Issues holding me back

Hi all,
I've been a PC user since I started using computer. I'd really like to switch to mac, but the issues with macbook just holds me back from buying one. I've got a few questions regarding the issues of the macbooks.
1. Heat. Comparing to PC laptops, how hot is MB?
I've experienced the very first set of MBP, and they were hot, even on top of the keyboard. The heat from MBP can make me sweat. Is MB similar to MBP?
2. Moo sound. Is the sound from the fan or other components in the laptop?
3. Discoloration. Is Apple willing to give us a new MB if we return MB that shows discoloration?
4. Software. MB seems to be doing pretty good in their software. The MBs aren't showing a lot of kernel panics. Is this statement correct?
5. Are there more people out there who have no issues with their MBs than the ones who do?
Are those people who have issues with their MB just repeat on stating their issues? so that it seems like MB has a lot of problems?
6. I understand that even PC laptops have defects as well. It might be just that the mac community speaks up louder.
or is it true that MB has more defect problems than PC laptops?
7. With all the issues stated, is there any chance that mac users have higher requirements to their laptops than pc users.
I mean pc laptops might have the same issues as the MB. Just that they don't care as long as xp pops up and run?
Thanks for all your replies in advance.
Jon

You are in a support forum so you will always see lots of problems here. The quantity of issues reported here is not representative of the general population of MacBook users.
1) Heat: The MacBook is hot. It is similar to the MBP. It's thin and that's what you get.
2) No Moos here. When the G5 iMac came out people made recordings of the fans or the inverter buzz and posted links to those and the noise was quite evident. The 'Moo' seems catchy so of course you're going to pay attention to it. Wow "Moo". Ok? If it was just 'sudden fan velocity noise' or something like that, it probably wouldn't be mentioned.
3) Cosmetic Damage? Buy a black one. It's also a consumer laptop anyway you look at it so consider it 'paintable'. Ask Apple directly if you are concerned.
4) The software is the same as all software for intel based macs. Remember, the macbook is the latest product using the existing processors. As far as the firmware is concerned it should be the latest and quite stable.
5) Probably. So people may whine, some people may want clarification through a preponderance of replies. Again, you're looking at a support forum.
6) I don't have any statistics on defective macbooks. It shouldn't hold you back because if it is defective you can RETURN IT.
7) Many mac users will have higher standards by which they judge the quality of their machines. Others care very little. It's the same with a PC.
Look, when you get down to it you can't lump heat in with defects. Either it causes the machine to panic and crash w/in a few hours of use and you return it or it's a mild annoyance for having a slim 'laptop'. The Moo noise...have you heard it, or a recording and thought it might bother you? Finish isn't a defect. People cry foul about it all the time. If the machine is in good condition when you get it then it's cosmetic damage. People always try to find problems with new Apple products. Many people don't and just take what they get, but ANY APPLE product is more highly scrutinized by the general public, users, prospective users, or competitors simply because they are the 'cool' underdog. I mean..
"Wah, the thing that I KEEP IN MY POCKET, to listen to music with has a tiny scratch on the back"..take a look at engadget comments sometime when a new machine is released. The first couple of posts will always contain something about 'and 5 more hours until mass histeria over a minor non-issue in an Apple product hits the presses'.
So really...don't let it hold you back. Most of what you are mentioning are other people's comments. If you're REALLY worried about the discoloration and can't live w/ it then go w/ a black one.
Better yet, save your money and get the cheapest white one you can. That way you might feel less of a 'emotional' investment in it and use instead of look at it like a conversation piece.
When I get a new computer I just don't bother telling anyone. It's like for me to use and stuff. If you need bling take the emblem off your benz.

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