It has always irked me that there has never been any service to speak of upon purchasing a PC computer embellished with Windows. I think the world owes Microsoft and Bill Gates a great deal, and there is so much about Windows that I adore. Vista is a beautiful operating system and I have had good luck running it, in spite of the painful wait for the service pack.
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At this point in my life, my computers, and any electronic device that has to sync to them, are my most valued means of productivity. My TV broke — it didn't get fixed for months. Good riddance! My surround sound went on the fritz, but I still had two speakers out of five that were working, so who cares. But let a computer, BlackBerry, external hard drive, or other piece of prized gadgetry become inoperative, and panic ensues.
Feudal Kingdoms is a turn based strategy game in the medieval setting for PC (Mac OS and Linux releases planned). You, as a player, take control over a small kingdom and its settlements. Take care of your kingdom by feeding its citizens and keeping them warm in winter. Take care of your enemies by defending your land or taking theirs. Total War: Three Kingdoms Total War: Three Kingdoms is the next great historical strategy game in the award-winning Total War series, and the first to explore ancient China as a theatre of conflict. The year is 190 AD. China, a beautiful but fractured country, calls out for a new emperor and a new way of life.
The impact of customer service on product choice has become less important as goods become cheaper and more disposable. Computers are certainly one of those items that can be easily and cheaply replaced. However, because of the nature of my data (photography, writing, and years of research data), migrating to a new computer is a burdensome process for me, so I tend to look at computers as long-term keepers. I've had the same custom-built, PC desktop for almost five years, along with two rebuilds to keep it up-to-date.
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Then I had two very bad computer experiences almost back-to-back. The motherboard fried on both my custom-built ABS desktop and my HP laptop (it was the second time in six months for the HP laptop). ABS had contracted with an outside company to perform the warranty service for my 3-year warranty, and when I called them to get the computer fixed, I found out that company had just gone out of business the night before. Such is my good fortune! So on the day I called ABS, they were swamped with phone calls and complaints, and they offered no support to replace their dissolved service contractor. With my HP laptop, my Comp USA extended 'gold' warranty went away when all Michigan Comp USA stores went out of business. So I had two dead computers and no warranty for either one, though I had paid for two extended warranties. No service whatsoever, and everything came to a halt. I found a local guy who does good work, and he now does all of my PC repairs and rebuilds.
- Set in a new theater of war, the new expansion for Order of Battle: World War II puts the player in charge of the Soviet army. Starting with the fight against the Imperial Japan, players will get transferred to Europe in 1939. Red Star covers the battles of the Red Army in the years 1938-41.
- The Last Roman Campaign Pack is an epic expansion for Total War: ATTILA, delivering a narrative, mission-based experience on a new, highly-detailed campaign map of the Mediterranean theatre.
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I figured I had enough of the drama with PCs, and so I went out and bought a MacBook laptop in July 2008. I spent a considerable amount of money (about $2,000), after paying for the laptop, sales tax, Apple Extended Care, One-on-One training, some software, and a year of Mobile Me. I bought the Mac because I was tired of a lifetime of watching the Windows hourglass twirl before my eyes. In spite of taking good care of my computers, they always developed bizarre software problems after a short period of time that no one could figure out. And since the PC manufacturers — HP, Gateway, Toshiba, etc. — don't support the software they don't make, you're out of luck. And of course, they buy all the parts from other manufacturers — motherboard, hard drive, RAM, video card, etc. — and can't support those either. They'll replace those parts when they are under warranty, or when you buy an extended warranty from a company that doesn't go out of business. My AMD-equipped Hewlett-Packard laptop is the fastest computer I have ever owned, but the lack of reliability is not balanced by a satisfactory follow-up service plan.
So after about five months my MacBook developed the hourglass (or twirling, colorful ball) disease. It got worse and the computer got slower…and slower. I took it to the Genius Bar (Apple's moniker for tech service) at Partridge Creek Mall, and the tech guy saw that Google Desktop was sucking up a bunch of memory. He thought that might be the problem. He noted that Google Desktop is often a culprit in slowing down computers. He got rid of the program and I took the computer home. No change. Still sloooow. I took it back to the Apple store. This time the tech thought it might be some updates/patches that hadn't been installed. We installed them and I took the computer home. No change. The third time they kept the computer and replaced the hard drive (and that didn't do it), and the fourth time the techie said that my running Firefox, with multiple open tabs, was a problem. I don't remember the exact technical language for the issues with the Firefox browser, as opposed to Safari. Probability 0 (itch) mac os. But that's the one explanation I had trouble dealing with. I know Firefox has its issues, but every MacHead I know runs Firefox, with multiple plug-ins, etc. It seemed to me that I should be able to run Firefox without my computer behaving like a Commodore 64. But I refrained from using my beloved Firefox to see if that would clear up the hiccups.
