311: Switching from PC to Mac

Katie and David discuss the pros, cons and strategies for switching from a PC to a Mac. They're joined by special guest James Coleman, an IT consultant who has helped businesses and individuals make the switch.

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Guest Starring:

James Coleman

Links and Show Notes:

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OSI model - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Mac@IBM, Zero to 30,000 in 6 Months | JAMF Software

The future of VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation - PlanetVM

Run Windows on Mac with Parallels Desktop 11 for Mac

Run Windows for Mac with Virtualization: Try VMware Fusion Free | United States

CrossOver 15 Mac: Run Windows Software on Mac | CodeWeavers

Boot Camp - Get Started - Apple Support

Mac Backup Software | Carbon Copy Cloner | Bombich Software

Move your data from a Windows PC to a Mac - Apple Support

Break/fix - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The term break/fix refers to the fee-for-service method of providing information technology services to businesses.

Best way to move your data - Google Apps Administrator Help

PST Converter Pro on the Mac App Store

Reset Lost or Forgotten Windows Password with PCUnlocker

How to Run Bootcamp in a Virtual Machine

Fermi problem - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

VMware vCenter Converter Standalone for P2V Conversion