BIG--> Why do MAC's tend to have less issues than PC's ???

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I did not read all the threads so if someone else has posted this answer then excuse me.

From my understanding in PCs, I would suppose this means Microsoft, the architecture is open to software designers. This is good if you want lots of programs based on your operating system but invites hackers and viruses. Mac's architecture as far as I know is still closed. Those who want to create a program must first consult with Mac. This results in fewer issues with viruses but also a smaller selection of software.
 
rimisrandma said:
My basic idea is to buy a really decked out laptop. That way I could at least avoid errors linked to a crappy computer performance that you would get buy buying crap. Now, based on that, I was looking into the Rain, PCaudiolab, and ADK custom audio computers. I have a couple of computer tech buddies and they brought up something that made me think--> Are the custom pc guys simply putting a good spec system together and then making money off the package OR are they putting something "special" together that you really couldn't find/get anywhere else?? This leads to another question, would I really be doing the wrong thing if I looked at their specs and tried to find a similar spec model in a Toshiba or Asus like I originally was thinking and with a budget in mind of something like 1500 to 2000 dollars (or would I be hard pressed to do the same thing in an ASUS or Toshiba as the Rain, PCaudiolabs, and ADK offer??)??
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This is one last thing from my last post that is stuck in my mind and I don't know what to think about it. Basically concerning will the ADK, PCaudiolabs, or Rain custom computers outperforming anything I could similar spec out on my own in a laptop?? I don't mind spending the money, but would I be spending money on something I really could look for on my own instead of just handing money over because I can't compare specs... or is there something they are doing that I would not know about or am overlooking???
 
I did not read all the threads so if someone else has posted this answer then excuse me.

From my understanding in PCs, I would suppose this means Microsoft, the architecture is open to software designers. This is good if you want lots of programs based on your operating system but invites hackers and viruses. Mac's architecture as far as I know is still closed. Those who want to create a program must first consult with Mac. This results in fewer issues with viruses but also a smaller selection of software.
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That's mostly all wrong. Windows is proprietary. There are free programming languages available for the Windows platform but if you want to tie into Microsoft's API's (Direct X and such) You gotta pay a license fee. Mac OSX is not much different except that the underlying bits of the OS are based on BSD which is open but the front end API's are still proprietary. So in reality there isn't much open about either.
The reason why windows is open to hackers and viruses is due to market share. Anyone who claims otherwise is just fulling you full of anecdotal conundrum. By your paradigm, an open OS would be more vulnerable to malware simply because more people have access to the underlying code. Linux and the various flavors of BSD proves this wrong because they don't suffer from the problems that Windows does. Macs are less vulnerable simply because of a much lower consumer market share. Think: If you were a sniper and wanted to shoot a bunch of people would you sit in a tree in the woods or on a skyscraper in Manhattan?
 
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This is one last thing from my last post that is stuck in my mind and I don't know what to think about it. Basically concerning will the ADK, PCaudiolabs, or Rain custom computers outperforming anything I could similar spec out on my own in a laptop?? I don't mind spending the money, but would I be spending money on something I really could look for on my own instead of just handing money over because I can't compare specs... or is there something they are doing that I would not know about or am overlooking???
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The amount of processing power you are talking about isn't going to make a difference. Your saying you need a car to drive yourself a mile to work everyday - should you buy a Volkswagon or a Porche? The "outperforming" aspect is really irrelevant since any of those machines has way more than enough power to run recording / DAW software...

What would you compare? The software will run the same on any of those machines as long as they have decent processors and ram...
 
well it is not that simple, if you like to run a lot of virtual instruments you need more ram than if you simply runa sequencer and some loops. It is always wise to speak to a specialist, both ADK Pro Audio and PCAudiolabs do this for a living and know what you need for what you want to do. It is however true that many good standart configurations can provide you with enough power to do what most musicians want to do. I have worked with both MAC and PCs now since ages. the advantage of a custom DAW from let's say ADK is that they test the components and match them together. If you talk to an expert you will find out that even a simple thing such as a graphic card has several release and sub release versions and all perform differently. That has been the secret even for HP or DELL computers (and all the other big brands) as they order a specific version of a mainboard or component that works well with the targeted end product. Apple does the same on a even bigger scale (as they have far less models than any other brand) at a higher price for you as the end customer. ADk for example (as my current favorite) test components based on the specific needs for a DAW they test install and decide then what to use/ offer.

I personally got burned many times with my self made assembly back in the days as I did not know better. customer DAWs are affordable these days.

My thoughts as a pro for you guys...
 
I am a user of both. I prefer mac, but only for a few reasons..

1) Osx is VERRRRY user friendly (Windows has to much bull shit to deal with [IMO])
2)You have to admit... they look sexy.

That is all.

Drew
 
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Really? Who said???

The first thing you need to do is to dismiss the notion that one is better or more or less capable than the other for recording and understand that no matter which platform you choose, it's only a tool to accomplish a task.

I've recently been attending the free home recording workshops at Guitar Center and one point they make is that most all of the software programs have the same functions and features....regardless of the platform. Though a beginner myself, I'm beginning to see that's true. During the classes, the various features and functions of Garage Band are explained but it's also pointed out that virtually any software should be able to do the same thing, it's just a different approach to accomplish it.

As someone stated earlier, Windows OS's have to work with EVERY hardware manufacturer form A to Z and attempt to allow their hardware to work, the MAC OS has a very limited number of manufacturers supplying hardware to VERY exacting specifications so. unforseen technical issues are kept to a minimum.

IMHO......I'd agree that the MAC appears to have less issues but, I'd bet if you were to calculate the actual percentages for comparison sake, I'd be willing to bet that the two would be pretty close in that regard.
 
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