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Advantages: Fantastic OS, easy to use, fast and efficient, miniscule threat of viruses
Disadvantages: Overpriced in terms of hardware, not as much software available compared to Windows

...in this aspect. Pricewise, Apple are always keen to exploit the market slightly. In my case, I had a lot of money which had been lying around for a long time so I decided to put it to good use. I am not your crazy PC gamer who relies on extremely fast processors, and amazing graphics card and a huge hard drive. What this Mac delivers is enough for casual use and running large programs. Although it may be slightly over priced in terms of specs compared ... Read review

Advantages: Gorgeous design, fast processor, fluid animations, great for media
Disadvantages: Too glossy? Aren't really any disadvantages!

...should have been!) I also got student discount and a free printer (via rebate) so it turned out about £680 for the whole package! =) All from the Apple store themselves too! Blooming marvellous - now upgraded to 3GB RAM, it works like a charm! Definitely recommended! ... Read review

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