Jibbli

Anyone who just makes it out into today’s world knows the competition and fine line that separates Macs Vs. PCs. It seems as if everywhere you look you see one another bashing the other, and finally when it’s all said and done, no one can truly lay claim the victor.

For those of us who do not know what a Mac is, allow me to explain. A Macintosh computer is an operating device that Apple has made/designed both the hardware  AND  software for. Apple claims that the hardware and software “are made for each other.” And thus, they will work better then any other computer on the market.

Honestly, even though Vista is flawed and Microsoft has stopped caring about Vista all together it seems (with the release of Windows 7 only a month or so away) Windows still has the title of the most popular OS. Even Apple and all their glory can’t do everything themselves, and they need the help of Microsoft’s programs, primarily Office and all the sub-categories that it contains.

But do not count Apple and Macs out yet. Lately with the introduction of the newer MacBook Pros, and the key hardware upgrades that make them superior to any other hardware manufacturer, OS X is slowly coming along. Apple is determined in their ways of making life simpler for consumers, and OS X (especially Leopard and Snow Leopard) has done a lot for that cause.

Many college kids, adults, and everyday consumers are turning to Apple’s Mac, and why? because lately it is doing everything the average consumer needs, and in a simple manner. The “dock” is simple and easy to use, and programs have features that are surpassing the complexity, but maintain the simple usability, of their PC counterparts. They also are just making everything easily accessed, easily set up, and easily used. The Mail application for example, is making organizing your e-mail and viewing attachments effortless, and how you can create easy-to-use mailboxes and instantly view attachments (without opening any other application).

Plus the maneuverability of almost every application that comes pre-inatalled on a Mac has the same interface as iTunes… why do I compare them to iTunes? iTunes is one of the most globally downloaded, viewed, and used application for any OS (excluding Linux). Setting up photo albums, movies, folders, play lists, e-mail dividers are now as easy as using  we all know and love…iTunes.

Microsoft better start stepping up their game, because Apple is coming from behind with a full head of steam. It appears as if anywhere you go Apple’s computers are there, from retail stores, internet cafes, schools, and libraries.

Granted, most people still choose PCs right now over Macs due to the cheaper cost, the craphole economy, and the individuality and versatility of Windows. But, be warned, Apple’s prices are getting more competitive, their software more versatile, their image more accepted, and the products in consumer’s homes.