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<blockquote data-quote="Aptmunich" data-source="post: 62171" data-attributes="member: 3850"><p>No, most devices today are plug 'n play for both operating systems...</p><p></p><p>Just be advised though: If you have an older printer that doesn't have a USB connector, bear in mind that mac's no longer have a LPT1 port...(old connection).</p><p></p><p>Things like zip drives, cameras, external harddrives etc all work seamlessly though...</p><p></p><p>I was in the same situation as you were and my advise is to just take the plunge.</p><p>As desolateone said, the apps ARE different, but in my opinion they're also better.</p><p></p><p>Everything is more intuitive and working with your computer is generally more enjoyable (at least for me). I haven't had any software or hardware issues (i.e. not being able to find a mac equivalent for PC software) and most things are actually easier to get done.</p><p></p><p></p><p>For example: (not sure if this is 100% accurate, but is my basic experience)</p><p></p><p>To install a USB printer under windows, plug it in and windows will pop up an installation window, automatically finds the correct drivers, installs them, and you're ready to print a document.</p><p></p><p>To install a USB printer under OSX, plug it in. And you're ready to print a document.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Aptmunich, post: 62171, member: 3850"] No, most devices today are plug 'n play for both operating systems... Just be advised though: If you have an older printer that doesn't have a USB connector, bear in mind that mac's no longer have a LPT1 port...(old connection). Things like zip drives, cameras, external harddrives etc all work seamlessly though... I was in the same situation as you were and my advise is to just take the plunge. As desolateone said, the apps ARE different, but in my opinion they're also better. Everything is more intuitive and working with your computer is generally more enjoyable (at least for me). I haven't had any software or hardware issues (i.e. not being able to find a mac equivalent for PC software) and most things are actually easier to get done. For example: (not sure if this is 100% accurate, but is my basic experience) To install a USB printer under windows, plug it in and windows will pop up an installation window, automatically finds the correct drivers, installs them, and you're ready to print a document. To install a USB printer under OSX, plug it in. And you're ready to print a document. [/QUOTE]
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