The move from PC to Mac...maybe
I have been recently considering making the switch from PC to mac. I am an avid PC user and very PC savvy. I guess its just a big leap for me and i just want to be sure its the right decision. Im going to college and need a good laptop im going to major in photography so i need a computer for graphics and that can handle what i need it to do. So i guess my question or questions are, How big is the learning curve? Are there any problems major or minor? What are the essential programs to get? Are the peripherals good if so which ones? and finally is the switch totally worth me paying the 1000 or so USD to get a mac?
i need a computer for graphics and that can handle what i need it to do. So i guess my question or questions are,
You really need to get a MacBook Pro if you plan on doing graphic and video work. The graphics circuit in a MacBook shares memory with the main RAM. Performance for pro graphic and video work is anemic.
How big is the learning curve?
Should be easy for you. You can always run Windows on it right along side the Mac OS with Fusion.
What are the essential programs to get?
iLife includes apps you can use. You may want to look at some Adobe products for graphics work.
Are the peripherals good if so which ones?
You should have a good drive for backup. External USB drives are inexpensive.
and finally is the switch totally worth me paying the 1000 or so USD to get a mac?
You will be looking at little more for a MacBook Pro. You can get an educational discount though it you're in school. You may even consider a refurb. Same warranty as a new one.
-Bmer
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