I finally got a Mac computer

[mvd]

First time I could afford it. It is a 13-inch screen MacBook Air laptop. Pretty good price at Best Buy of $1,049. Whet a difference! No crashes so far, no slowness, works well with my other Apple devices, and tons of features. I just put Avira's free AV on with the built in firewall. But probably don't even need the AV. I recommend others use Mac if they can.

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

1. I've been using Apple computers since the late '80s.

I've always been satisfied. They aren't perfect and they tend to be more expensive than the ones that use Windows, but overall I've liked them a whole lot better than the POS PCs I had to use at my old job.

[mvd]

2. I've had to adjust a bit since I have always used Windows, but..

I have learned more quickly than thought. Apple has a lot of articles to guide me through.

[Eyeball_Kid]

3. There aren't a lot of issues with the Mac OS.

As far are viruses are concerned, I'll occasionally get a spate of virus patches sent as attachments to emails. The ClamXAV app I have gets rid of them immediately. Nice app. It only happens about twice a year. That's it.

[mvd]

4. Thanks, any tips are appreciated

[thinkingagain]

5. Mac only way to go

Had one since my Dad who was a big Apple fan gave me an apple 2c mid 90s
Won't buy anything else

[Skittles]

15. since i've never had one and I do just fine

no, there are other "ways to go"

[thinkingagain]

16. Sorry Yes

I guess I should have added "for me"
Have a beautiful day

[enough]

6. You might like to know there's a Mac users group on DU.

I've gotten very good advice there over the years.

[mvd]

7. I'll check it out

[skylucy]

8. I love my Mac. It is sitting on my lap right now.

[Trust Buster]

9. I switched to a Mac a couple of years ago and never looked back. The OS is much better than

Microsoft. The marketing manipulation does not exist like on Microsoft and I've never had a virus using Mac. Good for you.....enjoy.

[True Dough]

10. I have rarely used Macs over the past few decades

Every time I do it just doesn't seem intuitive. People tell me to give it time, but I'm too impatient. PCs have always been my friend (other than the occasional virus).

[mvd]

11. I understand. But the Mac just seems to fit me more

I've had so many problems with Windows. I can see how Mac or Windows can feel right to an individual.

[True Dough]

12. Glad you're enjoying it, mvd

I compare it to going Nikon or Canon for photographers. I've always been a Canon guy.

There are many others camera systems out there, of course, but those are the big two.

[Sherman A1]

13. Good news

Enjoy! 👍

[we can do it]

14. Glad you got it!

Been on macs since 1990.

[NightWatcher]

17. Once you go Mac you never go back (to windows)

[UTUSN]

18. Dang, a grand for 13"? Well, I'm curious about "Mac"s because the aficionados market so much