In the United States, nearly 60% of lawyers were already using Macs in 2013. In France, only 40% of lawyers have switched to Apple's famous computer. Why this difference, and what are the advantages of using an Apple computer for your firm? Here are three reasons that will convince you to retire your old PC!
A high price but a profitable investment
The argument often put forward by detractors of the Macintosh is its price, which is often much higher than its direct Windows competitors in the same range.
However, in the long run , an Apple computer proves to be much more cost-effective than a Windows computer. Indeed, the average lifespan of a PC is a maximum of 5 years!
Macs are much more durable . They ultimately prove less expensive to maintain than Windows PCs: fewer bugs, crashes, and viruses, and therefore less risk of data loss. With one, you can forget about your computer repair technician's number.
A high-performance and ever more secure computer
Macs are known for their increased security. Even if today, with the increase in cyber-attacks and the regular discovery of security vulnerabilities, we must not delude ourselves that all computers are vulnerable.
In reality, it's not that a Mac computer is more secure, but it is less targeted by cyberattacks because of its small number of users, which makes programming an attack less "profitable" for hackers.
Moreover, also well known for its closed and integrated system, the Mac is much more difficult to access for fraud.
Add to that technological performance that is often advanced compared to other manufacturers, and you get a safe and reliable machine.
Don't forget to add antivirus software for extra protection, and you'll be sure your data is safe and secure. There's a good reason why approximately 90% of businesses use Macs!
Software compatibility issues overcome by the cloud
The final point of contention is the compatibility of software, particularly legal software . Indeed, many programs are not compatible with Macs, simply don't exist for Mac, or are sold at exorbitant prices.
Here, you have three options . First, you can install a Windows machine on your Mac—sacrilege for some, a fallback solution for others. Second, you can use the software already on your Mac, meaning you can look for alternatives that will replace, perhaps less completely, your favorite Windows software.
Finally, last and probably best option, you can turn to a platform like Jarvis Legal.
In this case, there are no more problems with incompatible software: all your daily work tools are in the cloud.
In addition, this type of hosted solution is simple, comprehensive, and easily accessible from anywhere. With it, you combine the advantages of powerful mobile solutions with the high performance of a Mac.
Be careful though, some hosted solutions are not fully compatible with your Mac and prevent you from taking full advantage of its capabilities.
Today, the best option on the market is to turn to Jarvis, which is the only 100% Mac compatible solution.
Switching to Mac requires above all changing your habits: different keyboard, new environment, etc. Don't worry, however, the Mac environment is sufficiently intuitive and ergonomic for you to quickly get used to these changes.
And above all, it is verified and proven: many users who switched to Mac never returned to Windows!
If you are looking for a powerful and intuitive law firm management software for Mac, don't hesitate to contact us!