Does Apple use Windows?

Every new Mac lets you install and run Windows at native speeds, using a built-in utility called Boot Camp. Setup is simple and safe for your Mac files. After you've completed the installation, you can boot up your Mac using either macOS or Windows. (That's why it's called Boot Camp.)
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What operating system does Apple use?

Apple iOS is the proprietary operating system used on Apple mobile devices such as the iPhone and iPad. iOS ranks as the second-most used mobile device operating platform in the world, behind Android.
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What does Apple use instead of Windows?

Apple macOS can be simpler to use, but that depends on personal preference. Windows 10 is a fantastic operating system with tons of features and functionality, but it can be a little cluttered. Apple macOS, the operating system formerly known as Apple OS X, offers a comparatively clean and simple experience.
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Does Apple run Microsoft?

You can run Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook on a Mac (and on your iPad or iPhone).
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Is Apple Mac or Windows?

Apple makes both the Mac hardware and the OS X operating-system software, so you only have a handful of options if you want to buy a Mac. If you want to get really technical, it is possible to build your own "Hackintosh," or a traditional PC that runs Apple's operating system.
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Is IOS better than Windows?

The Apple OS needs less security maintenance compared to Windows. The lack of urgency in security maintenance is because there is a much lower presence of threats on Macs. However, this is primarily because there are less Mac systems in the world.
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What does Mac stand for?

1. Short for medium access control, or MAC address. Known as a physical address and hardware address whose number is uniquely formatted in hexadecimal format and given to each computer or network device on a computer network.
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Can I use Word on Mac?

Fun fact: There's a version of Microsoft Office written just for Mac. So you can use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on a Mac just like on a PC. macOS also provides built-in support for the latest version of Microsoft Exchange Server.
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Do Microsoft employees use Macs?

Yes there is a group of MS employees who use Apple computers. They're the dev team who make MS Office for the Mac among other OS X related apps.
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Is Microsoft free on Mac?

Do you have to pay for Word on Mac? Yes, you need a Microsoft 365 subscription or one-time purchase of Office 2021 to use Microsoft Word on your Mac. Microsoft 365 subscription costs $69.99/year for a home/personal use version, and up.
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Why Mac is faster than Windows?

Why do PCs slow down more than Macs? PCs slow down more than Macs because of major differences between the operating systems. Unlike Windows, macOS doesn't have a registry filled with keys from unused programs that slow down the computer. Moreover, macOS is better optimized for Mac hardware and gets less malware.
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Is PC better than Mac?

With the number of different systems and the number of users, PCs have better backwards compatibility, that is, you can run older versions of software or operating systems on new hardware. It's certainly possible to run games on a Mac, but PCs are generally considered better for hard-core gaming.
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Why do people prefer Macs or Windows?

Mac OS is a polished, more streamlined, and easy-to-use interface. Mac has an easy-to-use interface that restores the touch with the trackpad and mouse gestures. The windows here stand with a customization solution. The design style for Mac vs Windows has its own aesthetic approach.
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Does Windows sell more than Mac?

For desktop and laptop computers, Windows is the most used at 75%, followed by Apple's macOS at 15%, and Linux-based operating systems, at 5% (i.e. "desktop Linux" at 2.48%, plus Google's Chrome OS at 2.38%, in the US up to 3.2%).
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Is Apple better than Microsoft?

Apple and Microsoft are both great companies to own. However, just like how you may choose a Mac over a PC (or vice versa), which is a 'better' company boils down to your personal preference. Apple is a leader in consumer tech and hardware, while Microsoft is a frontrunner in software and cloud.
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Which came first Mac or Windows?

On January 24, 1984, the guys behind Apple released “Mac System Software 1.0” on their original Macintosh commercial computer. This was almost two years before Microsoft released their extension of MS-DOS on November 20, 1985: Windows 1.0.
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Do Macs last longer than Windows?

According to a 2018 Microsoft study, the optimal age of PCs is no more than four years old. Macs meanwhile average between 5 and 7 years of service, with some lasting longer.
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Do Macs get viruses?

While it's true Macs are more secure than PCs, they're still vulnerable to viruses, and they always have been. By design, the Mac operating system is more secure against the threat of viruses and malware, but there are still plenty of ways for malware to find its way in.
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Is it hard to switch from Windows to Mac?

All in all, switching from a PC to a Mac isn't difficult. It just takes a little time, know-how and patience.
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Is Excel free on Mac?

Excel is available for free from Microsoft as part of an entire suite of products via Office Online. There's no need to search for a "free" Office alternative when Office is available free as a service. You will just need to create a Microsoft account to use it.
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What does Mac use instead of word?

iWork Suite

Included with your Mac is the iWork suite: Pages, Numbers, and Keynote. These are Apple's own alternatives to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Do I need antivirus for MacBook?

In short, yes you do need antivirus for your Mac. Mac computers are not immune to viruses and other malware and Mac-targeted attacks are increasingly prevalent. Following best practices for securing your device and using built-in security features can help, but antivirus software can protect your device even further.
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Why is Apple called Macintosh?

Back in the early 1980s, Apple didn't actually own the name: It belonged to high-end audio equipment maker McIntosh Laboratory. Originally, Apple planned to spell the Macintosh as McIntosh, since the name was a reference to project creator Jef Raskin's favorite apple cultivar.
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Is an iPad a MAC device?

iPad vs MacBook

The iPad is a relatively new offering from Apple that aims to serve another niche in the mobile computing market; somewhere between a MacBook and an iPhone. While the MacBook is a full fledge laptop, the iPad is merely a multimedia device that can offer most of the MacBook's functionality but not all.
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