Another operating system

Hello:
I'm looking for another operating system. I am very tiered from WinXP and I wont to install the apple operating system?
Can I do that? I heard that the new apple system works on intel??
Help please

Hi Khawar;
I am in complete agreement with you on WinXP but Mac OS X will only work on Apple hardware with Intel. Sorry.
About the least expensive way to get into Mac OS X is the Mac Mini.
By the way where about are you located in the Netherlands? I was stationed there with the USAF from 68 to 72. I really enjoy my assignment to the Netherlands.
Allan

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