Digital BW, The Print

mjohn27603@... writes:

> I'm new to the site.  I am deciding which computer to get for my
> digital darkroom.  I am specifically interested in the question for
> doing black and white digital work.  I expect this machine to last for
> some years.  I don't typically replace machines frequently.  Is there
> any software that helps black and white printing that is specific to
> Windows or the Mac? Or is software available to pretty much both? 
> I've noticed some comments about drivers for scanners and printers not
> working well with the Mac OS but not sure this typical.

Both platforms are largely equivalent.  Personally I'd choose a Windows
machine mainly because of lower cost and a larger range of applications
and compatible hardware.  The Mac once had a clear lead in graphics and
imaging applications, but most of that has evaporated in most contexts,
and in any case it is only a consideration if the computer will be used
for no other purpose (if the computer will serve multiple purposes, a
Windows PC is again a more practical choice).