What's the difference between a Mac and a PC?

Re: What's the difference between a Mac and a PC?

• mavilabride member

  January 2010

  I don't know but the first time I used a Mac I was so confused that I thought I should just use the mouse left-handed (I'm right-handed).  I figured it would be more appropriate considering how backwards everything was for me.

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• nicnjed

  January 2010

  No, they have different operating systems.  PCs generally run Windows (Vista, XP, 7) while Macs run Mac OS (a variety of versions). 
  

  

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• robbie3982 member

  January 2010

  Depends what you're using it for.  My understanding is that Macs run programs that use large amounts of memory better.
  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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• robbie3982 member

  January 2010

  My husband explained that they use their memory differently.  He's a software engineer and I didn't 100% understand what he was saying, but the gist I got was that the Mac OS makes better use of available memory, helping things to run more quickly.
  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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• sharrow

  January 2010

  I have my degree in computer science, and can say there are a ton of differences.

  Most importantly, Macs were created to be on a network, PC's were created to be stand-alone on a desktop.  This is why Macs have an easier time with the internet and security.

  The operating system is different.  The Mac is much easier to use once you learn it.  I bought my Mom one for xmas, and she is already a pro.

  Macs are more expensive, but I spend way less time troubleshooting my Macs than I do my PCs.
  

  

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• Fish4Fun

  January 2010

  Again, the only reason why Macs have fewer security issues is because fewer people use them.  As Mac users increase, hackers will find targeting the Mac more of a worthwhile pursuit.  "Security-through-obscurity" is not a true win. 

  >95% of computer-owners use PC.  If you are a general user who thinks Apple and Mac have no differences, then PC may be better as it is more compatible with the majority of programs.
  

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• avakatesmama

  January 2010

  The reason I bought a mac was because there are no damn viruses.  I had numerous PC's crash due to viruses.  Could I have virus protected better? probably, but my mac does it for me.  Saves alot of time, frustration and energy.  I my mac!
  

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• Mrs_mam

  January 2010

  Macs cost more and look cooler. There are far fewer options and less software, although most of the major software is available on a Mac. PCs are more common, come in a huge variety and mostly run Windows which can be a giant pain in the butt. But yes, they are both computers.

  
  

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