{"id":898,"date":"2017-08-07T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-08-07T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/architizer.wpengine.com\/laptop-for-architects-mac-or-pc\/"},"modified":"2023-11-21T03:26:44","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T08:26:44","slug":"laptop-for-architects-mac-or-pc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/practice\/tools\/laptop-for-architects-mac-or-pc\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Is the Best Laptop for Architects?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><p><em>Architizer\u2019s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tech Directory<\/a> <\/strong>is a database of tech tools for architects \u2014 from the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/generative-design-ai-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">generative design and AI<\/a>\u00a0to <a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/rendering-and-visualization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rendering and visualization<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/3d-modeling-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3D modeling<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/project-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">project management<\/a> and many more. <strong>Explore the complete library of categories\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/categories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Architizer Journal is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/inside-architizer\/architizer-hq\/architizer-affiliate-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn more<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a question that has attracted unending debate on forums across the internet for years \u2014 not just among architects, but for aspiring design professionals of all kinds.<\/p>\n<p>The perceived finality of selecting a work computer makes this a difficult choice, particularly for students just starting out. The computer you use from the beginning of your architectural career will be the one you get used to, and once you are familiar with it, there is a natural resistance to change. As you master the computer\u2019s native software, navigate its technical quirks and learn to love your hardware, it\u2019s quite possible that you will use that type of computer for the rest of your life in architecture.<\/p>\n<p>This may sound dramatic, but there is no denying this is a big decision \u2014 take a breath and read on before you decide \u2026<\/p>\n<h2>Build Quality<\/h2>\n<p>The question of build quality is a crucial one for architecture students and practicing architects alike, as we spend our days running between home, office, coffee shop and caf\u00e9. Our laptops have to survive the journey along with us, so it is essential to buy a computer that can withstand the rigors of daily life.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150186546026715018611930469cd2cc37681663354fb23caae6512411_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Left: Macbook Pro; right: Microsoft Surface Book; image via <a href=\"http:\/\/uk.pcmag.com\/microsoft-surface-book\/72854\/opinion\/how-the-surface-book-could-change-apples-lineup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PCMag UK<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>There is no clear-cut answer when it comes to the build quality of PC laptops, since there are many brands and models available, but among the best is the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2vxK2TS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Surface Book 2<\/a>, which is built with a light magnesium chassis and an innovative \u201cDynamic Fulcrum Hinge\u201d to keep it balanced at any angle. Other, cheaper PCs with plastic-based outer shells possess a certain flexibility that can provide a cushioning effect if dropped, but they have a tendency to crack and get scratched up over time.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, though, this is one area where the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2UUGDJ8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MacBook Pro<\/a> is unbeatable. Apple\u2019s flagship laptop is built with a unibody aluminum chassis, with no inconsistent gaps or joints that can result in creaking or torsional yielding. Using light aluminum means the MacBook has a great strength-to-weight ratio, and its sandblasted exterior shell minimizes the aesthetic impact of grazes and scrapes. If build quality is a top priority for you, Mac might be your best choice.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501861975131macbookpro13-100657828-orig_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Revit can now be run on MacBook on your browser using Frame; image via <a href=\"http:\/\/aecmag.com\/technology-mainmenu-35\/1032-review-running-cad-in-a-browser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AEC Magazine<\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n<h2>Software Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p>Historically, while Apple\u2019s OS runs perfectly with its own hardware, this closed system led to a more limited choice when it came to software \u2014 a fact that has long been a drawback for architects. In the past, big software developers like Autodesk and Bentley created CAD software solely for PC, while Mac users were limited to (the admittedly excellent) ArchiCAD or Vectorworks for their drafting needs.<\/p>\n<p>Things are now changing, with certain major players now viewing Apple\u2019s large user base of professional designers as a market they can\u2019t afford to ignore. Autodesk now offers AutoCAD for Mac, and in 2015 it became possible to run Revit on your Apple computer, too, but with a catch \u2014 to do so you must use <a href=\"https:\/\/fra.me\/how-it-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Frame<\/a>, a platform that delivers Windows applications and work-flows from the cloud, to run Revit within a browser. This key BIM program is still not available natively, but if you have Frame, perhaps it doesn\u2019t need to be.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865673563Screen_Shot_2017-08-04_at_12.52.13_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i> Autodesk\u2019s offerings for Mac. Frame is needed to run Revit, Inventor and Inventor LT; image via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/solutions\/mac-compatible-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Autodesk<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>The other thing to note here is that you can actually run Windows in its entirety on your MacBook with the help of Boot Camp and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2vur7tn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parallels<\/a>, partitioning your hard drive and effectively giving you the best of both worlds in terms of software compatibility. This is not possible in reverse, so Apple appears to hold an advantage over PCs in this respect, but it comes at a price. We\u2019ll get on to that next.