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hoth17 · 3 Weeks Ago

I need to write a 6 page school paper, and I have chose to write it on the linux v.windows v. mac debate.

This is a college level paper, so please post reasonable arguments. They don't have to be complex/advanced, but just what you like and dislike about OS's and their support levels.

Admins: will you clean the thread up a little if you have the time, but please don't delete the useful posts. thanks!

Example:

Quote:

Originally Posted by ProjecT TimeZ

Anyways, you can talk about how PCs are more "customizable" (i.e. can be built from parts, as opposed to Mac's prebuilt package), be sure to include information about both OSs, the strong and weak points, don't forget to talk about WHY people go either Mac or PC, whatever you do, don't be so biased that you end up like the guy I'm quoting, it's fine to have a preference, and support it with proof, but throwing out comments that aren't true aren't going to get you a good grade. If you need any more help, feel free to shoot me a PM, or reply in this thread.

The points I am planning on making:

first paragraph after into will be about ad campaigns and society's reaction

Macs
Pros
less viruses (for now)
simple UI (kids)
some good graphical design and media design programs

Cons
less upgradable
price
programming
online tech support communities (maybe)

Windows
Pros
Far more programs available
Price
customizable
online tech support communities (maybe)
upgradeable/ able to built with variety
gaming
business
variates
overclocking (not sure if i want to get this in depth with my English teacher

)

Cons
viruses (I will explain about being smart with computers)
required resources
larger learning curve (kids)
variates

Linux will be my conclusion

iquark · 3 Weeks Ago

What level of school paper? Primary, Middle, High, or College?

tNok85 · 3 Weeks Ago

If your teacher is a Mac user, all you need is 6 pages of pretty pictures that show how stylish the Mac is. A plastic report cover sheet will REALLY help too. Also, cut out the Apple logo on the cover sheet. Show some fat guys in glasses and make a big arrow pointing to them that says PC. A+

If your teacher is a PC user, you'll actually have to do some work. Most obvious would be comparing the cost of parts to the cost of the machine in a Mac, and a comparable Dell/HP, and the price difference.

Microsis · 3 Weeks Ago

this thread won't last the night.

GodofGrunts · 3 Weeks Ago

Do something serious. Show how the UNIX kernel is much more stable and safer then the hack job/speghetti code that Microsoft uses for their kernel.

hoth17 · 3 Weeks Ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by Microsis

this thread won't last the night.

I should explain in the OP that I wan treasonable posts.

This is college level and my teacher has no preference.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodofGrunts

Do something serious. Show how the UNIX kernel is much more stable and safer then the hack job/speghetti code that Microsoft uses for their kernel.

good idea! I'll add linux into my paper as my favorite choice.

lob3s · 3 Weeks Ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by tNok85

If your teacher is a Mac user, all you need is 6 pages of pretty pictures that show how stylish the Mac is. A plastic report cover sheet will REALLY help too. Also, cut out the Apple logo on the cover sheet. Show some fat guys in glasses and make a big arrow pointing to them that says PC. A+

Sigged!

88EVGAFTW · 3 Weeks Ago

Can't play Crysis on a MAC os, can't play most games and run most windows apps without some sort of emulation on MAC os. Most MAC PCs are pretty weak, or were prior to about 2005. MAC only has 1 mouse button (until now with the magic mouse and its fake second "button" "

Simple, blow this pic up to poster size and bring it to class

tNok85 · 3 Weeks Ago

Alternatively, you could just let this thread get to 6 pages, print it out, and hand it in.

Actually that would be *awesome*. Then hand in the real one after your teacher flips through it.

GodofGrunts · 3 Weeks Ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoth17

I should explain in the OP that I wan treasonable posts.

This is college level and my teacher has no preference.

good idea! I'll add linux into my paper as my favorite choice.

YAY! You have to post your paper here when you're done.

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