Article by Greg Walker
Mac or PC: Does it Matter when You Make Money Writing Articles? by Greg Walker
If you would like to start to make money writing articles for clients, a decent computer is the most essential tool that you will require. However, there are computers and then there are computers.
Does it really matter if you get the cheapest computer you can find, or should you opt for something more expensive? I recently bought a Mac for the first time, and I thought I’d share what this has meant for my freelance writing.
Why a Computer is the One Thing You Should Invest More In
I am not known as a big spender. In fact, I’ve been described as thrifty to the point of excessive by many. That’s because I never spend money on things I don’t need. It may seem a bit strange, then, that I went and splashed out ,000 on a Mac when there are plenty of much cheaper PCs available on the market.
However, having been a freelance writer since 2008, I know how important a computer is for your productivity.
Working comfortably is one of the most important factors when it comes to being more productive as a freelance writer. Since switching my old laptop for a brand-new Mac, I’ve noticed that:
I enjoy writing more than ever and so am less likely to procrastinate and put off the actual work that I’ve got to do;
- I don’t have to suffer from constant PC crashes which got in the way of work;- I don’t need to spend any money on anti-virus software;- I don’t have to worry about defragging or anything else to keep the computer in good working order, giving me more time to spend on work;- The computer starts up in seconds saving yet more time.
All of this has meant that I am now more productive than ever, meaning I get more done each day than before I got the Mac.
Is an Expensive Computer Really Necessary for Writers?
The beauty of writing is that you don’t need to spend much to start finding clients and making money. You could easily get yourself a cheap computer and do the same amount of work. In fact, I would recommend that this is exactly what you do if you are just starting out.
But when you look at the additional costs of an expensive computer, and consider that you should be able to get a good four or five years out of it, I think that it is worth spending a bit more on a decent computer in the future for the extra comfort and productivity that it can lead to.
It doesn’t have to be a Mac, it could be any type of computer, as long as it is quick and powerful. But I honestly believe that by spending more money on your computer you can enjoy a more comfortable and productive working experience. There are few expenses involved when you become a freelance writer and start to make money writing articles, but a computer is one area where it may just be worth your while to splash out.
About the Author
Greg Walker is a freelance content writer who runs ProWebWriting.com, a website providing advice and information to help anyone to start up and run a rewarding and profitable freelance writing business from home.
