Q. Microsoft visual studio pro 2008,Corel painter X, or Auto desk Maya unlimited 2009?
Thanks for the promt answers I hope to hear more !
Thanks for the promt answers I hope to hear more !
A. Apples, oranges, and bananas. They all do really different things. You should probably start out with painter.
What is the difference between linux and windows, which is better?
Q. Some dell computers are loaded with ubuntu linux as an operating system. I've heard that its more efficient than windows and crashes less. What are its advantages? If i were to get a dell laptop with unbuntu loaded on it would I have a tough time figuring out how to use it?
A. Hello Bruce,
Ubuntu is an operating system that has been developed as one of the many alternatives to Windows based and Apple's Operating systems.
The crucial difference is that Ubuntu and related Linux-type operating systems are open-source, which means that a lot of software programmers around the world have worked on it and have the logic behind it accessible to all. The windows and apple family of operating systems are closed source, meaning that those system's logic is a closely guarded secret.
Therefore, Dell computer with Ubuntu installed will probably cost you less ( I hope) compared to one with Microsoft Windows based operating system.
If you plan to use your computer for something as simple as surfing the internet, chatting with your friends and watching movies and stuff, you might be fine with an Ubuntu-installed Dell computer, because of the following reasons:
1) Less number of viruses and worms (because Ubuntu is not as widespread as Microsoft windows based operating systems).
2) Lesser cost, since essentially the operating system is free whereas, a windows based Dell computer will have the cost of the operating system factored into the final price.
3) Relatively faster start-up time based on your hardware.
3) The user interface for Ubuntu is relatively easy to learn and there will be countless resources online to help you out apart from Dell's help desk.
The following reason's go against buying an Ubuntu-based Dell computer:
1) A lot of printers, cameras, web cameras still may not work, if the drivers for those devices do not exist. Most device manufacturers will give you CDs with all your devices which generally support Windows based operating systems or Apple's operating systems.
2) Some of the software may not exist for Ubuntu computers since they are still relatively few. According to one estimate, 90% of the world's computers run on Windows based systems. So it will take some time for Ubuntu like systems.
3) You may have a hard time learning the technicalities of a new operating system and it may take a bit of technical know-how and patience to solve the problems.
These are my 2 cents (it looks more than that :) )
Thanks,
Manan
Ubuntu is an operating system that has been developed as one of the many alternatives to Windows based and Apple's Operating systems.
The crucial difference is that Ubuntu and related Linux-type operating systems are open-source, which means that a lot of software programmers around the world have worked on it and have the logic behind it accessible to all. The windows and apple family of operating systems are closed source, meaning that those system's logic is a closely guarded secret.
Therefore, Dell computer with Ubuntu installed will probably cost you less ( I hope) compared to one with Microsoft Windows based operating system.
If you plan to use your computer for something as simple as surfing the internet, chatting with your friends and watching movies and stuff, you might be fine with an Ubuntu-installed Dell computer, because of the following reasons:
1) Less number of viruses and worms (because Ubuntu is not as widespread as Microsoft windows based operating systems).
2) Lesser cost, since essentially the operating system is free whereas, a windows based Dell computer will have the cost of the operating system factored into the final price.
3) Relatively faster start-up time based on your hardware.
3) The user interface for Ubuntu is relatively easy to learn and there will be countless resources online to help you out apart from Dell's help desk.
The following reason's go against buying an Ubuntu-based Dell computer:
1) A lot of printers, cameras, web cameras still may not work, if the drivers for those devices do not exist. Most device manufacturers will give you CDs with all your devices which generally support Windows based operating systems or Apple's operating systems.
2) Some of the software may not exist for Ubuntu computers since they are still relatively few. According to one estimate, 90% of the world's computers run on Windows based systems. So it will take some time for Ubuntu like systems.
3) You may have a hard time learning the technicalities of a new operating system and it may take a bit of technical know-how and patience to solve the problems.
These are my 2 cents (it looks more than that :) )
Thanks,
Manan
What are the real advantages of Macs over PCs?
Q. I have been considering switching from PC to Mac for a couple of months now. We have all seen the funny commercials and we know that the Apple stuff is cool looking (and expensive). But are there REALLY advantages of owning a Mac over a PC? If so what are they?
A. Hi Manny,
OK here's my list of things I like about the Macintosh over Windows. I'm sorry that it is so long, but that's how it goes.
* No computer viruses.
You hear from the Windows people that it's because there are fewer Macs out there, but I think it's because of the Mac OS and it's Unix kernel. That doesn't explain why Vista got viruses before it was officially released. The Macintosh comes out of the box as a closed system. If you want it to be networked and remotely operated, you can make that happen, but you have to change it's settings first. Windows machines come out of the box as a wide open vulnerable system. That's so the IT guy can set up the hardware, attach it to the company's network, and install the software remotely from the comfort of his own desk. ActiveX and InternetExplorer leaves the Windows OS wide open to hacks and viruses. The Macintosh OS simply isn't set up that way.
