Which laptop should I buy?

I’m looking to buy a new laptop and need help choosing between Apple and Windows. So far, I’ve only used Windows laptops (mainly HP) but after 3–4 years, I consistently faced issues like battery degradation, lagging, and overheating. This time, I’m considering the MacBook Air M4. My primary usage will be personal tasks and software development. However, since I’m also about to start working with .NET, that’s an important factor to keep in mind.

Could you please suggest whether I should go for Windows or Apple? If you recommend Windows, could you also suggest a good model?