01-16-2008, 01:55 AM
Since there were no speed bumps for the MacBooks (I didn't expect any), I've decided to go ahead and buy a new MacBook 2.2Ghz. I was going to wait for them to show up as refurbs, but MacMall, Mac Connection, Club Mac, etc. are all offering multiple rebates on a new computer, including $75, free carrying case, printer, and either Parallels or Fusion. The "freebies" make up for the price difference.
I know very little about either of these programs. I need Windows XP to log onto our work computer from home. (I tried it on an iBook G4 and it was not fun.) I could also use Boot Camp, but like the idea of not having to reboot. Any opinions on which is better. Also, any opinions on which of these authorized retailers is better? The prices are all about the same ($1219 after $75 rebate).
I know very little about either of these programs. I need Windows XP to log onto our work computer from home. (I tried it on an iBook G4 and it was not fun.) I could also use Boot Camp, but like the idea of not having to reboot. Any opinions on which is better. Also, any opinions on which of these authorized retailers is better? The prices are all about the same ($1219 after $75 rebate).