<p>While I have been visiting a lot of college campus and talking to their admission counselors, many have been undecided on the best computer operating system for architecture. I know some schools require that you buy one of their computers, but I was wondering for a general idea of whether a PC or MAC is better for architecture purposes.</p>
<p>Id like to know too. Im going to wait until I get there and ask my teachers which they use. If I have the same OS as them they can provide me with help with the archie software.</p>
<p>I use linux right now but I assume I will have to switch to one of the commercial OS’s after my first year.</p>
<p>Most of the schools list the computer requirements on their website. Some schools have specific requirements for architecture. The websites will usually indicate what is required.</p>
<p>Autocad now controls most of the significant software programs for the industry; Autocad, Revit, and 3D Studio Max. Autodesk does not write software for the Mac. Other programs such as form.z, and Sketchup run on both. However, in our tests a Mac running Windows with Bootcamp was faster than a similar Windows only machine. So if you prefer a Mac you will be under no handicap, and will have a slight advantage when pulling together your presentations.</p>
<p>rick</p>