I have been a PC user my entire life - that is, until I recently switched over from a PC to a Mac. People ask me which do I like better and and if they were to get a new computer why should they choose that one. On a quick glance, the OS X operating system works faster and has been more reliable thus far, its appearance is contemporary and there is no registry to get agonize over to start using the computer.

My favorite things about the Mac in no particular order:

1. Plug-and-play: The first thing I noticed was it took less than five minutes to get my new computer booted, registered, and running.

2. Upkeep: About once a week the UNIX tells me there is an update to install where I enter my password and it installs as I work on whatever else I need.

3. Starting up - I open my computer to the screen lighting up instantly, networks found without any work required, and ready to use or get online in mere seconds.

4. Ease of Use: Apple’s best work is done on its own operating system where the applications are useful, enjoyable, and innovative. If I can’t remember where I saved a file, I don’t spend countless hours looking for it, instead I use ‘Finder' which searches the entire computer, including online documents.

5. Viruses: I have NEVER gotten a worm or virus (not to say a mac virus is unheard of, but they are much easier to solve and no virus scanning software is slowing down the system regardless).

6. Personalization: I have made my computer fit my needs through keyboard shortcuts, mouse movements, the holding dock, and easy to find applications.

The bottom line: the Mac is less of a hassle to use, is made to fit MY needs and is overall easier to use.