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J.Venning wrote:
"Wes Newell" wrote in message newsan.2005.08.01.06.18.06.386560@TAKEOUTverizon .net... On Mon, 01 Aug 2005 07:11:55 +0200, J.Venning wrote: Well, Linux is not Windows, but you can run Windows programs in Linux (with wine, and several other programs that allow this). Linux also supports many windows formats or the data can easily be converted to a linux format that will run under a native linux app. And the fact that you spent a small fortune for windows programs to run in windows only furthers my point. As for shared files, most linux apps will create data files in many formats that windows users can use. But I'm not sure you can read this since I sent it in Linux.:-) I am fully aware of the advantages of using Linux (and Mac), compared to Windows, but I do a tremendous amount of work with MS Word and Corel PhotoPaint, and these have to be assessed, approved, and published. No one in this network of mine uses Linux (nor Mac), and people who are pressed for time don't look favourably towards having to convert files into another platform to view and work But it's perfectly ok for them to spend endless hours chasing down the latest viri and trojans out of their windows computers? : in the days when I used the Mac, they would simply send the files back and asked me to convert them to Windows before forwarding the files. What format was that? OpenOffice under linux or windows does a pretty good job of leveling the play field with Microsoft proprietary file formats. Unlike some, I still have an open mind towards the various Os's, and I would certainly welcome your views on the advantages you would put forth for my changing to Linux. As for Internet newsgroups, I don't think the server differentiates or favours the various different platforms one uses. J. |
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"Jerry McBride" wrote in message
... But it's perfectly ok for them to spend endless hours chasing down the latest viri and trojans out of their windows computers? With due respect, my associates and I do not - repeat, do not - "spend endless hours chasing down the latest viri and trojans" out of our computers. We assign that to Norton - yes, Norton. I am aware that there are those in this newsgroup who do not feel that Norton is doing a good job. That's alright, we all have the right to choose which programs we want to use, and as far as I am concerned, Norton does what I needed done. What format was that? OpenOffice under linux or windows does a pretty good job of leveling the play field with Microsoft proprietary file formats. I have no doubt that they do, but like I pointed out, I am open minded about these matters, others weren't. The moment they saw that I had sent them anything in Mac format, be it a spreadsheet, poster, or what-have-you, they saw red and became furious - the very same way some Mac users tend to do whenever the word "Windows" is mentioned. It was almost like talking to some hard-headed Republicans about Democrats. I have to use the computer for my work, and I discovered that it was best for me to have a machine that is in line with the mainstream of those with whom I work. I have no doubt that there are advantages of the Mac or Linux over PC, but that didn't make my working with the mainstream easier by going against the flow of the current. J. |
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On Wed, 03 Aug 2005 18:26:37 +0200, J.Venning wrote:
What format was that? OpenOffice under linux or windows does a pretty good job of leveling the play field with Microsoft proprietary file formats. I have no doubt that they do, but like I pointed out, I am open minded about these matters, others weren't. The moment they saw that I had sent them anything in Mac format, be it a spreadsheet, poster, or what-have-you, they saw red and became furious - the very same way some Mac users tend to do whenever the word "Windows" is mentioned. It was almost like talking to some hard-headed Republicans about Democrats. I have to use the computer for my work, and I discovered that it was best for me to have a machine that is in line with the mainstream of those with whom I work. I have no doubt that there are advantages of the Mac or Linux over PC, but that didn't make my working with the mainstream easier by going against the flow of the current. J. Well, why did you send it in a mac proprietary format? I mean that was pretty dumb if you knew they ran windows. Still, there's no reason for them to become furious. This could have all been avoided if you had used Linux since it can send files in the format of your choosing. That's the point. Anyone that sends out files in proprietary format when a global platform format is available is a moron. I got so tired of getting .doc files for newer win office suites that couldn't be read on older office suites that I finally emailed all my vendors and informed them that I would no longer accept text files in a proprietary single platform file type. And I ran windows at work. For them to expect me to go buy a newer Office suite to read text files is just stupid. But. if you don't mind gettting played by the MS group, have at it. Stay with windows. I couldn't care less how you spend your money. Now if you worked for me, well, you wouldn't for long. -- KT133 MB, CPU @2400MHz (24x100): SIS755 MB CPU @2330MHz (10x233) Need good help? Provide all system info with question. My server http://wesnewell.no-ip.com/cpu.php Verizon server http://mysite.verizon.net/res0exft/cpu.htm |
