This document compares Mac and Windows operating systems. It outlines what each OS is, their manufacturers, popular applications, latest versions, supported architectures and languages. It also discusses differences in performance, gaming capabilities, virus protection, and considerations for choosing between the two. In summary: Macs run on Apple hardware and have stable performance while Windows runs on various manufacturers' PCs. Macs have fewer viruses but limited gaming, while Windows has more options for gaming but greater virus risks. Factors like intended use, software needs, and pricing should guide the choice between the two systems.

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2. Comparison
Mac
Windows
 What is it?
Short form for
“Macintosh” and refers to
any computer produced by
Apple, Inc.
 OS family
Unix-like (BSD>Darwin>Mac)
Refers to any computer
running IBM-Based
Windows, Linux, Solaris,
FreeBSD, etc.

3. Comparison
Mac
Windows
 Manufacturer
Apple Inc
 Cost
Computers start at $599 for
the Mac Mini, and $999 for
the Macbook Air. Other
models are more expensive.
Several companies: HP,
Toshiba, Dell, Lenovo,
Samsung, Acer, Gateway etc.
Computers running Windows
can be found usually 40-75%
cheaper than a Mac.

4. Comparison
Mac
Windows
 Popular Applications
iLife, iWork, Xcode, iTunes,
Time Machine, Safari, Mac
App Store, FaceTime, Game
Center, Photo Booth, Chrome
browser, Quick Time
MS Office, Internet Explorer,
Media Player, Media Center,
Windows Defender, SkyDrive,
VLC media player, Chrome
browser
 Latest stable release
OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows 8.1,
Ubuntu 12.0

5. Mac
Gaming
Windows
Not as many games
are made native for
the Mac, although
in recent years,
many more
Applications are
released for them.
The Mac App Store
is a hub for users to
download games
from.
The library of games
available for the PC is
exhaustive, and
hardware specifically
tweaked for gaming
performance is much
more readily available
for Windows. The
array of graphics cards
and upgradability also
favor Windows-based
computers.

6. Comparison
Mac
 Supported architectures
Intel Microprocessors
Windows
x86 & x86-64 Intel and
AMD processors
 Available language(s)
Multilingual.
Must Get a different OS Version,
but has multiple languages
available.

7. Mac
Virus Attacks
Windows
Since Macs are
not as popular
as PCs, there are
fewer malware
written to target
Macs, although
the threat of
malicious
software is
growing, like
from Java.
Being the popular
desktop choice,
most virus writers
target Windows
systems. But
Linux and

8. Comparison
Mac
Windows
 Performance
Since Apple have controlled
the hardware & software
bundles and model updates,
so every Mac operates
smoothly without worry on
lagging, incompatibles. And
have stable and expected
performance
Different OEMs and even
custom build PCs might not
have the suitable drivers
released for every
components in each OS
version, incompatibles,
lagging may occur. Maybe
cannot reach expected
performance

9. Comparison
Mac
Windows
 Piracy prevention
Since each mac has a unique
serial, no activation required
and OS X allowed for Mac
hardware only, so Apple does
not put much force on
genuine checking
Windows have a unique
activation key for each
package distribution, and lots
of custom and OEM PC
appears, so genuine checking
become important. Linux,
Solaris, FreeBSD is free and
no need for this.

10. Which is Better:
Mac or Windows?

11. You should consider a Mac if...
 You want a machine that just
works.
 You don't mind not being on the
.
cutting edge of hardware.
 You don't mind the price premium.
 You don't mind being locked into
Apple's walled garden.
 Your primary use for the machine is
creativity or productivity, such as
Word Processing, Creative Design,
or Publishing.
You should consider a Windows
if...
 You're a gamer.
 You don't mind performing routine
maintenance.
 You'll be using the device exclusively in
an Enterprise environment.
 You're a power user.
 You need to run older software or
programming code.
 Your focus is on heavy CPU/GPU tasks,
such as CAD or 3D Rendering.