Sid, it's all good, at least on my end. You can trash Apple and your Mac all you want, just don't see the sense in blaming Apple for FF's install.
Perfect example.
What on earth makes you think I'm trashing Apple or Macs? I forked over almost two grand to buy one of their machines. You asked for feedback, I gave an honest response.
That you see it as trashing Apples or Macs says much about you.
It's become the default install at my office. I've not used it, but it's passed the test with the tech dept. Not much to lose there, Patch. It's free. If you dont' like it, you can try something else.
It's fugly, though. Very windows in its interface.
I will check it out on the G5, the intel version requires a donation for the next few weeks, then it too will be free.
What on earth makes you think I'm trashing Apple or Macs? I forked over almost two grand to buy one of their machines. You asked for feedback, I gave an honest response.
That you see it as trashing Apples or Macs says much about you.
Oy. Sid... You said the downloading process was far from intuitive. You're looking for ways in which your computing experience on a Mac is different than your PC. Of course you're talking about the Mac.
Sorry if I ticked you off, just trying to help, and have a little fun with you along the way. Lighten up, Francis.
When I set up my home network with a D link router and wireless access point for my cable modem, it took me less than five minutes to set up my wireless access complete with WAP encoding for my PB. No one else even sees my wireless signal.
I run my Mini wirelessly the same way.
Using a Mac is different than a PC, Sid, expect a few changes. In a few weeks/ or months, you will forget all about PCs, and think that the MAC is intuitive. That has been my experience and I used PCs for the last 20 years. But no longer.
Having a bootable external FW drive full backup is so superior to a disc image stored somewhere, there is no comparision.
NeoOffice is on the G5. I opened an xls file, created and saved a doc file. So far so good. I was able to print without a problem. This may be the solution I was looking for. Now only if Photoshop were open source.
I would take a look at it Sid. Of course the Intel version is not quite as far along as the G5 version.
NeoOffice is on the G5. I opened an xls file, created and saved a doc file. So far so good. I was able to print without a problem. This may be the solution I was looking for. Now only if Photoshop were open source.
I would take a look at it Sid. Of course the Intel version is not quite as far along as the G5 version.
Glad to hear it's working out. I'm planning on installing it on my step-son's MacBook (when he finally gets it) before he goes off to college. Hopefully the Universal Binary will be up to snuff by then.
Oy. Sid... You said the downloading process was far from intuitive. You're looking for ways in which your computing experience on a Mac is different than your PC. Of course you're talking about the Mac.
Sorry if I ticked you off, just trying to help, and have a little fun with you along the way. Lighten up, Francis.
Ay, obviously I'm talking about the Mac. I'm not trashing it.
Tell you what: I'll not get pissed off, if you don't get defensive anytime someone points out that a Mac is sometimes less than a little slice of heaven.
Ay, obviously I'm talking about the Mac. I'm not trashing it.
Tell you what: I'll not get pissed off, if you don't get defensive anytime someone points out that a Mac is sometimes less than a little slice of heaven.
Deal?
Deal. We could talk about the Finder. That's a little slice of hell, IMO. Not as hot and fiery as a PC, mebbe, but still hellacious.
When I set up my home network with a D link router and wireless access point for my cable modem, it took me less than five minutes to set up my wireless access complete with WAP encoding for my PB. No one else even sees my wireless signal.
Using a Mac is different than a PC, Sid, expect a few changes. In a few weeks/ or months, you will forget all about PCs, and think that the MAC is intuitive. That has been my experience and I used PCs for the last 20 years. But no longer.
Naturally, I'm aware of that. But I have a sneaky suspicion you're extremely computer literate. The same, alas, cannot be said for me. I told David I should probably buy the Mac for Dummies book, makes perfect sense for someone with my weak skills.
I told David I should probably buy the Mac for Dummies book, makes perfect sense for someone with my weak skills.
it might be worth stopping by your local Apple store (or checking out apple.com/retail, I think) to see what classes they have available. Not that you're really a "dummy," but seeing someone familiar with the platform operate it might point out some of the "norms" that Mac people "just know" because they've done them so long and find "intuitive."
Ay, obviously I'm talking about the Mac. I'm not trashing it.
Tell you what: I'll not get pissed off, if you don't get defensive anytime someone points out that a Mac is sometimes less than a little slice of heaven.
Glad to hear it's working out. I'm planning on installing it on my step-son's MacBook (when he finally gets it) before he goes off to college. Hopefully the Universal Binary will be up to snuff by then.
