I just bought a MacBook. So far I think it is great. I am very, very inexperienced with computers, though- so there will be a big learning curve.

Just wondering if others use a Mac. If so I hope to get some pointers.

Thanks, Sheltie!

I'll pass it on.

Linda

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Originally posted by johnbol:Two weeks ago, ds bought a new laptop (PC)...

If he doesn't qualify for the free Windows 7 upgrade:

"Finally, as a way of saying thank you to our loyal Windows customers, we are excited to introduce a special time limited offer! We will offer people in select markets the opportunity to pre-order Windows 7 at a more than 50% discount. In the US, this will mean you can pre-order Windows 7 Home Premium for USD $49.99 or Windows 7 Professional for USD $99.99. You can take advantage of this special offer online via select retail partners such as Best Buy or Amazon, or the online Microsoft Store (in participating markets)."

http://windowsteamblog.com/blo...ing-bring-on-ga.aspx

I reported this to my son, Sheltie.

Two weeks ago, ds bought a new laptop (PC) and he was very interested to here this.

Thanks!

Linda

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Originally posted by Sheltieguy:
[...]Starting tomorrow, Microsoft is unveiling a program where people who buy a Vista Preinstalled computer can reportedly get a Windows 7 upgrade for free.

http://www.microsoft.com/windo.../offers/upgrade.aspx
[...]

Great!! Good News!
Dena needs a new computer but she didn't want Vista.

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Originally posted by johnbol:

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Originally posted by Sheltieguy:
I'm a Vista PC.

And you're happy? That system is what keeps dh and ds from getting new.Linda

Starting tomorrow, Microsoft is unveiling a program where people who buy a Vista Preinstalled computer can reportedly get a Windows 7 upgrade for free.

http://www.microsoft.com/windo.../offers/upgrade.aspx

I have no real complaints about Vista SP1, but probably won't be able to resist upgrading to The Latest Thing. Windows 7 certainly has been getting great reviews in the computer press.

Thanks for the update, Sheltieguy.

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Originally posted by johnbol:

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Originally posted by Sheltieguy:
I'm a Vista PC.

And you're happy? That system is what keeps dh and ds from getting new. Linda

FYI:

"Microsoft confirmed on Tuesday that it is planning for Windows 7 to hit retail shelves and start showing up on new PCs on October 22."

"The software maker also confirmed, without giving details, that it plans to offer some sort of "technology guarantee" giving those who buy Vista machines close to the Windows 7 launch a free or discounted copy of the new operating system... The tech guarantee program is not beginning immediately, but Microsoft did raise the possibility it will offer some sort of lower-cost upgrade to those who are already using Windows Vista."

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1386...ws&tag=2547-1_3-0-20

I have been using Vista SP1 Preinstalled every day since last December, and still have no real complaints. That said, the computer media say that Win7 is even better.

BTW, one common complaint about Vista is it's UAC security pop-ups:

I run as an Admin, and don't have any complaints about these.

If a person hates Vista's UAC pop-ups, they can be turned completely off.

Window 7's UAC system is designed to be more adjustable, and less intrusive.

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And you're happy? That system is what keeps dh and ds from getting new.

Yup, I am happy with Vista SP1 Preinstalled. No complaints here.

Many Vista complaints are based on past history, and are no longer valid.

That said, the beta version of Microsoft's next operating system, Windows 7, is getting rave reviews in the computer press.

Media rumors have it, that anyone who buys a Vista PC after July 1 will get a free upgrade to Windows 7.

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2015

Here is PC Magazine's review of Windows 7 Beta.

http://www.pcmag.com/print_art...,a%253D235670,00.asp

I bought a pretty powerful computer, to make sure that Vista didn't give me any performance problems.

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Originally posted by johnbol:

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Originally posted by Sheltieguy:
I'm a Vista PC.

And you're happy? [...]Linda

ditto.
I have heard nothing but complaints about Vista.

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Originally posted by Sheltieguy:
I'm a Vista PC.

And you're happy? That system is what keeps dh and ds from getting new.

Linda

Wait until you discover podcasts, Sandy. You can even get Oprah's book club on there, and the news, and how to podcasts and…

Linda

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Originally posted by jillybean:
Sandy,
I am typing this on my Macbook!

Jill

I'm typing this on my MacBook too! It really has been a lot of fun. I even created a small playlist for my ipod

I'm a Vista PC.

Sandy,
I am typing this on my Macbook! I had an iBook, which i spilled something on the keyboard and fried and have had my Macbook since November-I love it!!

Jill

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Originally posted by Alli Coffin:


I'm also a born-again Apple fan this week. I washed and dried my iPod shuffle with the laundry. It still works just fine, which I think might be a bonafide miracle.

alli

OH! MY! GOSH! ALLI! It must have been dry cleaning. Anything electronic is the natural enemy of liquid. You are so fortunate. Can I touch your hand?

Linda

Thanks, Alli!

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Originally posted by Sandy:
I just bought a MacBook. So far I think it is great. I am very, very inexperienced with computers, though- so there will be a big learning curve.

Just wondering if others use a Mac. If so I hope to get some pointers.

Like Linda, I'm a long term Mac user. Once you've turned Mac, you'll never go back

I'm also a born-again Apple fan this week. I washed and dried my iPod shuffle with the laundry. It still works just fine, which I think might be a bonafide miracle.

alli

Thanks! I'll have to learn enough to ask questions first...