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What software are you talking about? The software I need requires unix. I can run VM's in windows, but I find OS X a much better experience.

The OS really doesn't matter is the point. Big apps: after effects, mathematica etc - that sort of workstation stuff doesn't make a difference.

Virtualization is fine for non desktop apps. That's exactly what I do.

It matters to me for various small reasons, and I'm willing to pay a premium for that.