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No change. So I took it back — again — and this time I had a Genius Bar techie, a nice, young kid, who had worked with me before on this problem, back when the hard drive was replaced. I gave an oral history of my issues, and he looked up the notes in their system. I simply said, 'Do you think maybe it's time to replace this computer?' I came to believe I had something that is unusual in Mac World — a lemon. A computer that refused to get out of 2nd gear. I was becoming sour on Mac, in general, after several months of non-performance from my pretty, white MacBook.
I love Mac, its software, its creative genius, and the fact that Apple supports everything from the hardware to the software. Any time you have any problem with a Mac, no matter how small or stupid, you can call someone at the store or bring your computer in to work with someone to get it solved. They support everything you left the store with, and they even assist you with any additional browsers or software that you have installed, if they have knowledge of it. They will help you with anything that is within their ability to understand. When you buy a Mac you are never left stranded. Now that's service. That's exactly the kind of service my busy and demanding life needs. That's why I bought a Mac.
Look at Apple's One-on-One, which costs only $99 per year. You can make appointments at the store to work with MacHeads on specifics that interest you, whether it be the browser, learning shortcuts/special techniques, email, iMovie, iPhoto, Bento database, etc., etc. Now some people, especially the youngsters, have plenty of time to play around all day and weave their way through each and every new program, etc., but I'm just not so fortunate. Now I'm really good at learning anything on my own, however, my overwhelmed schedule in recent years makes One-on-One an ideal, cut-to-the-chase timesaver for me. I got quick-hit tips on iMovie, Spaces, Bento, and other things I didn't have familiarity with, and from some terrific kids who really know the software.
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So getting back to the Genius Bar, I don't think the young man took 60 seconds to say, 'Is your computer backed up? If so, I can send you off with a new computer within 15 minutes.' Just like that. He knew the frustration I endured, and how long it went on, and he really felt, at that point, that they couldn't nail down the problem with that computer. Timeloop mac os. It was a mystery, and in the world of technology, I understand that not everything can be perfectly solved. I think they had to try what they thought would solve the problem — giving away new computers to curb customer frustration just cannot be a part of any successful business model. Hoho ohno mac os. They tried, and appropriately so, and I think that he, as an Apple pro, knew when it was time to quit and make this customer whole again.
So he sent me off with a MacBook Pro to replace my MacBook. It has more memory, a backlit keyboard (which I love), bigger hard drive, better monitor, the new touch pad system, etc. They upgraded me to a better, faster computer, and also gave me Snow Leopard, too. That is how Apple stays so successful and grabs market share — it has unique products like no one else, along with services to offer that no other computer manufacturer can match. This is why I paid twice as much for the MacBook, as opposed to another PC that would bring with it the same troublesome hurdles for a demanding user like me.
Do you think Apple won over this customer with its commitment to first-class customer service? The MacBook Pro is humming along nicely, and I am getting my work done, so yes, Apple will benefit from my continued commitment, my referrals, and from the wide audience that will read this article.
Battle for Wesnoth 1.14.7The Battle for Wesnoth is a free, turn-based strategy game with afantasy theme. Fight to regain the throne of Wesnoth, of which you arethe legitimate heir, or use your dread power over the Undead to dominatethe land of mortals, or lead your glorious Orcish tribe to victoryagainst the humans who dared despoil your lands. Wesnoth has manydifferent sagas waiting to be played out. You can create your own customunits, and write your own scenarios - or even full-blown campaigns. Youcan also challenge your friends - or strangers - and fight multi-playerepic fantasy battles.
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- License: Freeware
- Developer/Publisher: Battle for Wesnoth Team
- Modification Date: April 22, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.9 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 466 MB
Civilization V 1.4.1Sid Meier's Civilization V: The Complete Edition is the definitiveCivilization V collection for Mac gamers who have yet to experience thefamous 'just-one-more-turn' addictive gameplay that has madeCivilization one of the greatest game series of all time. The CompleteEdition includes the original 2010 Game of the Year award-winningstrategy game Sid Meier's Civilization V, plus the twocritically-acclaimed expansion packs (Gods & Kings and Brave New World)and all of the released add-on content in one complete package for anamazing value.
