Every day, people swap their PCs for Macs®. Whether they purchase a desktop or laptop, Mac users enjoy beautiful, easy-to-use systems that come with a variety of convenient apps. Before making the switch and scheduling a data transfer, some people worry they’ll have a difficult time adjusting to a new platform. Here’s what you can expect when swapping systems.

Benefits

A Mac’s operating system, OS X, is particularly popular with creative professionals like graphic designers, video or music producers, and app developers. The system comes with state-of-the-art features that simplify visual content creation. 

For example, Macs have a feature called Mission Control that shows miniature versions of all your open windows so you can quickly find what you’re looking for. Also, their connection to iPhones® allows for easy transferring of digital work.

In addition, you won’t have to worry about losing your work thanks to backups automated by an app called Time Machine. Moreover, people who enjoy certain features of Windows can easily switch back and forth between Windows and OS X using a program called Boot Camp.

Differences 

Keyboard 

All Mac keyboards feature a Command key. This key performs almost exactly like the CTRL key on a PC, and it’s involved in important shortcuts such as:

• Command A = Select all
• Command C = Copy
• Command V = Paste
• Command Q = Quit an app
• Command W  = Close the active window
• Command Tab = Switch between applications

Likewise, the Mac’s Delete key is similar to a PC’s Backspace key, while the Mac’s Option key resembles a PC’s Alt key. These differences might be disorienting at first, but they’re easy to learn with enough practice.

Viruses & Malware

Viruses and malware tend to target PCs rather than Macs. Additionally, Apple® frequently updates OS X with enhanced encryption and security features. While you should still avoid downloading suspicious files, you can worry less about security threats when using a Mac.

Repairs & Support

Unless you're a computer expert, you'll probably need to call for repairs at some point. It's often easier to get a Mac fixed. That's because so many Apple repair stores exist all over the country, and each one is filled with Apple specialists who will diagnose your issue and fix it as quickly as possible. 

Making the Switch

To access all of your PC’s data on your Mac, you’ll need a data transfer. Many people transfer smaller files like pictures and word documents by sending themselves email attachments. However, to transfer all of your data, including extremely large files, it’s best to enlist the help of Apple specialists at a repair store. 

To make your transition to a Mac as seamless as possible, turn to the team at Experimax of Huntington Beach. Located in Fountain Valley, CA, these Apple experts provide safe, comprehensive data transfers so you can access your PC files on your Mac. Learn more about their services online or call (714) 716-5005 to schedule your data transfer today.