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What kind of laptop would be the best for a Computer Science Major?

Hi! I'm going to be majoring in CS, but I still have a few years before I go off to college- therefore, I need something that will still be relevant and is able to update to the new software necessary for what I'll be doing in CS over the next few years. I won't be using it for gaming, so display won't really be that crucial. I am more comfortable with apple products, but realize that will probably limit my access to new coding softwares I will need in class. I really appreciate any advice you have for me! #technology #coding #computers #computer-savvy #laptops

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Ahmed’s Answer

If you are comfortable with Apple products, go for it. There is a software on MAC OS X (actually there is 2) called VMware Fusion or Parallel Desktops that will allow you to use Windows softwares on your MAC.
So you get the best of both worlds

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Qiannan’s Answer

I am a master student in CS and doing software engineering intern at Google this summer. If you are seeking advises for laptop, I would like to say most of my classmates (over 70%) just use MacBook. Some of them use MacBook Air and it is actually sufficient for most programming use, especially if you are not prepare to use it for games. I myself use a MacBook pro 13', and I find it pretty sufficient so far.


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Manuel’s Answer

Hi Kylie, When I was in college I used a Macbook and I didn't have any issue with the programming tools or software. Most of them are already supported on MacOS and as Ahmed said, in case you need a PC running Windows, you still have the option of a virtual machine.

I did some research, an according to the following website, an apple macbook is the best laptop for computer science students in 2019:

https://www.huntlaptop.com/best-laptops-computer-science-students/

Hope this help you!

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