Ray:
It occurs to me that none of us ever really answered your question re: desktop vs laptop..
Originally posted by Ray:
Well, now, I'm thinking about one of those Mac computers. Desk top or laptop? Desk tops just came out with the spanking brand new operating system and I'm wondering if one of those puppies would be good for a WC as I intend to do considerable video footage as well as still photos and Mac's seem to be just the ticket for movie making.
Robert Writes:
We've discussed the OS and the new release of iLife so that covers your movie and photo questions...
I assume new operating laptops will be out soon. I would think a laptop would be best but when I look at Apple's website, the desktop doesn't have one of those....cripes....I forget the word...the box that sits below one's desk....and it comes with the camera, dvd player, etc. built into the screen. Seems like the desktop would travel well too, so what's the advantage one over the other.
Robert writes:
New laptops will not be out for a while but the current hardware is excellent. As far as the imac desktop:
* Everything is self contained in the screen - apple moved the "thingy" or tower into the screen. All you need (and get) is the screen, a mouse and a keyboard. From box to internet in about 10 minutes (okay, that's me and I'm a geek...but I bet you will get it wired and be surfing fast too).
* The desktop is definately NOT portable. While I have read of 2 individuals who have toated it to a meeting or two I do not recommend that. It's heavy!
* A laptop is the way to go if you need to travel with your mac.
* Compare apples to oranges when looking at the two - or heck, buy both!! Talk about frosty glares from Penny!!
LOL
I encourage other mac users to ring in.
What do you Mac-ee type people think?
Cheers! Ray
Hope that helps...
R