- License: Buy, $50 for the Complete Editon, $30 for Civilization V or for the Campaign Edition
- Developer/Publisher: Aspyr
- Modification Date: April 11, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 5.1 GB - App Store - Civilization V: Campaign Edition for $30
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Civilization VI 1.2.1Originally created by legendary game designer Sid Meier, Civilization isa turn-based strategy game in which you attempt to build an empire tostand the test of time. Become Ruler of the World by establishing andleading a civilization from the Stone Age to the Information Age. Wagewar, conduct diplomacy, advance your culture, and go head-to-head withhistory's greatest leaders as you attempt to build the greatestcivilization the world has ever known.
Civilization VI offers new ways to engage with your world: cities nowphysically expand across the map, active research in technology andculture unlocks new potential, and competing leaders will pursue theirown agendas based on their historical traits as you race for one of fiveways to achieve victory in the game.
- License: Buy, $15 with In-App Purchases for Expansion Packs
- Developer/Publisher: Aspyr
- Modification Date: April 4, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 9.8 GB - App Store
Download File Size: 9.8 GB - Steam
Command & Conquer: Generals Deluxe 1.1.2The genre defining Command & Conquer: Generals Deluxe Edition returns tothe Mac, exclusively on the Mac App Store!
In a time of modern war, recent military aggressions around the globehave many nations worried. Between the United States, China, and theGlobal Liberation Army, tensions run high. Their leaders profess nointerest in escalating the situation, but words ring hollow whensatellite photos tell a different story.
This award winning Deluxe version includes both C&C Generals and thestand-alone expansion Zero Hour!
- License: Buy, $10
- Developer/Publisher: Aspyr
- Modification Date: December 2, 2015
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.9.5 or higher - 32-bit
Download File Size: 4.4 GB - App Store
Company of Heroes 2 1.3.1Direct your troops through fast-paced real-time battles in the brutalfight to turn the tide of World War II. From the desperate defence ofStalingrad to victory in Berlin, you must defeat a tenacious enemy andthe deadly cold of the Russian winter.
Objective-based missions challenge you to maneuver soldiers, guns, andtanks across feature-rich environments to scope out the battlefield,secure targets and destroy enemies. Navigate the hazardous terrain, takeadvantage of cover and overcome the freezing temperatures andtreacherous ice that can make the difference between crushing defeat andhard-won victory.
- License: Buy, $20
- Developer/Publisher: Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: October 1, 2018
- Requirements: macOS 10.14 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 42.1 GB - App Store - Company of Heroes 2 Collection - $40
Download File Size: 28 GB - Steam
Dota 2 7.22hDota is a competitive game of action and strategy, played bothprofessionally and casually by millions of passionate fans worldwide.Players pick from a pool of over a hundred heroes, forming two teams offive players.
- License: Free to Play
- Developer/Publisher: Valve
- Modification Date: October 16, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or higher - 64-bit
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Dota UnderlordsHire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota.
- License: Free to Play - Early Access
- Developer/Publisher: Valve
- Modification Date: October 26, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.13.6 or higher - 64-bit
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Heroes of the Storm 2.48.2You can play alone, randomly matched players, or with your friends; youcan play against the computer or other human beings; you can play rankedor just for fun… The point is, there are a LOT of ways to play. Heroeshave an array of powerful abilities that set them apart from each other.Although unique in their own right, every hero has a kit geared towardsa particular role.
- License: Free, Buy More
- Developer/Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
- Modification Date: October 15, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.10 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 4.1 MB Installer
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League of Legends is a fast-paced, competitive online game that blendsthe speed and intensity of an RTS with RPG elements. Two teams ofpowerful champions, each with a unique design and playstyle, battlehead-to-head across multiple battlefields and game modes. With anever-expanding roster of champions, frequent updates and a thrivingtournament scene, League of Legends offers endless replayability forplayers of every skill level.
- License: Free to Play, Buy Stuff
- Developer/Publisher: Riot Games Inc
- Modification Date: October 8, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.10 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 86.7 MB Installer
Medieval II: Total War 1.1Rally to the standard and light up the Dark Ages in this classic TotalWar game of real-time battles and turn-based strategy. As a warriorking, expand your area of influence and consolidate power with an artfulmix of diplomacy, commerce and war.
Rule wisely across the campaign map to build your empire'sinfrastructure, cities and trade routes, then master the art ofdiplomacy to disarm enemies, empower allies and gain the favour of thePope and on the battlefield, conduct siege warfare and lead your armiesinto epic clashes to bring rival kingdoms to their knees.
