I got a new lap top. I love tax season. I did tons of research, looked at product reviews, compared prices at different stores. So far, I am really happy with my choice. I got a Gateway. Remember Gateways? They're the ones in the cow box.
Gateways were very popular when they came out. I think it's because of the box, but that's just me. The computers they made started to really lack in quality after awhile. But, unlike many companies, they have chosen to improve on their product.
I read reviews for at least four different brands of lap tops, including HP, which is the one that crashed. In defense of the HP, I'm pretty sure it was a virus, and not the HP. Even the reviews of those were not as favorable as the Gateway. I did search different sights, not just one. I also checked reviews from different large office supply stores, and electronice stores. I didn't want to base my decison on one source.
One of the things that I really like about it is the size of the buttons on the keyboard. They seem to be larger than the keys on the old one. I am still getting used to the layout. I'm used to things being in a certain place. When the computer doesn't do what I want it to, I realize that I've pushed the wrong button. I like that it has a full number key pad. You have to push the NumLock key, which I kept forgetting, to make it work. I'm hoping I'll remember now.
I think the neatest feature is the accessory buttons along the top. There are no buttons for the volume, wireless connection, and disconnecting the touch pad. You touch the icon, it lights up, and does whatever the function is. Too cool. I'll try to get pictures posted, which brings me to what I don't like about it.
Windows 7. Our printers are too old (they were new when we got our desk top and the other lap top), Kodak EasyShare won't load completely (again, the new lap top won't support the technology), and we had a heck of a time getting our internet provider downloaded (the discs we had were for an older version, not supported by Windows 7). Apparently, makers of technology assume that everyone has a high speed connection or WiFi. We don't. It took a little bit, but we finally got it done. Now to solve the printer issue. We'll figure that one out somehow.
I'm going to use the photo program that came with the lap top. I need to get my pictures off my memory card and onto the computer. I'm hoping to get a disc drive to put it on, but for now, just the computer. I'll see if I can get a bunch of pictures loaded that I've been wanting to post, but haven't been able to. So much more to do. I still need to download iTunes and Zune for our iPods and MP3. I'm saving that until I get to a high speed connection.
Lots of neat stuff I haven't even messed with yet. Lots of stuff I need to learn about. I'm pretty happy with it so far. I'll keep you updated. I'm gonna go play now. Peace!
2 comments:
I love having a new toy, but I despise the learning curve!! Enjoy and have fun. Kisses to everybody!!
I love having a laptop with a full keyboard and the 10-key. I use that 10-key quite a bit. You used to have to get the bigger screens to get the 10-key, but they're showing up on more models now. Mom and Dad and I just joined forces and bought little Shaney a laptop (an Acer). My laptop is an HP and it's doing pretty good. It's a bit noisy, but it works. I must have some of the same touch-areas at the top of my keyboard that you do, since I usually mute the sound when I just meant to turn it down.
Anyway, I can talk computers all day, but I'd better get to bed.
Love you!
Scott
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