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As long as some people like Windows OS and others like Mac OS, the debate will never be settled. Since there are benefits to both systems, and one will always be preferred over the other by the individual users. The computer has many uses, and a Mac is better for some and Windows is better for others, so you need to know why you need a computer, and buy one accordingly. Each OS has its advantages, and that is what we will look at.

The primary advantage of Windows based computers, for most people, is price. You can definitely get a computer with a Windows OS for much less than you can get for a Mac. Whether you’re shopping for laptops or desktops, quite a lot of money can be saved by choosing PCs over Macs. This means that when all you want from your computer are the basics: web surfing, emailing and video watching, you will probably be better served by choosing Windows OS based PCs. You might still have your reasons for liking Macs better, like how easy it is to use or the design it has, but you definitely have to pay more out of pocket for it. If you are looking for the lowest priced computers, though, Windows definitely has the advantage over Mac.

If you follow technical news, you may be hearing a lot about Windows 8, the next major upgrade of the Windows operating system. For a few users this is going to cinch the debate between choosing a Windows and a Mac PC because Windows is hinting at some extraordinary new features with the newest upgrade. Most importantly, Windows 8 will give you the option of using your computer as a tablet, with a highly functional touchscreen. Of course, you’ll still be able to employ a traditional mouse and keyboard. Of course, as of this writing, Windows 8 has not yet been released. 2012 is the earliest that this OS will be released. By then it is definitely likely that Mac is going to come up with something that will rival those features.

If you sit at a computer a lot, you might want one that you like its design and appearance. When it comes to the design, many people like the Mac. Having high functioning products, that are attractive and ergonomic, has always been important to the designers at Apple. This, of course, is part of why Apple products are more expensive than most other brands. There are many computers that are not only nicely designed, but also Windows-based, and you can find one that appeals to you with a little effort. The looks are something to think about, but the most important factor of a computer isn’t the design.

There are any number of reasons you might prefer Windows or Mac OS over the other. While this article has explored some of the major benefits of both, when it comes right down to it, you need to make your own decisions based on your requirements, budget and preferences. Depending on how you are going to use your computer and how much you want to spend and which interface jives better with you, you may end up liking either Windows or Mac OS better.