Tablet PC

Destructive · Destructive #1 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 07:00 AM

So, my dad is getting a tablet PC. He said if I wanted to, I could give him my mac and he would give me the tablet PC.

I've never really used windows, so I dont know what its like. I do really like mac os x, but I was wondering if there's any advantage to having mac os x over vista or vice versa. I'm mainly using this for school use, so a screen you can write on would be great for taking notes and such.

Also, is there a mac tablet available?

Aptmunich · Aptmunich #2 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 07:41 AM

The only Mac tablet is a modded Macbook by Axiotron called "modbook".

It's a bit pricey though.

I'd say OS X vs. Vista is a matter of personal preference. If you've never used Vista before, I'd try it on your MBP before you make a decision.

Both OS's have their merits, but I'd guess the majority of users here would prefer OS X over Vista.

lifeisabeach · lifeisabeach #3 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 10:27 AM

If you are already used to using a Mac, by no means would I burden myself with switching to Windows (good gawd... that's just an inconceivable act!). Do you REALLY want to dive head-first into an OS reknown for its vulnerability to viruses, spyware-infestation, and general bugginess? As a switcher who long was "comfortable" using Windows and dealing with its issues, I for one won't ever switch back.

PerryLynch · PerryLynch #4 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 12:28 PM

As a long-term windows user (Windows 3.0, 3.11, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2K, XP, 2k3, and Vista), I can give you one bit of advice: Keep the Mac. Ignore the pretty gadget and keep your solid and reliable MBP.

Good luck,
Perry

The Vindicat3d · The Vindicat3d #5 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 02:03 PM

Doesn't sound like a fair deal to me...

louishen · louishen #6 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 03:37 PM

ask to have a play on his tablet PC, chances are you will stick to the mac

Why is he buying a tablet PC when he wants your mac, he should get his own

Destructive · Destructive #7 (**permalink**)

01-28-2008, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by louishen

ask to have a play on his tablet PC, chances are you will stick to the mac

Why is he buying a tablet PC when he wants your mac, he should get his own

He doesn't "want" my mac. He's letting me choose if I want the tablet or keep my mac.

When he gets it, I guess I"ll try it out and all. I'll make my decision then I guess.

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Member Since: Sep 24, 2007 Posts: 235 Mac Specs: 17" MacBook Pro 4GB	01-28-2008, 12:28 PM As a long-term windows user (Windows 3.0, 3.11, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2K, XP, 2k3, and Vista), I can give you one bit of advice: Keep the Mac. Ignore the pretty gadget and keep your solid and reliable MBP. Good luck, Perry Perry M Lynch, CISSP CISA Mac Newbie, Security not-so-newbie
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Member Since: Jul 07, 2007 Location: Baltimore Posts: 137 Mac Specs: iPod Video\| 15" MacBook Pro \| iPod Shuffle	01-28-2008, 07:00 AM So, my dad is getting a tablet PC. He said if I wanted to, I could give him my mac and he would give me the tablet PC. I've never really used windows, so I dont know what its like. I do really like mac os x, but I was wondering if there's any advantage to having mac os x over vista or vice versa. I'm mainly using this for school use, so a screen you can write on would be great for taking notes and such. Also, is there a mac tablet available?
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