Is this computer trade worth it? (Windows to Mac OS X)?

Question

I am trying to sell my desktop to buy a laptop because I am constantly on the move now. My friend's dad offered to trade his macbook for my desktop. The macbook looks nice, but I have no clue how to use OS X. I am a Windows guy. I love Windows. I love how you can do anything to it. The macbook is 2 years old. All I know is it has OS X 6.8, 2 GB of RAM, and a 2.4 GhZ processor. Here are the specs/items for my HP slimline desktop.

-4GB RAM
-2.7 GhZ Intel dual core processor
-Intel HD graphics (1.5GB)
-1TB hardrive (7,200 rpm)
-6 USB ports
-one VGA and one DVI port
-DVD/CD combo drive
-media card slot
-19 inch Dynex screen (It is a TV screen. It looks nice, tho)
-Wi-Fi adapter
-2 logitech speakers
-Realtek HD audio sound card
-Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit

I love my desktop and the power it delivers, but i need laptop for my needs. I wanted to sell this for 550 dollars to buy an HP laptop, but nobody will buy it. Do you think this trade will be worth it? Also, remember I am not familiar with OS X, and not having the ability to right click lol.
Best answer- ten points
thanks

Answer 1

There's usually an alternative for something from one system to another, so right clicking translates to something else on OS X (can't remember, is it click-hold?).



That said, I don't understand the appeal of a Mac. I've used my dad's some, and while it *looks* nice, so does Windows 7 and the Dock is not as easy or intuitive as the Windows task bar. I love the new "pinning" feature on Windows, too.



As a programmer, though, I do love that OS X is built on a Unix-derivative file system, and it certainly doesn't seem to have the bugs that used to be so common on Macs (remember "Error type 11"?)

Answer 2

Personally, I would keep looking for a Windows laptop. I have a desktop and laptop, both Windows. It's nice to have the mobility and the power of the desktop is unmatched by the laptop. I seriously doubt you'll be happy with a Mac and the limitations that come with it. Save some cash and pick up a Windows laptop. Prices these days are really not that bad.

Answer 3

You might want 550 bucks for it but as you're finding out nobody is going to pay that, especially with a bottom of the line tv as a monitor. I don't know if the mac would be a fair deal or not.