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Advantages: LCD Screen; extremely quiet; operating system in a class of its own; supplied with iLife 08
Disadvantages: supplied as standard with 1GB RAM - this is not enough

There are two factors to consider when, as a previous PC user you are considering purchasing an iMac for the first time 1) The hardware 2) The software And only one factor to consider when, as a previous Mac user you are looking to upgrade to the latest generation iMac 1) The hardware So let's talk about the hardware first: In a word, it's a fantastic piece of kit. Its quiet (very quiet), the screen is absolutely stunning, the remote control ...
...well, the idea of having a USB port on the side of the keyboard is a great one and again very useful, the mouse is surprisingly good for an included mouse although the buttons on the side of the mouse are in an awkward position but that could just be me I am not sure whether I should class this has a hardware issue or a software issue but 1GB of RAM is simply not enough RAM to run Mac OS X Leopard... I found the machine disappointingly slow when ... Read review

Advantages: Lightning fast, running Mac OS X, 24in screen
Disadvantages: Couldn't find any...

...technical details, all can be easily accessed through Apple website just want to say that buying IMac was one of the best decisions that I've made...highly recommend it to anyone who likes to have things done quickly and efficiently... And yes, you can run Windows on it as well... ... Read review

Advantages: Lots and lots - too many to mention.
Disadvantages: A new one came out

I love my iMac. I have been a PC person all of my life, but now i am converted. The only downside is that within three months of getting it a new (very, very, very beautfil) model was launched - oh well that's the risk when you buy any technology now a days. I love the big bright screen, the amazing graphics and the superb operating system that just rocks. My wife uses the iMac for her photography work and the processor eats up anything she demands ...
...made a big difference when you have lots of applications running. I work on PCs at work and the Microsoft stuff is completely compatible with the PC stuff which means there are no issues in operating two systems. Also, if you get Leopard you can run Boot vamp and the iMac can be a mac and a pc. ... Read review

Advantages: PERFORMS WELL
Disadvantages: COSTLY.

The hp Compaq stunned my mind when I heard its ability to deliver proven technology. I have some influence on deciding on which type of computer hardware or software to purchase in office. The PC device comes with dual core technology type and the dual core simply means that the PC is capable of having more than one processor and it has advantages over those PCs that have only one processor because it is quite faster and can process numerous in ...
...use for my office work. HP has proven their competence on making computer hard wares including printers that I regard one of the best in the market currently. Well getting this in my household would cost me quite some money because this is an office use. Since I am now in need of such PC, I think of making savings for it. Its company manual description is detailed very well and quite easy to understand and use. From what I have read from the manual, ... Read review

Advantages: No bugs, major crashes, fast and loads of fun!
Disadvantages: Can't think of any....

I was absolutely blown away by this little computer! My partner, who is a graphic designer, bought this to replace the PC we had and as soon as I got on it I was away! It is so user friendly and easy to navigate. I have learned so much through just using and I don't get irritated by it because it hardly ever crashes. When it does 'crash' or 'freeze up' it's very easy to rectify as you just click 'force quit' and it solves the problem! Brilliant! ...
...to get it working again! Yay! There is also some really fun software already on it like the IMovies and IDVD that you can create your own little movies with photographs with music and effects. It's really good fun and that's the key to this little Mac, it's fun to use whatever you're doing! ... Read review