But, as Susie points out, you can't get any of your data if you don't have a reliable net connection. Nothing's better than free back-up on the web. Xdrive for best uploading, iDrive for best sharing. This week Walt, like many families at this time of year, takes a look at what kind of computer to send off with your kid to college. Of course, the answer isn't simple.
Most colleges support both platforms well.
If the college chooses one over the other exclusively then go with what the college recommends, as long as your child can handle the platform. In most cases colleges accept both platforms, so send him or her off with what they're used to. Knowing kids, they'll be begging for upgrades within weeks. But don't drop the big bucks for a top machine either. For instance, don't worry about buying the fastest machine, but do include lots of memory, a networking card, and a recordable CD drive for backing-up and making CDs.