We ask: Is it time to consider a Mac for your business? PC and Mac compatibility Thanks largely to the dominance of the iPhone and the rise of the iPad, the popularity of Macs has soared, and an increasing number of people are using Apple's products across a variety of industries. Today, Macs are a realistic alternative for businesses, but are they worth it? Back then, Apple Macs could only be found in high-end design studios. There was once a time when Microsoft Windows ruled the business world.