Intel Apple Core

What's Really Behind the Apple-Intel Alliance - New York Times

I don't like Intel, but it's nice to know that Apple Computer will begin using Intel processors in 2006. That, to me, brings Apple down a notch in status, with some hope that the machines will become more affordable.

I've always secretly wanted a Mac, but couldn't ever afford one. Hell, the dual-G5 still starts at $1999, and comes to $2474 before shipping, tailored to my liking. That includes no monitor. Just the box and a keyboard/mouse. I can build a very hot 64-bit gaming system with twice the hard drive space and two 19" LCD monitors for that.

So the news of Apple using Intel processors puts hope in my future for affording a Mac and learning its secrets. And hopefully I'll find out what makes it better than any other computer.