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<blockquote data-quote="analog guy" data-source="post: 711768" data-attributes="member: 64769"><p>Hi!</p><p>I just recently (yesterday) ordered my first Mac -- an 8-core Mac Pro. (I've used Macs for years but have never owned one.) While it only has 2GB RAM now, I will probably move to 6GB in a week, and more later.</p><p></p><p>I am planning to use Boot Camp (to directly boot to another OS when necessary) and I've also purchased a copy of VMWare Fusion (for when emulation is fine).</p><p></p><p>Can you help me decide what version of Windows I should install? What are the key considerations for choosing one over the other?</p><p></p><p>Relevant info:</p><p>1) I don't currently own a spare license of any of the above operating systems, though I do have XP Pro (32-bit) on other PCs.</p><p>2) I'm planning to switch over to native Mac programs I currently use (e.g., Photoshop, Dreamweaver). So... I won't need to transfer my copy of CS2 for the PC to the Mac. (Though would this result in a speed gain?)</p><p>3) I will be doing work on audio files. I've heard Vista can be kind of messy with respect to audio performance.</p><p>4) In the (near) future, I will be editing HD video, though I don't currently own any software for that on the PC, so I might as well go straight to Mac versions.</p><p></p><p>Any arguments for one version over another? I'm inclined to think a 64-bit OS will be best given the 64-bit processors...but maybe it doesn't matter as any software I'd run will probably only be 32-bit (for now).</p><p></p><p>Also, the 64-bit OS's are a bit more expensive.</p><p></p><p>Thanks for any thoughts you have to help me make a decision.</p><p></p><p>Edit to add: In case it's relevant (eg for drivers), I did order the Apple Wireless card (or, rather, chip) and the NVIDIA 8800. Everything else is standard. </p><p></p><p>When I do my audio work, I will use an outboard analog-digital converter. I've not decided on what else I'll use/need. I know the EMU 1616M solutions involve a card that only has Windows drivers, but the fact that it uses a CAT-V connection to a (far-away) A/D converter is appealing. I'd prefer to use something with Mac drivers. I don't really need advice on that in <em>this</em> thread (I'm open to it but don't want to dilute the thread); I only mention it in case it influences thoughts on the version of Windows to install. I imagine the device would not be accessible if running in Windows emulation mode.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="analog guy, post: 711768, member: 64769"] Hi! I just recently (yesterday) ordered my first Mac -- an 8-core Mac Pro. (I've used Macs for years but have never owned one.) While it only has 2GB RAM now, I will probably move to 6GB in a week, and more later. I am planning to use Boot Camp (to directly boot to another OS when necessary) and I've also purchased a copy of VMWare Fusion (for when emulation is fine). Can you help me decide what version of Windows I should install? What are the key considerations for choosing one over the other? Relevant info: 1) I don't currently own a spare license of any of the above operating systems, though I do have XP Pro (32-bit) on other PCs. 2) I'm planning to switch over to native Mac programs I currently use (e.g., Photoshop, Dreamweaver). So... I won't need to transfer my copy of CS2 for the PC to the Mac. (Though would this result in a speed gain?) 3) I will be doing work on audio files. I've heard Vista can be kind of messy with respect to audio performance. 4) In the (near) future, I will be editing HD video, though I don't currently own any software for that on the PC, so I might as well go straight to Mac versions. Any arguments for one version over another? I'm inclined to think a 64-bit OS will be best given the 64-bit processors...but maybe it doesn't matter as any software I'd run will probably only be 32-bit (for now). Also, the 64-bit OS's are a bit more expensive. Thanks for any thoughts you have to help me make a decision. Edit to add: In case it's relevant (eg for drivers), I did order the Apple Wireless card (or, rather, chip) and the NVIDIA 8800. Everything else is standard. When I do my audio work, I will use an outboard analog-digital converter. I've not decided on what else I'll use/need. I know the EMU 1616M solutions involve a card that only has Windows drivers, but the fact that it uses a CAT-V connection to a (far-away) A/D converter is appealing. I'd prefer to use something with Mac drivers. I don't really need advice on that in [I]this[/I] thread (I'm open to it but don't want to dilute the thread); I only mention it in case it influences thoughts on the version of Windows to install. I imagine the device would not be accessible if running in Windows emulation mode. [/QUOTE]
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