If you want to install any kind of software onto your Mac, you first need to type in your administrative password. There is no auto-install for a virus to attach itself to your Mac without your Okay. That is the simple answer why there hasn't been any viruses for the Macintosh in the past 6 years. Another is that first year programmers learn how to create simple Windows script viruses their first year of class. Mac programmers simply love their computers and have no desire to create such an abomination. We love our Mac programmers and happily pay what ever they ask for their good, hard work.
* Games.
I enjoy the games that I play on my Mac, but It's true that there simply aren't as many games out there for the Mac as Windows. Hopefully, with the Mac now using an Intel processor, we will start to see more games being developed for the Mac. But, honestly, don't most people get their gaming fix by playing with video game consoles (such as NES, PS, Wii, or XBox), rather than playing games on their computers?
* Software.
There's a lot more software for the Macintosh now, than before Mac OS X arrived. Much of the Mac's new software is simply Unix ports. There is also a large open source and public domain/shareware development community that has been supporting the Mac OS.
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/
You can run Unix X-windows on your Macintosh now too. Apple has been designated as the largest distributor of Unix in the world. If you have one of the new Intel-based Macs you can now run Windows programs natively using a program called Boot Camp and/or Parallel. There is also a Java Virtual Machine for the Mac too.
There's still a ton of programs made specifically for the Mac. Most of these are programmed in machine language, so they're lightening fast. Apple watches over their developers closely, to make sure everything runs like it's supposed to; that it runs the Macintosh way. There's also a lot of Windows ports too. I use Microsoft Office on my Mac at work all the time. Although the Macintosh versions of Windows software are way behind in features than their Windows brethren, the Macintosh programs seem to run better, faster and are not as susceptible to problems as the Windows ports. Go figure!
Where the Macintosh really shines is in the creative software area. I'm a printer, so I know that the Macintosh pioneered desktop publishing. I think that most structured drawing, paint/graphics, and music programs got their start here too. Video and film editing and production is now very big on the Mac. Many people complain about how expensive some of these programs are, but frankly, professional programs are always more expensive than the cheaper consumer-level programs that are out there. Stuff like iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, etc. come free with your Macintosh, while other programs are quite affordable.
http://www.versiontracker.com/macosx
* Less problems
The Macintosh simply works. There really isn't very many problems using a Mac compared to a Windows PC. Check out the computer questions here on Yahoo! Answers. There are a lot of Windows, "Why can't I get this to work?" questions here. Even though there are a lot of Mac users here, there doesn't seem to be very many Mac questions. The Mac simply works. Naturally, there are a few problems with any kind of computer hardware, but these are few and far between on a Mac.
* Hardware Power -vrs- Expense
Right, the Macintosh is a little more proprietary and you really need to buy hardware that tells you that it's Macintosh compatible. You can't just buy some cheap hardware, piece it together, and make a Mac, like you can with some PCs. But, then, you don't have Plug-and-Pray either. Again, the Mac simply works.
We also hear from Windows users that Windows PCs are cheaper than Macs. True, you can buy hardware with the barest of graphics cards, hard drives, and other components, or you can buy the best and end up spending the same amount as a Mac. It's your choice, but that's why you see Macs holding up and being used a lot longer than these Window PCs.
Oh, and since we're talking about hardware, yes, you can get yourself a USB multiple-buttoned mouse, plug it into your Mac, and use it just fine, thank you. Don't worry about it.
* Mac OS X
It's a very simple, basic, easy-to-use OS. It's highly graphic, so your kids or your grandmother could learn to use it, and it's also got a terminal, so the geekiest guy can enjoy using it to it's fullest extent. Windows users will recognize many of the same features that they use on their OS, but there are a few things that are strictly Macintosh.
http://www.apple.com/support/switch101/
http://www.apple.com/support/mac101/
http://switchtoamac.com/guides/
I have loved it because it's always responsive. You throw in a CD and the icon for it pops up on the desktop along with a dialog box asking if you want a specific program to use with it. There's no need to search for drives. If it's a music CD, iTunes launches to play it. If you plug in your digital camera iPhoto launches to import the pictures. If you're looking for a file buried deep inside your Mac's file structure, you can use Spotlight and it might find the file before you're done typing the first three letters of the name.
Again, I'm sorry that this is so long, but I get tired of the misinformation that the Windows guys are spreading about the Macintosh, and I wanted to be sure to respond to all of their rants with the facts. Go into your local Macintosh dealer and play with the Macintosh yourself, and see what you think. Best of luck with your final decision. Take care.
--Rick
OK here's my list of things I like about the Macintosh over Windows. I'm sorry that it is so long, but that's how it goes.
* No computer viruses.
