I’m also familiar with Chrome OS - having owned three Chromebooks - and I have some experience using Linux via the Raspbian OS, which is the OS for the Raspberry Pi. I’ve been a Windows user throughout my life, except in college, when I owned a MacBook Air. Windows computers are more affordable, easier to upgrade, and compatible with more software, but Macs streamline the user experience to deliver a high-end machine that looks and performs great. Let’s dive into the advantages and inconveniences of each. Mac or Windows? Picking the one that’s right for you depends on many factors, primarily your budget.