Do I Need An Apple?

I'm becoming less and less pleased with Microsoft Windows. Software that is difficult to use. Constant updates to patch yet another glitch. Lack of forthright support (try help in Microsoft paint to see how to change the color of a portion of a picture for example). A browser that can be so problematic that some IT professionals will suggest you use other browsers such as Mozilla's Firefox. And, most recently, a perception that Microsoft is making it difficult to work with other resources especially those supplied by Google (and I for one am becoming more and more a user of Google resources).

Over the years I've met Apple users, and all seem happy with their system. Recently I've noted that many information technology professionals use Apple computers. So is it time for me to go that way? What do you think? I've put a survey at the top of the blog in the right column. It's available through September. If you own an Apple, or if you own a PC using Microsoft Windows, please check your preference in the survey. If you'd like to comment on your preference or on this post, you can click on the comment button at the bottom of this post.

About me: Dan Pelley is a Rhode Island-based educator with a diverse background. He has been a warehouse man, delivery driver, machine operator, janitor, soldier, cost accountant, system analyst, consultant, money dealer, marketer, chief financial officer, chief operating officer, and member of several boards of directors. He attributes his success in educating first-line managers to the fact that he always remembers where he came from. He also believes that most people are capable of professional growth if they are willing to learn what they need to know and do what is necessary to advance their careers.

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