I am debating spending a few bucks to try it early, the earlier you try the more it costs.
it might be worth stopping by your local Apple store (or checking out apple.com/retail, I think) to see what classes they have available. Not that you're really a "dummy," but seeing someone familiar with the platform operate it might point out some of the "norms" that Mac people "just know" because they've done them so long and find "intuitive."
wait a minute. I am trying to negotiate a steak dinner out of this deal.
There are three Apple stores local to Atlanta now.
There are three Apple stores local to Atlanta now.
you counting the new one at Perimiter? Hey Sid, maybe we can all meet there for a long lunch some day. :eat 'course, in no way would that take away from a steak dinner.
you counting the new one at Perimiter? Hey Sid, maybe we can all meet there for a long lunch some day. :eat 'course, in no way would that take away from a steak dinner.
Yes, I have not been there yet. I can meet up there one day.
I think I just figured out where someone will be with their laptop tomorrow.
Saturday, June 10th
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Getting Started Workshop
Got a new Mac? Thinking about getting one? Learn how easy it is to use a Mac at the Getting Started Workshop. We’ll show you the basics, including setting up your new Mac, connecting to the web, sending email, importing and sharing photos, syncing music to your iPod, connecting a printer, and searching and organizing files. (Workshop)
you counting the new one at Perimiter? Hey Sid, maybe we can all meet there for a long lunch some day. :eat 'course, in no way would that take away from a steak dinner.
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And next time you ask someone what their experience is like, you might consider lowering your defensive Mac shields just a wee bit.
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Probably was. Didn't realize you bought an Airport as well. I thought you were talking about the Airport card in your lappy.
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Sid, it's all good, at least on my end. You can trash Apple and your Mac all you want, just don't see the sense in blaming Apple for FF's install.
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What on earth makes you think I'm trashing Apple or Macs? I forked over almost two grand to buy one of their machines. You asked for feedback, I gave an honest response.
That you see it as trashing Apples or Macs says much about you.
Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam
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I will check it out on the G5, the intel version requires a donation for the next few weeks, then it too will be free.
Oy. Sid... You said the downloading process was far from intuitive. You're looking for ways in which your computing experience on a Mac is different than your PC. Of course you're talking about the Mac.
Sorry if I ticked you off, just trying to help, and have a little fun with you along the way. Lighten up, Francis.
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I run my Mini wirelessly the same way.
Using a Mac is different than a PC, Sid, expect a few changes. In a few weeks/ or months, you will forget all about PCs, and think that the MAC is intuitive. That has been my experience and I used PCs for the last 20 years. But no longer.
Having a bootable external FW drive full backup is so superior to a disc image stored somewhere, there is no comparision.
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I would take a look at it Sid.
Glad to hear it's working out. I'm planning on installing it on my step-son's MacBook (when he finally gets it) before he goes off to college. Hopefully the Universal Binary will be up to snuff by then.
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Tell you what: I'll not get pissed off, if you don't get defensive anytime someone points out that a Mac is sometimes less than a little slice of heaven.
Deal?
Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam
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Deal. We could talk about the Finder. That's a little slice of hell, IMO. Not as hot and fiery as a PC, mebbe, but still hellacious.
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Tell me how.
Naturally, I'm aware of that. But I have a sneaky suspicion you're extremely computer literate. The same, alas, cannot be said for me. I told David I should probably buy the Mac for Dummies book, makes perfect sense for someone with my weak skills.
Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam
http://www.mcneel.com/users/jb/foghorn/ill_shut_up.au
it might be worth stopping by your local Apple store (or checking out apple.com/retail, I think) to see what classes they have available. Not that you're really a "dummy," but seeing someone familiar with the platform operate it might point out some of the "norms" that Mac people "just know" because they've done them so long and find "intuitive."
my words, my "pro"pictures, my "fun" pictures, my videos.
I am debating spending a few bucks to try it early, the earlier you try the more it costs.
wait a minute. I am trying to negotiate a steak dinner out of this deal.
There are three Apple stores local to Atlanta now.
you counting the new one at Perimiter? Hey Sid, maybe we can all meet there for a long lunch some day. :eat 'course, in no way would that take away from a steak dinner.
my words, my "pro"pictures, my "fun" pictures, my videos.
Yes, I have not been there yet. I can meet up there one day.
Apple @ perimeter
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Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam
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I'd also be happy to help via iChat or phone...
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Hey, great link, very helpful, Patrick.
Can't do Saturday AM. That's reserved for England - Paraguay.
But they have the same session on Sunday from 12pm - 1pm. Then off to shoot GaTech baseball.
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Thanks David, I may take you up on that.
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Are you demoing it? Is it working?
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