Operating Systems
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Microsoft Windows
* The most common OS for Macs is
Mac OS X by Apple
* Another popular OS system'>Linux.
You want to remember, also, that software is usually not cross-compatible. OS X will not run on your PC, and Windows will not run on your Mac. Also, software that works in OS X might not work in Windows and vice versa.
Microsoft Windows Product Family
Windows has been around for a long time, come through many
Windows 7 and it's had great reviews for stability, reliability, and performance.
* You'll want to consider a few different versions of Windows 7, each of which have their own special features:
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Windows 7 Home Premium is the standard software, with features like easy networking, print sharing, and connectivity for your TV.
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Windows 7 Ultimate is for the computer aficionado, with advanced features like data encryption, and the ability to switch between 35 languages on the go.
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Microsoft has extended support for it through 2014.
Mac OS X
Macs are most common in media applications and are the standard in the media industry. If you're looking for a home
Mac OS X is the standard for Mac OSs and its latest iteration is Mac OS X 10.6.
There's two basic versions of OS X 10.6:
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Mac OS X Snow Leopard is the latest OS for home and professional Mac users.
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Ubuntu Linux is published by Canonical Ltd.
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Top Sellers
Here's some top-selling OS software for you to look at.
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Software Brands
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Web Development Software
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