February, 2009
Choosing the right Mac |
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Thinking of buying a Mac?According to many accounts, Macs are becoming increasingly popular despite their generally higher cost. While the vast majority of computer users still have PCs, Macs are excellent machines that are built very well and are worth considering if you are thinking of adding another computer to your home. OS X, the current Apple operating system, has some excellent features and software which many find make using a computer easy. Like buying a PC, the most important thing to consider when buying a Mac is what you’ll use it for. |
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Buying a Mac laptop, or MacbookIf you need the portability of a laptop, a MacBook is the Apple product you should look into. These come in three major flavours, Macbook Pro, Macbook and Macbook Air. Macbook ProMacbook Pro’s are the most powerful and expensive version of the Mac you can buy and they include a built in graphics card great for playing games or performing more graphically intensive tasks. MacbookLittle brother to the Macbook Pro, a Macbook is less powerful but also less expensive. Most people who need something to surf the net, pay bills and browse photos will be happy with a Macbook. Macbook AirThe Macbook Air is super light and super thin, however, is not all that powerful when compared to the other computers in the range. You will pay a premium for the Macbook Air but they are great for those who travel and don’t want the extra weight of a fully sized laptop. Choosing a Mac desktopIf you don’t need portability, then a Mac Pro, iMac or Mac mini may suit you better. Mac ProAs with the Macbook’s, Mac Pro’s are more powerful and are usually used by hardcore designers and video editors. iMacThe all-in-one iMac will suit most users as it has a relatively powerful computer contained entirely within the screen. This tight packaging means that it takes up much less space on your desktop than a separate monitor and tower would require. Mac MiniMac Mini’s are small, but have less grunt than the iMac or Mac Pro. They also have a lower price point so may be suitable for people who want to perform basic tasks like web browsing and checking emails. More info on choosing a MacFor more info on choosing a Mac, visit the Apple website. Also consider heading into your local retailer to have a play with the different models and make up your own mind. Moving your documents and filesIf you do make the switch from a PC to Mac, getting everything set up and transferred across can be a bit daunting. Fortunately, gizmo offers two excellent services to help you make the most of your new Mac.
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