<p>futurenyustudent, that might be true (which i adamently disagree with), but you have to think of compatibility</p>
<p>Apparently I can install windows on a Mac and operate both windows and macintosh on a macbook. And even if I have to run emulation crap, I'd still rather do that than use windows.</p>
<p>The emulation software has a minimal affect on performance right?</p>
<p>As said, there are 2 solutions. For Macs with G3-G5 chips running
OS 10.3.9 and below, you can buy an emulator (Virtual PC) and run most PC applications although you can expect a reduction in performance. However, since Microsoft took over Virtual PC from Connectix, Virtual PC does not support OS 10.4 and above. The second solution is to get a new Macbook with an Intel chip. Here you need only purchase Windows XP (Home or Pro) and install it on your Mac using Bootcamp. Then, you have a real PC running on Mac hardware with no losses whatsoever, and according to benchmarks, running some PC applications better and faster than regular PC hardware. However, Bootcamp is beta and could end up with serious problems, although none have surfaced yet. If you can wait until 2007, Apple will have the final version of Bootcamp fully integrated into OS 10.5 (Tiger). I think it's worth the wait.</p>
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futurenyustudent...its going to be a pain in the ass, and you're going to have to do most of your project in the stern computer lab instead of at your dorm since the programs will be uncompatible (unless you run all that emulation software)
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<p>No you don't. Just dual boot.</p>
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E.G.: Acer vs. Apple. Apple CRUSHES Acer by a long shot. I'm using an acer right now and the fan won't stop running.
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<p>Don't get too cocky quite yet, amigo. MacBooks have been known to have trouble with both heat and a "whine" that's also fairly annoying.</p>
<p>Um, close. OS X 10.4 is Tiger, which is what is currently out. Expect to pay $130 when Leopard OS X 10.5 comes out for a fully integrated effort. Apple provides no support nor makes any guarantees on boot camp.</p>
<p>bootleg. best thing ever.</p>
<p>actually, I'm pretty sure NYU needs you to have authorized copies of stuff...this guy in my dorm had a bootleg copy of windows, and they wouldn't let him on resnet or nyuhome</p>
<p>I can wait until 07 if necessary (actually I think I might just wait until college to get a new laptop). I'm just not buying a PC. Stupid internet connection got lost again. Damn It!!!!GRRRRR</p>
<p>Anyways I think I'll wait until 07 so that Apple can work all those problems out....and if there are any problems with bootcamp they can surface...and hopefully fix it. :)</p>
<p>compatibility isn't really an issue with macs anymore. The entire office suite works flawlessly on it. Email, browsing is all fine too (Not to mention bootcamp stuff on the new intel chip macs). So if compatibiltiy is the only thing people say is an issue, and if i think its not an issue, a mac should be perfectly fine? Or is there another factor i'm missing.</p>
<p>kyang ure such an idiot. </p>
<p>how the hell does nyu check what version of XP u have. like seriously. they cant</p>
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how the hell does nyu check what version of XP u have. like seriously. they cant
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<p>Actually...they theoretically could check quite easily.</p>
<p>microsoft is able to check when you try to automatic update with xp...</p>
<p>you underestimate the all-knowing powers of microsoft and nyu...it's really not that easy to get away with stuff like that; if you want to use nyu internet, then you have to register with them, and they will know</p>
<p>kyang is right here. While I don't know about the all-knowing powers of Microsoft, NYU ITS Services aren't to be trifled with. ITS staff suspected my roommate of having a virus, and the laptop had to be turned in for a few days while they scanned it (this after my roommate ran Norton and anti-spyware software a few times and found nothing). So in general, it's a good idea not to annoy them - use a legit OS and download the free Norton Antivirus.</p>
<p>5.2 lb notebook a lot? Will that be a 'strain on the shoulder'? I just purchased one....i guess the specs are pretty good....80 Gig hardrive, 1 gig RAM, 1.8 Ghz Pentium M processor.....pretty decent....I thought it was relatively light....it's only 14''. Does anyone have any laptop/notebook with comparable weight to give me an idea???</p>