Twizted

Hey all - newbie here...

Something that I've been pondering over the last few months is why people get so tied to one computer platform. If you browse the Mac platforms, it's like they are adament that anything non-Mac sucks (and don't mention MS). And usually, they are very vocal about it too.

PC boards don't seem to loom on the whole Mac thing, but can get pretty opinionated about Mac's as well.

Then there is the Windows vs. Linux vs. Unix vs. OSX debate

Now my question isn't about any of the above topics, but instead WHY do people get spun up about them? I'll preface my opinion by saying I work for MS, but in the IT department (not products) however it may still make me a bit biased. That said, I have 4 PC's and a Mac laptop at home. I have used Linux in the past, but not to any great extent. I enjoy all of the OS's I've tried, and I think they each have a market. I know Windows isn't the *perfect* OS, then again, neither is OSX or Linux or Unix. They are all have pluses and minuses.

In my opinion, I think it's great that Linux is gaining popularity. I think it's great that OS X is a out there (as I said, I have a Powerbook) But even if I was die hard MS, OS X and Linux still are beneficial to me. They force MS to improve their product. I think the same rings true if you are in any of the other camps. Competition is great. Plus, IMO, Variety is essential. It would be BORING if every machine ran one OS.

Then in the PC vs Mac debate (hardware, not OS) again, there are strong points to each side. And again, variety benefits all. It means I have a choice. Some people are price focused, some are interested in the aesthetics.

I can see why you would be enthusiastic about a platform or OS you enjoy but can someone help me understand WHY people are so AGAINST one OS or platform?

Jason

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