Paul asks…
questions regarding MACBOOK (white) (not pro or air)….answer only if u own one!!?
since so many ppl r suggesting macbooks….i am considering to buy 1….but since i have never used a mac and always used windows…i have certain questions be4 i buy one…sum of these questions may sound silly or stupid….but pls answer any of them as u like…or feel free to give any type of comment regarding macbook….
note- this question is regarding only macbook (white 1) and not macbook pro or air!!
1. does mackbook have time machine like pro and air?
2. does it have an antivirus software….if so which 1 and is it a trial 1 (then for how long) or a full version!!
3. i heard it doesn’t have microsoft office…instead it has something else…what is it and is it a trial 1 too???….do i have to buy the full version later??…i have never bought mic office when i used windows…i always downloaded different trial versions from online….if in case of mac its a trial 1…then can one download trial versions online??…..is it same as microsoft word, powerpoint and excel….i mean can i do graphs and charts everything here??<—– i am always needing these since i have to do my assignments and everything using these…so this question is very imp for me.
4. in windows, we create folders and keep our files there….or there are folders like documents, pics and music….where do u store files in a mac??
5. since it is a apple company product….can i download applications here like apple iopd or apple iphone??
6. can i use windows media player on mac?….i no they have itunes but still!!
7. i have transferred all my files from windows to an external hard drive….files like microsoft word/powerpoint files etc….can i open these files on mac without buying any other softwares!!!
8. does it have bluetooth/infrared/WLAN???
9. what do u think are the pros and cons regarding this macbook (according to u)??
10. comment anything abt it!!:)
i am struck between this macbook and sony vaio…which one wud u prefer??….i just want something i can use for my uni works and assignments…listen to music…watch movies…browse and chat….keep all my pics and music safe…..and a long battery life…!!
u don’t need to answer all…u can answer or tell me anything abt macbook u want…i just don’t want to waste my money over nothing!!….ty in advance for reading:)
admin answers:
1) yes
2) you dont really need one considering people dont really create viruses for macs. However with newer interest in these machines the need is arising. I wouldn’t worry too much about it. (i’ve run my windows computer for 3 years and havn’t gotten a virus. Just dont be stupid about the internet and you’ll be fine).
3) you can purchase or download microsoft office. (best option, almost a necessity for uni students)
4) its the exact same thing. You can create and rename folders as you please. Just as in windows.
5) you can use any program that is compatible with the operating system. Obviously itunes and the “apple software” will be compatible.
6) there is no point. Itunes is superior when it comes to almost everything. It also uses less processing power in the background (saving your battery life)
7) files are files, find the program that can open them and you’ll be fine. You will most likely need office for mac though (microsoft). 
yes yes and yes. But almost anything with a keyboard and battery does. (bluetooth is really useless on a laptop)
9) they are amazing, the battery life is unparallelled (sony’s is terrible) and you’re spending alot of really good hardware. A computer for 1300 from alienware would be a much better alternative if you want to stick to windows though… You arent paying JUST for the apple name. You’re paying for the best processors on the market from intel.
10) apple has a great support system for people switching. Look at the tutorial videos on how to use a mac and see what you think of the operating system (apples website). I would also suggest looking at alienware computers. They are great too… You might want to research computer hardware to see what you’re actually paying for before you jump to buy a new laptop 
James asks…
Fujitsu tab pc lifebook t901 VS MacBook Air VS toshiba protege series?
Hi. I am going to major in banking and finance in uni and need to choose one of those abovementioned laptops. Main uses include word, PowerPoint, excel. In ur opinion, which is lightest, fastest( open many windows w/o lagging), has long battery life.
Price- not much issue
Branding– mac is obviously branded. Toshiba and fujitsu less branded but (I’ve checked) is made in Japan and will be more durable. Mac, however, is made in Chna so there remains some questions on it’s durability.
So, which would u recommend?
Thanks in advance for your help
It would really help if I got advice by tomorrow.
admin answers:
Macbook air 13 inch. Its small, its light, its fast and with 7 hours of battery . Http://www.apple.com/macbookair/specs.html
David asks…
Macbook original, air or pro? (13 inch)?
I am 13 and getting a macbook of some type…i will need it thru till high school and i need it to be good for everything school.i should have great battery life and great for traveling ..i only really need the 13 inch but that could change…i am a google sketchup fan so i need it to be good with that stuff and overall good for my age and situation..but which one??
also: good wifi and i undertsand that these are all overall exceedingly good laptops!
PLUS:
***please don’t just answer saying ex. pro sucks
i need some reasons and pros and cons
the more reasons the more likely you will have best answer
THANKS!
also: good wifi and i undertsand that these are all overall exceedingly good laptops!
PLUS:
***please don’t just answer saying ex. pro sucks
i need some reasons and pros and cons
the more reasons the more likely you will have best answer
THANKS!
admin answers:
Based on your situation, I’d say you should go with the 13 inch macbook pro. The air costs a lot with a lot less performance than the 13 inch pro. The only other contender is the 13 inch macbook, but for 200$ more you get .13 GHz more of processor, DDR3 RAM instead of the macbook’s DDR2 RAM, a 7 hour battery as opposed to the macbook’s 5 hour battery(plus the macbook pro’s battery can last up to 1000 charges, roughly 5 years), a backlit keyboard, a higher color gamut display, and the awesome aluminum unibody. Definitely go with the 13 inch macbook pro.
Lizzie asks…
Why does my new MacBook Pro 13″ battery die so quickly?
- screen is ALWAYS dimmed at 1 notch above black.
- my keyboard is NEVER backlit.
- I don’t use bluetooth or any USB connected devices.
- I always hide programs I’m using and don’t keep unnecessary ones running. Mostly only use Pages, Preview, Safari, & Stickies simultaneously.
- Always put my computer to sleep when I’m not using it.
It says my battery is 85% charged with 2:26 remaining. I am completely baffled!
Does using the internet/Air Port/Wifi often really have THAT big of an effect on battery life?
I just checked the actual battery time (ignoring time remaining) and its pretty accurate…unfortunately.
I last checked at 11:45 and 1hr20min later the battery is down to 40%! (it says 1:07 remaining).
admin answers:
Its a defect in the model. Apple reported this problem as few months back. You are going to have to contact Apple since the battery cannot be removed. Only they can fix it. Wifi does have a very big effect but Apple advertises a 6 hr minimum battery life on the new Macbook Pros so something is wrong with yours. My Dell XPS can last 3 hours with no Wifi and 2 hours with it.
Joseph asks…
Macbook 2010 Pro/Air or Alienware M11x for College?
1) I am majoring in business marketing (doesnt know if that matters) but I have been thinking over the 3 laptops for a long time now. I have done research on both and they both seem really good, but the only complaint i have with the Macs is that they are just way to overpriced.
2) People say that the battery life is just ok, that it can go 3 hrs without charge and some people complained that the M11x is that the hinge on it can easily break. (but idk if thats true considering all their laptops are all heavy duty).
3) I plan on web browsing and checking emails, Using Microsoft office, playing games like “Rift” ect. So If you guys can help out I would really appreciate it! =].
admin answers:
1) Both are overpriced, but with the best equipped Alienware M17X R3 you can get the basic model of Macbook Pro 17″. -_-’
2)That thing was fixed a while ago
3)For gaming either Pro or M11X (but since you are considereng Pro, why not M15X? Because Intel’s HD graphics are not that brilliant for gaming at all (which 13″ Pro has)).
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