Whatever works for you, use it. If it doesn't work for someone else, don't bash them for it.
I run Windows because I love my games. Emulation on a Mac is just too slow on games that already tax my system, so that's not a practical OS for me. Linux is too much of a hassle and also doesn't have much compatibility with games. I'm happy with XP, and I don't see upgrading to Vista for a couple years (unless the price comes down to a realistic level - say, $100-$150 for an upgrade).
I'll agree that OSX can be a little friendlier. That sad, I don't think it is as powerful for my needs, and I'm willing to do a little work to have things done my way.
However, the "Apple is for creative people" thing is bs and you all know that. There are a wealth of programs for video, sound, and image editing for both platforms, and none has any "better" software than the other. The only thing more creative about Apple's is that they have that sick Apple cut-out on the lid (which I admit I envy).
Of course, Apple hardware is overpriced for what you're getting, while with Windows you can built your own machine from scratch (like I did). I'm a hardware junky so that only left me with windows and linux, and linux support for some hardware (specifically, my TV Tuner card) is spotty.
So when it comes down to it, it's all about what works for you.
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I totally agree with Whiplash.
Whatever works for you, use it. If it doesn't work for someone else, don't bash them for it.
I run Windows because I love my games. Emulation on a Mac is just too slow on games that already tax my system, so that's not a practical OS for me. Linux is too much of a hassle and also doesn't have much compatibility with games. I'm happy with XP, and I don't see upgrading to Vista for a couple years (unless the price comes down to a realistic level - say, $100-$150 for an upgrade).
I'll agree that OSX can be a little friendlier. That sad, I don't think it is as powerful for my needs, and I'm willing to do a little work to have things done my way.
However, the "Apple is for creative people" thing is bs and you all know that. There are a wealth of programs for video, sound, and image editing for both platforms, and none has any "better" software than the other. The only thing more creative about Apple's is that they have that sick Apple cut-out on the lid (which I admit I envy).
Of course, Apple hardware is overpriced for what you're getting, while with Windows you can built your own machine from scratch (like I did). I'm a hardware junky so that only left me with windows and linux, and linux support for some hardware (specifically, my TV Tuner card) is spotty.
So when it comes down to it, it's all about what works for you.