Mac vs PC for design
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- SteveJobs0
i think this question is only relevant for someone starting out. if you're established in your 'field' using a particular platform and are more comfortable and productive with it, this question seems kind of pointless.
- AmandaLee0
I'm definitely more comfortable with Macs.. I've been using them for about 7 years. I just wanted to appear flexible for this new position so I didn't demand they purchase one. We'll see if they do or don't.
- ********0
Mac vs. PC is only an issue when it comes to ancillary tools. SWF to GIF converters don't really exist on a Mac. Testing Safari on a Mac is easier than getting the software to test IE on a Mac. Fonts can be problematic if you're not using OTF. I dunno, there are a lot of other outlying issues like this, but in the end, the actual design work comes down to the talent of the person at the keys/mouse, not the operating system in front of their face.
- ********0
Also, a good way to appear flexible for your bosses is to walk into their offices and do the following (you might even get a raise right away)—
- twokids0
This THREAD IS STILL GOING!!!!!!
