Originally posted by: SZLiao214
Fanboyism.
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
Originally posted by: Parrotheader
The fact that my boss is now wavering toward wanting us all to get them is the only thing that really has me concerned.
But I have a feeling once the renewal time comes around and they start adding up the costs (~$3,000 each for the MacBook Pros with a Windows license, Parallels, etc V/S ~$1,500 for very nice Thinkpads or Toshibas) the end result will likely take care of itself.
Originally posted by: homercles337
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
I have been a PC person for years and never have had a virus or spyware. Your point?
Originally posted by: Parrotheader
The fact that my boss is now wavering toward wanting us all to get them is the only thing that really has me concerned.
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
Originally posted by: Kaido
Originally posted by: SZLiao214
Fanboyism.
That's exactly it. It's just like an AMD or ATi fanboy, nothing different. Personally I am a Mac nut; I love them, I love the design, I love the OS, I even love getting sucked into their marketing. But just because I love Macs doesn't mean I have to go around snobbishly pushing my newfound joy into everyone's faces. Yes, they are great machines; yes, they are more stable than Windows; and yes, they're neato. But they're not for everyone.
After living with a Mac for nearly a year now, I would not recommend one to a normal user. There are 3 groups of people that I see: basic users, normal users, and power users. Basic users are the technophobe grandparents, moms, and dads of the world who just use a computer for email, Word, and the Internet. Normal users are those who do that plus use more apps like games, business apps, and so on. Power users are your standard AT geek who understands how the Windows structure works and is comfortable installing operating systems and programs on a regular basis. I would recommend a Mac to a basic user because you can get Microsoft Office for Mac to be compatible with the rest of the world and still use email and the Internet like normal. I would also recommend a Mac to power users who know how to use google to search for replacement applications and don't mind being bothered learning new installation techniques, operating system shortcuts, and so on. I would not recommend one to a normal user because it is just so much easier for them to coast on Windows. They don't have to learn anything new or find replacement software, which could potentially be a struggle for them. If they had a Mac person in the house, it would be fine, but otherwise, no.
I think that's where the problem with overzealous Mac users happens. Most people fall into the "normal user" category and don't really have a want/need to switch. Therefore, most people that Mac zealots talk to don't really have a want/need to switch. Thus Mac users bug most people.
Originally posted by: Shawn
They are no different than the religous nutjobs that are always trying to convert people.
Originally posted by: Tizyler
Originally posted by: homercles337
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
I have been a PC person for years and never have had a virus or spyware. Your point?
His point is that dealing with Virus' and Spyware are an every day thing for many PC users. They are non-existent problems for mac users.
Originally posted by: Tizyler
Originally posted by: homercles337
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
I have been a PC person for years and never have had a virus or spyware. Your point?
His point is that dealing with Virus' and Spyware are an every day thing for many PC users. They are non-existent problems for mac users.
Originally posted by: kmrivers
... Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch...
Originally posted by: SmoochyTX
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
That is one of the main reasons I wish there a few dedicated 'groups' of people out there targeting Macs. The reason why Macs basically don't have a virus or spyware problem is because most computers in the world are PCs and hackers and spammers will go after the most common platform.
BTW, I've owned PCs for years and I've never had a virus.
Originally posted by: Injury
Contrary to popular belief, I think the learning curve for macs is actually pretty steep.
:thumbsup:Originally posted by: ryan256
Originally posted by: SmoochyTX
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
That is one of the main reasons I wish there a few dedicated 'groups' of people out there targeting Macs. The reason why Macs basically don't have a virus or spyware problem is because most computers in the world are PCs and hackers and spammers will go after the most common platform.
BTW, I've owned PCs for years and I've never had a virus.
This comic sums it up beautifully!![]()
Dude, that is awesome. I've GOT to set that up!Originally posted by: BlameCanada
Originally posted by: kmrivers
I am a "Mac person". People usually just see me on my computer and are wowed. Then you add in the no virus and spyware factor and lots of people want to switch. I don't go out of my way to tell people they should switch though.
If you think your Mac turns heads, you should see the reaction I get from people when they see my laptop running Ubuntu/Edgy with Beryl WM. The cube never fails to impress. Then you add in the it's free factor.....