[NTLUG:Discuss] Re: Mac v. Linux

[Ralph Green, Jr.]

Howdy,

On Thu, 2005-06-09 at 07:03 -0700, Fred wrote:
> So, as I understand it from this thread, I can have a unix-like os in
> a cool case that has a really neat gui that runs proprietary apps for
  Sure, there are expensive proprietary apps.  But, there are lots of
free apps for OSX, too.  In fact, the free apps have done everything I
need and I have never had to buy an app for OSX.  Many Linux apps have
been ports to OSX.  And this really cool case Mac only cost $75.
According to a Mac expert I talked to, that is a decent price, and about
what they are going for.

 I think OSX has a place.  But, I don't think it will ultimately be more
than a niche market, as compared to Linux.  OSX is nice, It has
advantages and disadvantages as compared to Linux.  For certain
applications, it excels.  But, given a choice of operating systems for
day in and day out usage, I have no doubt about choosing Linux.

Good day,
Ralph