Resolved: Macs are superior than Dell computers.

You're obviously an everyday computer user, who only requires a machine for personal use like writing documents or checking emails. If that is the case, then almost any machine will suit your needs. If you like Mac's because they are pretty to you, then you shouldn't have opened this up for debate. So apparently I have a stalker.... NOT! Would you call having the FREE Mac developer platform, Xcode, running making me an "idiot" who needs lessons in debating? 1. Malware - I'd I agree this is a downside of using the Windows OS, but a simple and free virus scanner will prevent any problems. I've had my PC for two years now, and I've never had a Trojan. I have never stated that we are debating about our own machines, only about the hardware and software. 2. Upgrade Costs - System updates? Service packs? Those are free. If you're talking about upgrading from Windows Vista to 7, then the only reason you would need to install a new OS is if you were switching from a 32bit to 64bit, otherwise you're meant to keep the same operating system. I'm not talking aobut those to things... Those are obviously free (I've used a dell too, person who thinks I'm an idiot). And you have also not talked about the office costs, another contention you dropped. I'm going to ask you to make your intentions more clear. If you're evaluating the two machines not based on their performance, then what are we debating? If you're talking about screens and cases then that's a completely different argument. Macbook Pros cost as much as they do because of their aesthetics, not their performance. As I have already stated for two rounds, both of which have pointed you to the specs at the top... Which it is apparent to me that you have not yet read, since you keep insisting that this debate is about a benchmark only you have access to and talking about the speeds of it, however, The speeds are the same for both computers. This was stated in the opening definitions. We are debating about the aesthetics, yes, but also which one is superior, which will be defined as: higher in use, better with price, and a better choice for the average consumer. However, since you have asked for a benchmark, I will start a debate in which we compare a new benchmark: xCode! A program that only I have access to. Seems fair, now doesn’t it? You come in with an arbitrary definition of a thing, make it a giant program that costs, well, lots, and likely is only usable if you have access to a server if my knowledge of CAD software is accurate. So, lets make it xCode. I’m sure you can get it on your PC. You just have to install Lion, like we install Windows 7 on Macs. Oh Wait! Windows doesn’t do that. (another argument by the way) I’ve already put this up, but I wanted to go over this: If you like Mac's because they are pretty to you, Are you calling me a girl? Lesson 1: You need a benchmark to examine performance when comparing hardware, otherwise you will never know specifically what setup performs better.I know this is very new to you, so I will explain it fully this time. - here is an example of a GPU benchmark chart: I went to the site listed. All it was doing is compare different graphics cards, which would be the same in both computers, as listed in my opening definitions, which you would know if you either a) read what the source was about, or b) read the opening definitions. Neutral contention. Autodesk Maya is the highest benchmark that I have personally encountered. It should run with both machines referenced in your argument. That is why I used it. If you cannot run your Mac with it, then I'm afraid our debate is over by default. Since this is put with “lesson 1” it goes with “lesson 1’s” Neutral contention. Lesson 2: Upgrading Machines: Upgrading a Mac is quite complicated and can be a bit expensive for many reasons. Macs utilize hardware that is specific to the OS- Lets just say you wanted to upgrade your ram. You first have to find out if your mac is even up-gradable. This is because the prospective hardware may not be supported by the OS. If it is up-gradable, most people will go through Applecare and pay fees on top of the overpriced hardware. This service is a bit like Best Buy's Geek Squad. If you want to do it on your own its very possible, but again you must research and make sure that the upgrade is compatible with your system and OS. This is a lot about compatibility, and I would like to say, that applies to Dells too. And anyways, it’s pretty hard to upgrade a laptop. Neither Macs not Dells are truly designed for it. Simply because the design of a laptop is to shove as much “stuff” into a machine as possible. Neutral. I also read the site on upgrading. I have to say, it’s the same basic steps to upgrade a dell as well. Neutral again. Lesson 3: Mac upgrades lag behind PCs: This is a pretty known fact for most computer savvy individuals. The Intel line of i7 processors were introduced in 2008, and became mainstream for PC enthusiasts not too long afterwards. Macs didn't receive their first pre-built i7 iMac until this time last year. I must concede to this. For once, My opponent provides real FACTS instead of neutral arguments that don’t help him. Here's more about the i7 http://en.wikipedia.org...... Here's the iMac development timeline: http://upload.wikimedia.org...... That's the lesson I hope this makes sense, now lets get back to debating. Do you realize how rude that is? Telling your opponent he’s “stupid?” In debate, the two opponents are regarded as equals, only their contentions are looked at. All of these contentions marked “lessons” are all ad hominem fallacy and should be treated as such. Incorrect. Now I'll address the arguments that I "dropped" True fact. He did drop them.