A debate that will probably never end, is whether Windows OS or Mac OS is the best. As long as some people are benefited by either system, they will be preferred by those people. It is going to depend on how you use your computer, because each system has applications that work better on their system. Let’s take a closer look at the advantages of each OS.
If security is a major concern for you, Windows is not your best choice. It’s well-known that the vast majority of computer viruses are directed at Windows users. This is largely because more people use Windows, but whatever the reason, you are much less vulnerable on a Mac. It doesn’t seem to matter what attacks computers, even spyware and malware, it is more with Windows. This also means that if you do get a Windows OS, you will have to spend time and money on anti-virus software and make sure that it’s always updated. No matter what kind of computer you have, threats are real and precautions should be take, but there are less concerns with a Mac. There are hackers and scam artists, who are trying to get your personal data, so it is up to you to protect yourself by being aware of what people are trying to do. So you have to use common sense no matter what kind of computer you’re using.
A genuine improvement is what most Windows users have characterized Windows 7 when comparing it to all of the operating systems that were used previously. While Mac computers have traditionally been more reliable and less likely to crash than Windows, it seems that Windows has finally caught up in the last few years. There have been many complaints about crashes and glitches, by people using earlier versions of Windows, even XP and Vista. Windows 7, on the other hand, seems to be the most reliable operating system Microsoft has released. Whether Windows 8 will prove to be even better remains to be seen.
When Mac OS X Lion, one of the new features is a security that will keep you protected if someone steals your laptop or notebook. Remote Wipe is a feature that has been out for a while on the iPhone, but it is new for bigger computers. With this feature you are able to remotely wipe out your whole hard drive if you lose your notebook or laptop or if it gets stolen by someone. If you keep any sensitive or personal information on that computer, it will offer you some real peace of mind. You will only be able to use this feature with Lion OS as it makes judicious use of the iCloud. So far, Windows based computers do not have anything that really compares to this. It also helps, of course, to backup all of your important data so that if you do ever need to erase that hard drive you won’t lose anything that is very important to you. One of the first things you need to decide on before starting your search for a computer is whether to get a Mac or windows OS. Once you decide upon your budget, you can decide whether to go with the lower price and versatility of Windows or the Mac, and its convenient interface and high-end look. We’ve looked at some of the pros and cons of both operating systems, but only you can decide which is right for you.