why compare? the operating system is a prevalent part of

Why Compare?Why Compare? The operating system is a

prevalent part of computing. Layer of interaction between

hardware and software. Determines how effectively you

can complete tasks you need to do.

Areas to Look IntoAreas to Look Into

HardwareHardware

SoftwareSoftware

UsabilityUsability

NetworkingNetworking

SecuritySecurity SupportSupport

“More than 4,000 Applications are available for Mac OS X” – Apple Website

There are countless applications that are available for Microsoft Windows XP. There are 1,875 products that have been tested by Microsoft.

SoftwareSoftware

SoftwareSoftware

HardwareHardware

Processors Memory Peripherals

HardwareHardware

Processors Memory Peripherals

• RISC versus CISC?

• Technology Advances

Athlon 1.6GHz MP

Athlon 1.6GHz XP

Pentium P4 2GHz XP

Power Mac G4 1.25GHz MP

Power Mac G4 1.00GHz MP

HardwareHardware

Processors Memory Peripherals

• RD versus SD RAM?

• Differences in Cache?

• What can I add to my Computer?

HardwareHardware

Processors Memory Peripherals

NetworkingNetworking Ethernet IEEE 802.11b Standard / Airport Bluetooth

SecuritySecurity Virus Vulnerabilities Network Login Security

UsabilityUsability Apple’s main focus Usability Microsoft has made vast improvements

UsabilityUsability

UsabilityUsability

UsabilityUsability

SupportSupport Windows XP

Help and Support Center Mac OS

AppleCare

ConclusionConclusion Brief Overview of…

Software Hardware Networking Security Usability Support

Which OS is better?

Any Questions?Any Questions?