Thinking of getting a new Mac

[terrapin]

I have never really used a MAC regularly - always a PC for Access, Outlook, Excel, etc. If I get a MAC, is the transition an easy one or is there a big learning curve?

[scottjf8]

It's very easy these days... you can also use VMware or Parallels to run Windows if you need.

[harleygold]

I'm hoping to get a new imac in a week or two. Can't wait!

[dturner]

The transition will be a very easy and smooth one. After a few hours of use you will wonder why you didn't do it sooner. I know I did. I was a windows user for way too many years before making the switch.

[terrapin]

can you run windows for free ona mac or o you need to purchase additional sw?

[acosmichippo]

You will have to purchase a copy of windows.

[scottjf8]

Originally Posted by acosmichippo

You will have to purchase a copy of windows.

And most likely Parallels or VMware Fusion, unless you want to reboot to run Windows via Bootcamp.

New version of Fusion comes out next week, so I'd wait if you are thinking of going that route.

[Napoleon_PhoneApart]

Which is the best virtual environment for running Windows, in your opinions?

[scottjf8]

Originally Posted by Napoleon_PhoneApart

Which is the best virtual environment for running Windows, in your opinions?

I use Fusion

[acosmichippo]

second on VMware. it works much more smoothly than Parallels.