You hear from the Windows people that it's because there are fewer Macs out there, but I think it's because of the Mac OS and it's Unix kernel. That doesn't explain why Vista got viruses before it was officially released. The Macintosh comes out of the box as a closed system. If you want it to be networked and remotely operated, you can make that happen, but you have to change it's settings first. Windows machines come out of the box as a wide open vulnerable system. That's so the IT guy can set up the hardware, attach it to the company's network, and install the software remotely from the comfort of his own desk. ActiveX and InternetExplorer leaves the Windows OS wide open to hacks and viruses. The Macintosh OS simply isn't set up that way.
If you want to install any kind of software onto your Mac, you first need to type in your administrative password. There is no auto-install for a virus to attach itself to your Mac without your Okay. That is the simple answer why there hasn't been any viruses for the Macintosh in the past 6 years. Another is that first year programmers learn how to create simple Windows script viruses their first year of class. Mac programmers simply love their computers and have no desire to create such an abomination. We love our Mac programmers and happily pay what ever they ask for their good, hard work.
* Games.
I enjoy the games that I play on my Mac, but It's true that there simply aren't as many games out there for the Mac as Windows. Hopefully, with the Mac now using an Intel processor, we will start to see more games being developed for the Mac. But, honestly, don't most people get their gaming fix by playing with video game consoles (such as NES, PS, Wii, or XBox), rather than playing games on their computers?
* Software.
There's a lot more software for the Macintosh now, than before Mac OS X arrived. Much of the Mac's new software is simply Unix ports. There is also a large open source and public domain/shareware development community that has been supporting the Mac OS.
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/
You can run Unix X-windows on your Macintosh now too. Apple has been designated as the largest distributor of Unix in the world. If you have one of the new Intel-based Macs you can now run Windows programs natively using a program called Boot Camp and/or Parallel. There is also a Java Virtual Machine for the Mac too.
There's still a ton of programs made specifically for the Mac. Most of these are programmed in machine language, so they're lightening fast. Apple watches over their developers closely, to make sure everything runs like it's supposed to; that it runs the Macintosh way. There's also a lot of Windows ports too. I use Microsoft Office on my Mac at work all the time. Although the Macintosh versions of Windows software are way behind in features than their Windows brethren, the Macintosh programs seem to run better, faster and are not as susceptible to problems as the Windows ports. Go figure!
Where the Macintosh really shines is in the creative software area. I'm a printer, so I know that the Macintosh pioneered desktop publishing. I think that most structured drawing, paint/graphics, and music programs got their start here too. Video and film editing and production is now very big on the Mac. Many people complain about how expensive some of these programs are, but frankly, professional programs are always more expensive than the cheaper consumer-level programs that are out there. Stuff like iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, etc. come free with your Macintosh, while other programs are quite affordable.
http://www.versiontracker.com/macosx
* Less problems
The Macintosh simply works. There really isn't very many problems using a Mac compared to a Windows PC. Check out the computer questions here on Yahoo! Answers. There are a lot of Windows, "Why can't I get this to work?" questions here. Even though there are a lot of Mac users here, there doesn't seem to be very many Mac questions. The Mac simply works. Naturally, there are a few problems with any kind of computer hardware, but these are few and far between on a Mac.
* Hardware Power -vrs- Expense
Right, the Macintosh is a little more proprietary and you really need to buy hardware that tells you that it's Macintosh compatible. You can't just buy some cheap hardware, piece it together, and make a Mac, like you can with some PCs. But, then, you don't have Plug-and-Pray either. Again, the Mac simply works.
We also hear from Windows users that Windows PCs are cheaper than Macs. True, you can buy hardware with the barest of graphics cards, hard drives, and other components, or you can buy the best and end up spending the same amount as a Mac. It's your choice, but that's why you see Macs holding up and being used a lot longer than these Window PCs.
Oh, and since we're talking about hardware, yes, you can get yourself a USB multiple-buttoned mouse, plug it into your Mac, and use it just fine, thank you. Don't worry about it.
* Mac OS X
It's a very simple, basic, easy-to-use OS. It's highly graphic, so your kids or your grandmother could learn to use it, and it's also got a terminal, so the geekiest guy can enjoy using it to it's fullest extent. Windows users will recognize many of the same features that they use on their OS, but there are a few things that are strictly Macintosh.
http://www.apple.com/support/switch101/
http://www.apple.com/support/mac101/
http://switchtoamac.com/guides/
I have loved it because it's always responsive. You throw in a CD and the icon for it pops up on the desktop along with a dialog box asking if you want a specific program to use with it. There's no need to search for drives. If it's a music CD, iTunes launches to play it. If you plug in your digital camera iPhoto launches to import the pictures. If you're looking for a file buried deep inside your Mac's file structure, you can use Spotlight and it might find the file before you're done typing the first three letters of the name.
Again, I'm sorry that this is so long, but I get tired of the misinformation that the Windows guys are spreading about the Macintosh, and I wanted to be sure to respond to all of their rants with the facts. Go into your local Macintosh dealer and play with the Macintosh yourself, and see what you think. Best of luck with your final decision. Take care.
--Rick
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