Doing the Math On the New MacBook

Technologizer writes "Apple's new MacBook is a significantly different machine than its predecessor — a slicker laptop at a higher price point. But does it carry a large price premium over similar Windows PCs? I did a painstaking spec-by-spec comparison versus three roughly comparably-configured Windows machines, and came to the conclusion that the value it offers for price paid is not out of whack with the Windows world." The article uses the phrase "Mac tax," which one commenter points out is a recent Microsoft marketing canard.

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Re:Well, someone paid a tax

[cayenne8]

"Considering that a lot of people are having some serious financial problems at the moment, not only here in the 'States but worldwide, I'd think that it might be time for a little re-evaluation of the importance of the objects we desire."

But...but...but....what else is there in life if not for getting cool things?

I heard it said once, "He who dies with the most stuff....WINS".

:)

Seriously, sure...times are hard, but, people will be people, and they will always want the 'next thing', and what they 'cannot have'. And there is really no problem with that in my eyes, I suffer the same needs and wants. You just have to save a little longer these days, and not be tempted to go for too much on credit and live beyond your means. If you have that problem (and plenty of people did during the good economical times) well, you've got other problems you need to deal with.

Frankly, I look upon life as something that is short, and something to be enjoyed to the max. I like buying cool things. I like fast cars, I like fun 'toys'....I like to date different women. So, when I work, it is merely the means to make money, so I can have the things that make my life fun. Everyone has their priorities, and I'm happy with mine.

I think the bottom line is...no matter what you like, don't live beyond your means. If your means are too low...look for a way to better them.