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"Wes Newell" wrote in message
newsan.2005.08.03.17.21.19.328428@TAKEOUTverizon .net... (snip) .. Now if you worked for me, well, you wouldn't for long Mea culpa, mea maxima culpa ! Please bear in mind, I'm talking about something that happened 7 years ago. I wasn't even aware of Linux, and my enthusiasm for the Mac made me invest in that OS. I am somewhat wiser today, having spent a helluva lot more time in front of the monitor and tapping away like mad. Well, what openings for a job did you have in mind for me? J. |
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"NoNoBadDog!" wrote in message news:WTTpe.19169$_w.14495@trnddc01... You have pretty big b*lls asking for someone to help you steal what is not yours. Buy a legitimate copy. It is because of scum like you that prices for software are so inflated. How would you like it if you developed something, and then people proceeded to steal it instead of pay you for it? You are a thief. You and your kind are not appreciated in this newsgroup. Bobby .....and we all know if we took a peek at Big Bad Bobby's PC there wouldn't be any MP3's and all of Bobby's software would be paid for. Suuure.... |
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x64 pro activation removal ?
Hi, Wes Linux is ok, but windows is easier to use for most users. How would
you like it if someone always jumped in your Linux conversation and promoted Windows.... its borders on off topic... "Wes Newell" wrote in message newsan.2005.07.31.05.35.13.84338@TAKEOUTverizon. net... On Sat, 30 Jul 2005 22:57:32 -0400, Doug Lynn wrote: Hi, $149 Win XP pro 64 bit OEM, buy it with any internal computer part, a cable, floppy etc. Just one serious question, and I'm not sure who can answer it. Why in the world would anyone want to spend $149 (or any amount for that matter) for any OS when they can get Linux in both 32 or 64 bit versions for free? They can upgrade it for free every year. Don't have to worry about viruses. Don't have to purchase additional office suites.etc. since they're free too (and usually come with the distro. -- KT133 MB, CPU @2400MHz (24x100): SIS755 MB CPU @2330MHz (10x233) Need good help? Provide all system info with question. My server http://wesnewell.no-ip.com/cpu.php Verizon server http://mysite.verizon.net/res0exft/cpu.htm |
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x64 pro activation removal ?
On Sun, 16 Oct 2005 16:09:03 -0400, Doug Lynn wrote:
Hi, Wes Linux is ok, but windows is easier to use for most users. In test I've conducted with non computer users, all have preferred Linux over the Windows environment. While most could get Linux and apps installed. Most couldn't even get the base windows systems installed properly. How would you like it if someone always jumped in your Linux conversation and promoted Windows.... its borders on off topic... I've never gone to a windows ng and trolled. But just read some of the linux ng's infested with wintrolls. Besides, check the group name. This is a hardware group, for the discussion of the hardware and not OS's, so any in depth discussion of any OS is off topic. And lastly, why bring this up now, 2 1/2 months after my orignal post, where you told a guy that wasn't looking for a place to buy Windows, but only test it, where to buy it. that's not really a question. Just pointing out the absurdity of your post. -- KT133 MB, CPU @2400MHz (24x100): SIS755 MB CPU @2330MHz (10x233) Need good help? Provide all system info with question. My server http://wesnewell.no-ip.com/cpu.php Verizon server http://mysite.verizon.net/res0exft/cpu.htm |
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x64 pro activation removal ?
Re activation,
Does MS keep tabs on the activation number during win update, so that they'd know if someone were to, half a year after installing XP, install it again on another pc using the same activation number without abandoning the first, or do they just throw out the number after a few months? -- Ed Light Smiley :-/ MS Smiley :-\ Send spam to the FTC at Thanks, robots. Bring the Troops Home: http://bringthemhomenow.org Fight Spam: http://bluesecurity.com |
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