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New poll posted on Intel Macs and Windows XP
Authored by: pstm13 on May 02, '06 09:45:58PM

I am writing this on a Mac w/ XP. I thought that I would share some tips:

1. Get ready to spend a good hour burning a driver cd, loading XP, and so on. It is preatty straight forward. You just download the boot camp, update your firm ware, and click the boot camp button. An hour or so later you are pushing the alt button and choosing your OS.

2. Get the Mac with the large hard drive. This is because your hard drive will be divided between two systems with all the software that goes with them. Once you divide it you can't move between them unless you shut down.

3. Don't be afraid of Apple's OS. It is VERY easy to use. Once you get the hang of it you will prefer it to XP. I use the XP at work and Mac OS at home.

4. Try using an application/ file transfer program (I didn't do it but some may need to). This way you don't use up a copy of your programs like Adobe that limit the number of installs. Cnet had one they reviewed that you might check out but I can't vouch for it cus I didn't use one.

5. Get a wireless mouse (or just use the one you have). The Mac only has one button. Good luck right clicking.

6. Look in to buying AAPL stock. My guess is that the Mac's market share will triple in the next two years due to all the XP burnouts looking for an alternative (like me). I bought AAPL stock a few weeks ago and made enough scratch to cover my new Macbook Pro as it is up 7.46% since I made the investment. Also, their 3rd quarter is set to be a big one due to the new iPods coming out (accourding to Jim Cramer the Mad Money dude). But don't blame me if you loose your shirt.

Over all, I love this thing. If you are using XP and need a new outfit I highly recommend the new Macbook Pro. It is as good or better then any other notebook on the market. Plus you have the universal appeal that no other product can match.



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