On Tue, Nov 27, 2012 at 11:24 AM, Tom C <caka...@gmail.com> wrote: > I was in the market for a new laptop, but now it'll likely be a > problem finding what I want with Windows 7. Hence my > thoughts on a Mac.
You haven't even used Windows 8 but you're considering switching to an entirely different computer system because of what other people have written? Perhaps you should give it a try first before you make such a big change. I've only used Windows 8 a little myself, but I really don't think it's that bad. Now, the "Modern" (formerly "Metro") design was clearly made with touch-sensitive devices in mind, so you'll probably want to switch it to desktop mode. There are ways to get the Start button functionality back, so you'd basically be using your regular old Windows again. I think Win8 will get better as more people use it and Microsoft updates it to deal with user feedback. They know it's not a hit, so I think they'll actively try to win over skeptical users with changes. That last sentence is why I'm waiting a while before I upgrade from Windows 7. My PC works wonderfully with 7, and I'd like to see where 8 goes before I bother messing with perfection. If you're completely anti-8, just get whatever laptop you wanted, wipe the hard drive, buy an OEM copy of Windows 7 and install it. You will be happy with it for a very long time. John P.S.: If you're serious about switching to Mac, just think about how much you'll have to spend on all that new hardware and software you'll need to get to replace what you have on your PC. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
