[Elecraft] Windows vs Mac

[Adrian]

I use crossover too, but it will not run programs like HRD or K3EZ, so be
aware of that.

Laptops etc are so inexpensive these days, that you can use a different one
for each OS to see what you like and prefer or learn to use esp with Linux.

Many laptops are now being released with dual HDD's which work well with
dual boot using Linux grub to decide the OS is the best way to go.

Adrian ... vk4tux

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[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Townsend
Sent: Saturday, 25 August 2012 12:44 AM
To: Bill Frantz
Cc: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Windows vs Mac

I have used Macs since 1984... From the the earliest 128k machines to the
newest 27" imac's. They all have served me well with out any virus
contamination. Four or five years ago I started running windows software on
some of my machines. In general that has been a success and I have been
pretty happy with the results. Currently I use a program called Crossover to
run windows apps. The point of Crossover is that you do not need any
Microsoft software running in the background. 
I suspect that the Apple iPad will find it's way into the ham radio world
more and more as time passes.... Wht? Because it simply works... Really
well. Tight integration between the development software and the hardware.
Love to write for the iPad and iPhone.

Phil
Santa Fe
KF5ROJ

Sent from my iPad

On Aug 24, 2012, at 8:20 AM, Bill Frantz <frantz at pwpconsult.com> wrote:

> Apple hardware has a very good reputation for reliability and ability 
> to work in harsh environments. There are several ways to run at least 
> two operating systems on one computer, so having dual-boot, windows 
> and OSx is a common way of using the hardware.
> 
> Make sure the system you get has the I/O configuration you need. 
> My MacBook Pro has a single audio port, which can be configured for 
> either input or output. I havent' figured out how to use it for 
> computer digital modes (my favorite modes), so I use a SignaLink USB 
> as an interface.
> 
> I use RUMlog for logging, and cocoaModem for digital modes under OSx. 
> I used RUMped for contest logging during field day and liked it. I 
> don't have any experience with any of the Windows ham radio software, 
> so don't ask for comparisons. :-)
> 
> Cheers - Bill, AE6JV
> 
> On 8/24/12 at 6:44, phuff at mi.rr.com (Paul and Sue Huff) wrote:
> 
>> Any and all opinions would be appreciated.
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