- License: Buy, $25
- Developer/Publisher: Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: October 24, 2018
- Requirements: macOS 10.14 or higher - 64-bit and Metal
Download File Size: 25.7 GB - App Store
Download File Size: 25.7 GB - Steam
Myth II: Soulblighter 1.8.3Myth II: Soulblighter is a unique strategy game, set in a 3D world ofdangerous alliances and ancient evil, where all beings tremble beforethe wrath of Soulblighter, cruelest and most cunning of the evil FallenLords.
The installer can update any previous version of Myth II andcan also be used to install and update Myth II directly from theoriginal CD.
- License: Update
- Developer/Publisher: Bungie/Project Magna
- Modification Date: December 30, 2018
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 21.7 MB
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NorthgardNorthgard is a strategy game based on Norse mythology in which youcontrol a clan of Vikings vying for the control of a mysterious newfoundcontinent.
After years of tireless explorations, brave Vikings have discovered anew land filled with mystery, danger and riches: Northgard.
The boldest Northmen have set sail to explore and conquer these newshores, bring fame to their Clan and write history through conquest,trading, or devotion to the Gods. That is, if they can survive the direwolves and undead warriors roaming the land, befriend or defeat thegiants, and survive the harshest winters ever witnessed in theNorth.
- License: Buy, $30
- Developer/Publisher: Shiro Games
- Modification Date: October 3, 2018
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.9 or higher - 64-bit
Download - Steam
Starcraft 1.23.1In the distant future, the newly formed Terran Dominion faces thearrival of two hostile alien races: the savage Zerg and the enigmaticProtoss. Gather resources and expand your forces to lead them tovictory. The only allies are enemies. The only choice is war.
- License: Buy, $15
- Developer/Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
- Modification Date: September 24, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 3 MB Installer
StarCraft II 4.10.4StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is the long-awaited sequel to theoriginal StarCraft, Blizzard Entertainment's critically acclaimed sci-fireal-time strategy game. StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is both achallenging single-player game and a fast-paced multiplayer game, and italso taps into Battle.net - Blizzard Entertainment's fully-featuredonline gaming service.
- License: Wings of Liberty campaign free to play / Heart of the Swarm, Legacy of the Void and Nova Covert Ops $15 each
- Developer/Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
- Modification Date: October 22, 2019
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 3.2 MB Installer
Sudden Strike 4 1.14Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns,this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, newscenarios and legendary commanders with individual abilities – all ofwhich makes Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than everbefore!
Sudden Strike 4 sends you off on three extensive campaigns set amongstthe battlefields of World War 2. Commanding the British and American,German or Soviet troops, you will lead over 100 different units intobattle; like the German bomber Heinkel He111, the Russian T-34 tank, theBritish Hawker Typhoon fighter plane and the notorious GermanPanzerkampfwagen VI Tiger. In a first for the Sudden Strike series, youcan now choose from one of nine individual commanders, such as GeorgePatton or Bernard Montgomery, who will each allow for differentapproaches to combat and boast unique abilities.
- License: Buy, $30 to $45
- Developer/Publisher: Kite Games/Kalypso Media
- Modification Date: December 20, 2018
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.9 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 6.7 GB - App Store
Download File Size: 6.7 GB - Steam
Download File Size: 6.7 GB - GOG
Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia 1.0.4A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia combines huge real-time battleswith engrossing turn-based campaign, set at a critical flashpoint inhistory. Anglo-Saxons, Gaelic clans and Viking settlers clash forcontrol. What Kingdom will you build?
- License: Buy, $40
- Developer/Publisher: Creative Assembly/Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: February 7, 2019
- Requirements: macOS 10.13.4 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 11.2 GB - App Store
Download File Size: 11.2 GB - Steam
Total War: SHOGUN 2 1.5As leader of one of nine competing clans, use political ambition,military brilliance and ruthless cunning to unify 16th century Japanunder one undisputed shogun: you. Master your clan's unique martialstrengths to triumph in spectacular real-time battles and dominate theturn-based campaign map.
With strategic gameplay inspired by the Samurai code of honour andstriking graphics that evoke Japanese art and landscape, Total War:SHOGUN 2 is a dramatic and detailed depiction of epic events and aunique expression of the Total War series' magnificent heritage.
- License: Buy, $45
- Developer/Publisher: SEGA/Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: October 1, 2019
- Requirements: macOS 10.14.4 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 14.4 GB - App Store
Download - Steam - Total War: Shogun 2
Total War: Three KingdomsTotal War: Three Kingdoms is the next great historical strategy game inthe award-winning Total War series, and the first to explore ancientChina as a theatre of conflict.
