Why a PC is better than a Mac
Lately Apple has gained a lot of popularity everywhere. Many people talk about switching from Windows to Mac; and I’ve been in countless discussions about which is better. (Note: To be fair, I’ll write a post later on why Macs are better than PCs.)
7 reasons why a PC is better than a Mac:
1. Personalization
PCs are infinitely more customizable than Macs. It’s very easy to build your own computer, choosing the exact parts you need to meet your needs. There are endless combinations and options when it comes to making a PC. If you don’t want to make one, there are plenty of people who will make you one to suit your own needs. Retailers like Dell and HP also offer many options for customizing a PC. However, Macs are very limited. They often don’t use the latest hardware for a year or so, whereas PCs already have it. You don’t see any Mac with Core i7 inside. Any extras you want to add will cost you a fortune, for example adding an extra 4GB of RAM will cost around $800, but if you have a PC a similar upgrade to 4GB of DDR3 will cost a maximum of $200, but can be get for $150 This makes a PC much more affordable. There are so many options when it comes to parts that you can make it look however you want. Apple only offers a few variations of its computers with few customization options at too high a price. Not to mention the premium you pay for the Apple logo.
2. Hardware and software compatibility
Many people argue that Macs have enough software to keep them going. The fact is that if you have a PC, you have a lot more options. You have more options when it comes to any software or hardware. Basically, all Mac-compatible software is PC-compatible (except software made by Apple). The PC has a lot more options when it comes to gaming and any game on a PC will work better if you have a newer computer since newer Macs have outdated hardware. Mac users will always need to check if the hardware or software they are buying is Mac compatible. Yes, you can run Windows on a Mac, but what’s the point? If you’re going to use Windows for everything, then you might as well buy a PC. Not to mention, all of the Office for Mac software is incredibly difficult to use and completely illogical. Some basic commands that can be easily found in the Windows version of Office are incredibly difficult to find on a Mac. Not to mention, Mac users don’t get the fancy new Ribbon interface of Office 2007.
3. Complete operating systems
Apple charges its customers for minor updates to its operating systems (also known as Service Packs). Microsoft offers them for free and only charges users for a brand new operating system. This will add significantly to the cost of your Mac if you plan to upgrade every time Apple releases a new version of OS X. The new features provided in these updates are fairly insignificant, and none have overhauled the operating system. Is it really worth the price?
4. Windows Explorer is much more powerful
Windows Explorer offers many more features than Search. It offers cut and paste to move files easily, as well as offers to resize the window from all corners or edges instead of just one. Not to mention, it’s much easier to exit a program on Windows than it is on Mac by simply pressing the X button instead of Command+Q. Apple’s maximize button doesn’t even work properly.
5. Support
There are many more PC users than Mac users. This makes it very easy for anyone with problems to find someone to help them. Lots of people know a lot about PCs, however the Apple community is limited and there are far fewer places you can get help. Apple support also has a history of denying that a problem exists, even if it clearly does. Not to mention, the warranty from Dell and HP costs a lot less than AppleCare from Apple.
6 OEM
Microsoft offers the OEM version of its operating system at a much cheaper price than the retail package. Apple does not sell OEMs. Vista Ultimate used to retail for $799 but at the same time OEM was around $280. This gives system builders much lower costs compared to Apple computers and going back to point one , it is also much more customizable.
7. Deleting Shortcuts Really Works
Apple has a very visual operating system, while Windows is more intuitive and logical. For example, when you want to remove shortcuts from the desktop, just press the Delete key. When you want to do this on a Mac, you need to drag the icon to the trash. It makes a cool effect but it is very irritating. The menu bar on the Mac is also really irritating. When you minimize a program, the menu bar stays there, which also gets annoying when you try to access other things, for example in Finder. This makes using a Mac a real pain in the ass.