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what kind of mac should I get

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chris200x9

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I am going into computer science and I will be needing to program and design websites,etc. I was wondering if I need a macbook pro or if I could get away with a top of the line macbook?

please post what model of computer along with specs you would recomend,

Thank You
 
My concern with the macbook from a development point of view would be the size of the screen. Over the years I have found screen space really makes life a lot easier. I struggle when I go from my dual screen desktop to a 17" 1920x1200 laptop, cant imagine trying it on a 13" screen without having to constantly switch back and forth between code and web browser which would annoy me. You may find it doesnt bother you though - different folks different strokes etc.
 
Foggy said:
My concern with the macbook from a development point of view would be the size of the screen. Over the years I have found screen space really makes life a lot easier. I struggle when I go from my dual screen desktop to a 17" 1920x1200 laptop, cant imagine trying it on a 13" screen without having to constantly switch back and forth between code and web browser which would annoy me. You may find it doesnt bother you though - different folks different strokes etc.
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Of course, an external monitor would be a far less costly addition to a macbook than a MBP and would offer a lot more overall screen real estate.
 
chris200x9 said:
I am going into computer science and I will be needing to program and design websites,etc. I was wondering if I need a macbook pro or if I could get away with a top of the line macbook?

please post what model of computer along with specs you would recomend,

Thank You
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Top of the line macbook? i would recommend you save some money and get the cheapest model and 2gigs of ram for an extra $150, this thing be bitchin'!
 
Thinking about it though, one thing you may want to consider is buying a MacBook and a seperate monitor for when you get home - means you get a nice portable machine and if you do the majority of coding at home you have a nice big screen for it.
 
munckee said:
Of course, an external monitor would be a far less costly addition to a macbook than a MBP and would offer a lot more overall screen real estate.
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Yeah - suddenly thought about that after I had posted :) Hence the slightly delayed post above ;)
 
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