The year is 190 AD. China, a beautiful but fractured country, calls outfor a new emperor and a new way of life. Unite it under your rule, forgethe next great dynasty, and build a legacy that will last through theages.
Choose from a cast of 11 legendary warlords and conquer the realm.Recruit heroic characters to aid your cause and dominate your enemies onall fronts: military, technological, political, and economic.
- License: Buy, $60 and In-App purchases
- Developer/Publisher: Creative Assembly/Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: May 23, 2019
- Requirements: macOS 10.14 or higher - 64-bit
Download - Steam
Total War: Warhammer 1.1.4In Total War: Warhammer, Creative Assembly's Total War series joins withGames Workshop's Warhammer Fantasy Battles. The result is a spellbindinggame of grand strategy and high fantasy.
The Old World echoes to the clamour of ceaseless battle. In an age ofrelentless conquest, warring Races battle ceaselessly for control of theOld World. While Orcs and Goblins of the Greenskin tribes hunger forcarnage, and Vampire Counts man their armies with the living dead,Dwarfs ascend from their ancient mines to settle old scores, and theEmpire of Man seeks to unite its fractured nation.
Build your empire and conquer this world by unleashing your might uponthe battlefield, harnessing storms of magical power and taking to theskies with flying creatures.
- License: Buy, $60 and In-App purchases
- Developer/Publisher: Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: September 28, 2017
- Requirements: macOS 10.12.4 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 34.24 GB - App Store
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Download File Size: 34.24 GB - Steam
Total War: Warhammer IITotal War: Warhammer II is a strategy game of colossal proportions.Choose from four iconic Races from the world of Warhammer FantasyBattles, and mount a campaign of conquest to save or destroy the NewWorld.
Enjoy hundreds of hours of sophisticated gameplay with a combination ofturn-based strategy on the campaign map and immense real-time clashes onthe battlefield.
The second in a trilogy and sequel to Creative Assembly's multiaward-winning Total War: Warhammer, Warhammer II delivers a breathtakingnew narrative campaign set across the magnificent continents of Lustria,Ulthuan, Naggaroth and the Southlands.
Command High Elves, Lizardmen, Dark Elves or Skaven in the Great Vortex Campaign
Delve into a deeply engrossing campaign playing as one of eightLegendary Lords belonging to any of four awe-inspiring Races. You mustperform a series of arcane rituals to control the Great Vortex, apowerful maelstrom of enormous magical energy.
- License: Buy, $60
- Developer/Publisher: Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: November 20, 2018
- Requirements: macOS 10.14 or higher - 64-bit
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XCOM 2 1.2.3Twenty years have passed since world leaders offered an unconditionalsurrender to alien forces. XCOM, the planet's last line of defense, wasleft decimated and scattered.
Now, in XCOM 2, the aliens rule Earth, building shining cities thatpromise a brilliant future for humanity on the surface, while concealinga sinister agenda and eliminating all who dissent from their new order.
Only those who live at the edges of the world have a margin of freedom.Here, a force gathers once again to stand up for humanity. Always on therun, and facing impossible odds, the remnant XCOM forces must find a wayto ignite a global resistance, and eliminate the alien threat once andfor all
- License: Buy, $25
- Developer/Publisher: Take Two Interactive/Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: February 23, 2017
- Requirements: Mac OS X 10.11.6 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 13.55 GB - App Store
Download - Steam
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn Of War II 1.0.3The sinister science fantasy universe of Warhammer® 40,000® comes tosavage life with Dawn of War® II on Mac and Linux.
It's the 41st Millennium in the Sub-Sector Aurelia, a cluster of worldson the edge of the Milky Way, where a battle of epic proportions isabout to begin. As a newly promoted Force Commander of the Blood RavensChapter, it is your privilege to lead crack squads of Space Marines intobattle against the forces of Orks, Tyranids and Eldar that threaten theImperium of Man.
Driven by an innovative campaign narrative steeped in the lore ofWarhammer 40,000, armies of technologically advanced warriors wagebrutal war against remorseless enemies in a series of addictivelyfast-paced and visceral combat missions.
- License: Buy, $20
- Developer/Publisher: Sega/Feral Interactive
- Modification Date: December 12, 2018
- Requirements: macOS 10.14 or higher - 64-bit
Download File Size: 16.5 GB - App Store
Download File Size: 16.5 GB - Steam
