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What is the best operating system for programmers?

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Answer:

Mac OS X.

Why?

First off, we have to consider our options. The major players are:

Windows, Mac OS, and Linux/Unix

Mac OS is the best because:

- Support for automation (Automator/AppleScript) which is essential
- Better hardware all-around

- Nice functional GUI (comparable to Windows)

- Ability to run all major OS via virtualization
- UNIX root
- Tools support is not bad (Xcode)

In essence, Mac OS is like Windows + Linux/Unix.

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