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^ Find out what SW he specifically needs to use to decide between Mac or PC. Both platforms will do the things most ppl need to do on a computer. When it gets down to specialty SW, you need to do some research. The Mac world is a lot smaller than the PC world.
Apple did a fine job on the Macbook (I can only talk about the new one). Those who call it just a fashion item obviously have never used one to do any real work. That said, a PC will get the job done fine, no frills. And you can find hacked apps a lot easier on a PC. The mac is expensive, so ppl should really try it out to see whether it's worth more to them. It is a nicer toy so that could be all that's needed for some.
IMO, as a packaged deal, Macbook Pro > PC Laptop.
For example:
Bootup: I close the lid and it goes to sleep. I need to use it: I open the lid and it wakes up the way I left it. It's quiet and there's no boot up time. I haven't shut that sucker down in ages.
Battery: It's officially a 7-hour battery. You'll probably get 5 for normal work (not videos, etc). It means I don't carry a charger around with me and hunt for an outlet like I did with my Thinkpad.
And so on.. there's other good and bad.
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