Computer Hope
Software => Apple => Topic started by: EEVIAC on April 25, 2010, 01:01:45 AM
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What's the least expensive Mac computer you can get ?
I would like to get a Mac computer only so I can learn my way around the OS. I don't need it for anything special..
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You could probably install Mac OSX in a virtual machine on your Windows PC.
If you're really looking to buy a mac, the cheapest mac laptop would be the MacBook:
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_mac/family/macbook?mco=OTY2ODEwOQ
It's currently priced at $999. If you are a high-school/university student (or teacher), you may be applicable for Apple's student discount.
I myself am getting a 15-inch MacBook Pro - currently en-route. A little bit more expensive... $2000....
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You could probably install Mac OSX in a virtual machine on your Windows PC.
legally ? :)
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Yes I'm pretty sure.
I know VMWare has a Mac OSX option in their Virtual PC drop-down menu. You just need to provide the disc.
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cool 8)
I've never been big on virtual machines. Are there any free versions of VMware ?
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I dont know of any, sorry.
Have a look for free ones on Google - or even free trials:
http://www.snapfiles.com/downloadfind.php?action=s&search.x=0&search.y=0&st=virtual+pc
http://www.google.com.hk/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=virtual+pc+free+trial&meta=&aq=f&aqi=g10&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=
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I know VMWare has a Mac OSX option in their Virtual PC drop-down menu. You just need to provide the disc.
No it doesn't. In order to install OS X you need to select FreeBSD, and even then it's a struggle to get working.
And it's not legal to install mac OS on anything that is not Apple branded. It's against the EULA.
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Oh really? Thanks BC.
Just checked VMWare. They don't support Mac. Could've sworn I saw the option there.....
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Oh really? Thanks BC.
Just checked VMWare. They don't support Mac. Could've sworn I saw the option there.....
Well.. they don't <support> mac... but it's still possible to get it working.. .but there are so many issues with it when run in a VM it's almost never worth the trouble.
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I meant as a default OS configuration, but yeah.
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Geez, I can't afford to pay 1000 bucks for one of those. I was hoping I could get some practice in before I got a job, so I wouldn't have to think too hard while being trained. I guess I'll have to settle for a good 'ol Mac repair/maintenance book, or something..
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Geez, I can't afford to pay 1000 bucks for one of those.
That's only if you need a laptop. You can get a Mac desktop for $599. See: http://www.apple.com/macmini/
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That's only if you need a laptop. You can get a Mac desktop for $599. See: http://www.apple.com/macmini/
Or, he could stick his hand in a blender and save himself the $599.
(haha, sorry, couldn't resist the opportunity for the jab)
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go to powermax.com or macmall.com for cheap mac laptops. If you have an education discount, you will probably get a new macbook for around $900? Otherwise, search for the macmall website, they have great deals on anything apple.
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If your objective as stated is to only learn your way around the Apple O/S then i don't see why you need to go where the big bucks will be necessary. There are many Apple desktop models that can be purchased very inexpensively. I have 4 in the house all with OSX (leopard) and i did not pay more than $100.00 for any of them--in fact one was a G4 at $2.00.truenorth
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If your objective as stated is to only learn your way around the Apple O/S then i don't see why you need to go where the big bucks will be necessary. There are many Apple desktop models that can be purchased very inexpensively. I have 4 in the house all with OSX (leopard) and i did not pay more than $100.00 for any of them--in fact one was a G4 at $2.00.truenorth
You now have me very interested. Where did you get these, ebay?
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One was from a Compusa store in Atlanta (it was their training tool for store staff) and they closed that store. That was the one that was $100.00. All others came from garage sales or church sales. All work. truenorth
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Ok, if your looking to get mac os, ONLY...then you can use a program called virtualbox...if your looking into buying mac..i wouldnt go with a pc with just the OS on it...i would deffinatly recomend a macbook...if you prefer it new then yes you will be looking at 1000+ however look on ebay or your local craigslist.