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Support for Mac, Windows, or dual-boot configurations

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DurpVolts
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11-12-2016, 03:23 PM
#1
Over the last few months I've been balancing my systems between Mac and Windows, even simplifying to just one OS to test performance. I'm weighing a powerful Mac desktop against a streamlined PC or using both together. I play games on my Windows setup but am reducing gaming as I age, so efficiency matters more than raw power. The convenience of Bootcamp on Mac for occasional gaming is far more valuable than having a full desktop. What are your thoughts?
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DurpVolts
11-12-2016, 03:23 PM #1

Over the last few months I've been balancing my systems between Mac and Windows, even simplifying to just one OS to test performance. I'm weighing a powerful Mac desktop against a streamlined PC or using both together. I play games on my Windows setup but am reducing gaming as I age, so efficiency matters more than raw power. The convenience of Bootcamp on Mac for occasional gaming is far more valuable than having a full desktop. What are your thoughts?

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vinikind08
Member
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11-12-2016, 03:34 PM
#2
For specific needs, opt for mac OS; otherwise, Linux offers flexibility. Windows remains a solid choice.
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vinikind08
11-12-2016, 03:34 PM #2

For specific needs, opt for mac OS; otherwise, Linux offers flexibility. Windows remains a solid choice.

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Psychotic9244
Member
58
11-24-2016, 02:11 AM
#3
If you're not looking for a particular requirement for macOS or a strong preference for it, switching to a more powerful Mac won't be worthwhile. You'll likely end up spending more for inferior equipment.
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Psychotic9244
11-24-2016, 02:11 AM #3

If you're not looking for a particular requirement for macOS or a strong preference for it, switching to a more powerful Mac won't be worthwhile. You'll likely end up spending more for inferior equipment.

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byDani_SMP
Member
59
11-24-2016, 04:28 AM
#4
I’d prefer Windows or try Linux for a change. I also don’t really like Apple, so I wouldn’t use a Mac.
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byDani_SMP
11-24-2016, 04:28 AM #4

I’d prefer Windows or try Linux for a change. I also don’t really like Apple, so I wouldn’t use a Mac.

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Sussu
Senior Member
708
11-24-2016, 09:46 AM
#5
If you don’t have an opinion on Apple, it doesn’t really strengthen this discussion. I appreciate both systems and tend to accomplish more tasks on Mac compared to Windows, although I can build a more capable machine using Windows as its OS.
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Sussu
11-24-2016, 09:46 AM #5

If you don’t have an opinion on Apple, it doesn’t really strengthen this discussion. I appreciate both systems and tend to accomplish more tasks on Mac compared to Windows, although I can build a more capable machine using Windows as its OS.

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Superlettuce19
Senior Member
370
12-15-2016, 11:59 AM
#6
There isn't anything to address here. If you're considering a Mac, productivity varies by personal preference—some thrive on Windows for its familiarity, while others enjoy Linux for its cost and flexibility.
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Superlettuce19
12-15-2016, 11:59 AM #6

There isn't anything to address here. If you're considering a Mac, productivity varies by personal preference—some thrive on Windows for its familiarity, while others enjoy Linux for its cost and flexibility.

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NinjaTurtleNL
Member
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12-15-2016, 03:36 PM
#7
I see the argument of Linux and also the purposefulness of Windows. I want to keep both but then again I feel like my setup could be much more compacted and simplified with a singular operations base. For the work I do I'd get much more value out of Mac since I just do mostly video editing, programming, and web-based work. It just feels wrong to leave behind the better gaming ability which is my main concern at this point. I'd also be reducing my need for Linux on a Unix system, that being MacOS. It's a tug-of-war right now for my needs vs my wants.
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NinjaTurtleNL
12-15-2016, 03:36 PM #7

I see the argument of Linux and also the purposefulness of Windows. I want to keep both but then again I feel like my setup could be much more compacted and simplified with a singular operations base. For the work I do I'd get much more value out of Mac since I just do mostly video editing, programming, and web-based work. It just feels wrong to leave behind the better gaming ability which is my main concern at this point. I'd also be reducing my need for Linux on a Unix system, that being MacOS. It's a tug-of-war right now for my needs vs my wants.

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Link999123
Junior Member
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12-16-2016, 02:54 PM
#8
You can set up macOS on most computers easily.
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Link999123
12-16-2016, 02:54 PM #8

You can set up macOS on most computers easily.

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THE123Troll
Member
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12-17-2016, 08:40 AM
#9
They are essentially the same instrument, capable of performing similar tasks yet offering distinct advantages.
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THE123Troll
12-17-2016, 08:40 AM #9

They are essentially the same instrument, capable of performing similar tasks yet offering distinct advantages.

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LeanSquad_
Junior Member
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12-23-2016, 07:06 PM
#10
I've tested it and the optimization feels a bit over the top, honestly.
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LeanSquad_
12-23-2016, 07:06 PM #10

I've tested it and the optimization feels a bit over the top, honestly.

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