<\/p>\n<h2>Price<\/h2>\n<p>It is generally accepted that Apple products are premium products, and their high price repels many people from purchasing them \u2014 particularly architecture students and young professionals on a budget. This is true, but there are plenty of high-end PCs on the market, too \u2014 ultimately, it comes down to choice, and there is a much larger range of price points for PCs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA lot of the hype about the Mac laptops comes from the fact that the entire Mac series is in the high range,\u201d says Abhimanyu Pallavi Sudhir on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quora.com\/How-are-Apple-MacBooks-superior-to-other-branded-laptops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Quora<\/a>. \u201cWindows laptops run from a $60 Stream to a $1,000 <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Lfnn9A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thinkpad<\/a> to a $3,600 <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PECLuN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alienware laptop<\/a>. Macintosh laptops run from $900 to $2,000.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501862599225ThinkPad_Yoga_260_3_01_copy.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WmaSKM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lenovo\u2019s Thinkpad Yoga 260<\/a>; via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.notebookcheck.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Notebookcheck<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>To create a more comparable scenario, Sudhir compared specific models at the same price point \u2014 a $1,300 <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WmaSKM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lenovo Thinkpad Yoga<\/a> with a $1,300 <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2UUGDJ8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MacBook Pro<\/a> with retina display. You can check out his full analysis <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quora.com\/How-are-Apple-MacBooks-superior-to-other-branded-laptops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>, but his takeaway is as follows: The PC wins for the processor, screen finish, keyboard, trackpad, energy consumption, casing, customizability, touchscreen and hinge. The Macintosh wins for the graphics, screen resolution, trackpad finish, battery life, weight and thickness.<\/p>\n<p>So, it could be argued that both models in question \u2014 Mac and PC \u2014 represent good value depending on your priorities. In the end, it seems you really do get what you pay for.<\/p>\n<h2>Life Span<\/h2>\n<p>While processing power and graphics will dictate the longevity of a laptop for many, these aspects won\u2019t matter if your computer\u2019s build quality is low. This is where a MacBook comes into its own again \u2014 the robust nature of Apple\u2019s hardware means that it will outlast the majority of PCs, and this in turn makes its hefty price point appear more palatable.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The seductive aesthetic qualities and robust build of a Mac versus the greater compatibility and comparatively lower price of a PC make this a difficult choice, and as much as you may want a definitive answer, we have to disappoint you! This all comes down to personal preferences.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501865458082Mac_vs_PC_2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>If ArchiCAD or Vectorworks is your go-to CAD application, a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2UUGDJ8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MacBook<\/a> is a reliable \u2014 not to mention stunning \u2014 option that has the capability of paying for itself over time thanks to its incredible build quality and stable OS. On the other hand, if you have specific preference pertaining to processing power, graphics or price, a specialist PC may well prove the better option.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cChoosing the Windows platform also gives you a lot of choice,\u201d says Sudhir. \u201cDo you want durability and features? Get a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Lfnn9A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thinkpad<\/a>. Do you want durability and a great trackpad? Get an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2URNjb9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elitebook<\/a>. Do you want sleekness, screen resolution and design? Get an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2GHowkI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ideapad<\/a>. Do you just want a cheap PC? You\u2019ve got a ton of options \u2026 Where the PC loses out, there are other PCs that win over the Mac.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>So there you have it \u2014 PC offers a great range of options and the ability to customize, while Mac continues to excel in specific areas. Neither is the wrong choice \u2014 all that matters is choosing a computer that complements your personal work-flow.<\/p>\n<p>Which computer do you use? Are you considering a change from PC to Mac or vice versa? Let us know in the comments on Facebook!<\/p>\n<p><em>Architizer\u2019s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tech Directory<\/a> <\/strong>is a database of tech tools for architects \u2014 from the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/generative-design-ai-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">generative design and AI<\/a>\u00a0to <a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/rendering-and-visualization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rendering and visualization<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/3d-modeling-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3D modeling<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/project-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">project management<\/a> and many more. <strong>Explore the complete library of categories\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tech.architizer.com\/listing\/categories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This may sound dramatic, but there is no denying this is a big decision \u2014 take a breath and read on before you decide \u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"architizer_featured_type":"projects","architizer_featured_image":"2158667","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,6],"tags":[25],"architizer_project":[],"architizer_brand":[],"architizer_firm":[],"architizer_product":[],"class_list":["post-898","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-practice","category-tools","tag-tech"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Which Is the Best Laptop for Architects? 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