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Which Mac should I purchase?
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<blockquote data-quote="mcbrew" data-source="post: 1181606" data-attributes="member: 191366"><p>Kevin, I just upgraded from a 1-year-old HP/Compaq notebook to a Mac Mini. I had nothing but problems with the PC. I had to restore it twice to get rid of malware and other conflicts. It still runs a lot slower than when it was new and gets bogged down when editing photos.</p><p></p><p>Since you posted in the "desktops" forum, I am guessing that you use your notebook like I use mine -- at a desk. I really like the Mac Mini because it can hook up to my 46" flat screen TV in the living room (where I am now), and also to a flat screen computer monitor that I have from a couple years ago (I bought the Apple VGA adapter). The Mini is small enough that moving it around is super-easy. I have the cordless keyboard and cordless super mouse, so there are only two connections: power cord and HDMI cable (or VGA cable). I am looking for a travel case for it currently.</p><p></p><p>I have even started using it for watching Netflix movies because it is easier to deal with than my PS3. For some reason, when I watch Netflix on the PS3, I have to change the aspect ratio on my TV... but with the Mini, it fills the screen correctly every time.</p><p></p><p>Since I edit large photos and do a bit of video rendering, I purchased 8 gigs of RAM (aftermarket) for $109. I haven't received it yet, though. </p><p></p><p>Anyway, you might need more processing power or a larger built-in hard drive than the Mac Mini offers, but it is working out great as a replacement for my stationary notebook computer.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mcbrew, post: 1181606, member: 191366"] Kevin, I just upgraded from a 1-year-old HP/Compaq notebook to a Mac Mini. I had nothing but problems with the PC. I had to restore it twice to get rid of malware and other conflicts. It still runs a lot slower than when it was new and gets bogged down when editing photos. Since you posted in the "desktops" forum, I am guessing that you use your notebook like I use mine -- at a desk. I really like the Mac Mini because it can hook up to my 46" flat screen TV in the living room (where I am now), and also to a flat screen computer monitor that I have from a couple years ago (I bought the Apple VGA adapter). The Mini is small enough that moving it around is super-easy. I have the cordless keyboard and cordless super mouse, so there are only two connections: power cord and HDMI cable (or VGA cable). I am looking for a travel case for it currently. I have even started using it for watching Netflix movies because it is easier to deal with than my PS3. For some reason, when I watch Netflix on the PS3, I have to change the aspect ratio on my TV... but with the Mini, it fills the screen correctly every time. Since I edit large photos and do a bit of video rendering, I purchased 8 gigs of RAM (aftermarket) for $109. I haven't received it yet, though. Anyway, you might need more processing power or a larger built-in hard drive than the Mac Mini offers, but it is working out great as a replacement for my stationary notebook computer. [/QUOTE]
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