Apple will always cost more, as they make their own hardware and software—there is no competition on their products. Nice computers though, but not as functional because most software is made for the PC. I do not mean to discourage the purchase of an Apple for anyone, just stating facts. Most people won’t miss the software that PCs have that Apple does not. It is a big deal for hardcore gamers...
However, a Windows based computer shouldn’t get viruses, either. The home user is much more prone to a virus than the corporate user, because most corporate computers install a corporate image of the operating system without all the bloatware and the corporate network will impose policies that keep the computers safe. If you treated your home network as you would a corporate network you probably wouldn’t be getting most viruses.
I think I’ll write a guide on preventing viruses at home...
I don’t know what to say AB
I purchased Norton, I backup....I do play a lot of games, but I can play the same games on my Kindle.
I am on the Internet a lot.
I don’t do x-rated sites.
I estimate I’ve had about five serious virus in as many years.
I’d sure like to know what I’m doing wrong.
Having spent countless hours cleaning up my laptop PC and paying to have the hard drive fixed on my desk PC, I can only comment that my Chromebook has been a joy to use.
My Chromebook is by far the fastest computer to get online. I have no virus issues nor do I have to upgrade the OS or programs on it. Using Google I also have my bookmarks synced automatically and the one program for email.
When it’s time to replace my laptop, I plan on getting a ChromeBox instead. Unless there’s a program you have to have or your heavy into gaming, it just works better than anything I’ve used in the past. And, I don’t have to pay Apple or Microsoft one dime.
The free Malwarebytes seems to work OK for me.