Thursday, October 2, 2008

Apple vs. Microsoft

In recent years it has been difficult to not see the growing competition between Apple and Microsoft. Microsoft, the traditional software giant, has slowly been losing ground to a series of more streamlined and efficient Apple products. 

Apple products are simple to use and high-tech. The programs are not intuitive, but once the user understands the Apple interface, he can use any of the other software. Apple has also set the standard for new inventions by coming out with products like the iPod and iPhone. These have changed how people entertain themselves and how they talk to others.

Microsoft products, however, still hold the largest share in the market. The Windows Operating System has been in common use for two decades and the majority of people learned how to use computers on Windows software. As a result, Apple software seems confusing to them. Microsoft has also responded well to competition from Apple and is now striving to re-invent their image.

In the end, it doesn't matter which company is better or makes more money. It's just important that there are two companies because it makes sure that they work harder and are thinking of new stuff.

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