Which notebook brand is the best?
On One Hand: Apple Makes the Best NotebooksBy looking at the complete package and accounting for performance, design and stability, Apple’s notebook offerings are the best. From the lightweight and powerful MacBook Air to the entry-level MacBook and the professional grade MacBook Pro, all Apple models pack Core 2 Duo processors and, as of April 2010, a minimum of two gigabytes of RAM. Available solid state drives also bolster Apple’s notebook performance.On the Other: Sony’s Notebook Models Are More MainstreamWhile Apple’s MacBook family offers excellent design and performance, Mac OS X keeps them from being 100 percent compatible with the dominant Windows world. Not only are most Sony models more affordable and aimed at the consumer market, they are also equipped with high-performance Intel Core i5 dual core processors that outdo Apple’s Core 2 Duo offerings.Bottom LineFor users who need reliability and a user-friendly experience with little focus on playing video games, the MacBook l