Thursday, November 10, 2011

A Guide for PC Buyers Not Looking for a Tablet - Walt Mossberg - Personal Technology - AllThingsD

Abbreviated version of this year’s guide: buy a Mac…

Windows vs. Mac: Mac laptops cost more and offer less variety than Windows laptops. The least expensive Mac laptop is $999, while a few stripped-down Windows portables can be had for under $300. Well-equipped Windows laptops start at $500 to $600. But Apple laptops combine beauty, ruggedness and long battery life with good customer service. Macs also come with better built-in software, including the new Lion operating system, which includes some tablet-like features. And they can run Windows, at extra cost.

Finally, Mac users don’t fear viruses and other malicious software, because virtually none work on the Mac.

A Guide for PC Buyers Not Looking for a Tablet - Walt Mossberg - Personal Technology - AllThingsD

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