[Polo]

At my university I use both Windows and OSX, as well as Windows on a frequent basis.

Neither is really better, they are just different, and in the end it all boils down to personal preference. I Personally I find the OSX interface a little unintuitive in places, though I'm sure I'd adjust given time.

Both operating systems are just as susceptible to virus', but as they and other malware are generally written to hit as many computers as possible, they are almost exclusively written for Windows. I've noticed a few recent OSX exploits though, as Apple has started increased their market share. It's just as easy to write malicious software for both platforms. The idea that Windows is virus or spyware prone is generally down to 2 factors - it's market share and the users ignorance. I know plenty of Windows users who think clicking on links for 'FREE EMOTICONS - NOW WITH SOUND!' is a good idea.

My Windows PC has only crashed twice in 3 years, and both of those times we're my own fault (some very unsafe C code, heh). XP actually does a pretty good job of trapping errors.


As an aside, I recently ordered a Macbook (it's in shipping as I type). I didn't make this decision because I think OSX is superior, rather I was able to get a decent discount on the price by being a student which made it the cheapest alternative, and I also have plans to do some cross platform development in the near future.

Now stop arguing. Neither system is better, they just cater for different tastes. That's my 2 pennies.

To bring us back on topic... I might have a go at writing a simple (cross platform) level editor over Christmas, depending how much free time I have.