wrong at all with Apple but be advised if you like to fiddle unless your well off they are not the devices for you as a rule.

For example we have many Apples at work which are rarely updated physically so have to be sidelined and updated as new OS versions come out eventually. While many older PC's are basically "Triggers broom" with nearly everything changed in them and allowed them to keep up with what is needed of them for a little longer..

Also if the PC will end up in Pinas as much of fellow users Tech equipment does will the apple be useful there in 3/4/5 years???

If you need any assistance or info on Apples just ask and I can enquire with our Apple Gurus at work.


PS a word about Apple marketing they take features which are sometimes brand new and some not so Brand new and hype them as amazing.
If you compare what is available elsewhere often you will go oh is that all. But that's what Apple do package things well whether it is unique and well designed or simply a function you would expect on a standard Device of its field.

All I say is make sure you stand back and see though the hype and see the facts.