Mac vs. Microsoft. Why doesn't Mac ever get a bad reputation as well?

Mac pulls the same dirty tactics as Microsoft and still has a good reputation. Why are all of their sleazy methods being overlooked?

One example is that you are forced to use iTunes with an iPod and there is no balance control on the device for the left and right speakers with all of its wonderful technology. Also, If you want to change the battery you have to gut it open making it susceptible to damage. You also can't copy music from it onto your computer unless you use a third-party program.

Another issue I have is how the new operating system Leopard is designed to only run on a Mac even though it is more than possible to run on a PC. In order to run it I have to buy an ungodly expensive Mac computer.

Third is the iPhone. You can only use it on the phone network they allow unless you hack the device.

And I'm sure there are many other things that can be added to the list.

So why do they still have a good reputation when they use the same tactics as Microsoft?

Mac vs. Microsoft. Why doesn't Mac ever get a bad reputation as well?hijackthis

I agree 100% with Sam here.

Apple Marketing is brilliant at playing off the lack of knowledge within the general public about computers.

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