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Dolors Selis 
Spain
Local time: 16:02
English to Catalan
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| I HAVE GOT BOTH, BUT I USE A LAPTOP | Feb 27, 2008 |
Until last week I had always used a PC DESKTOP. Now I own a laptop and although I thought I would continue to use them both due to a feeling of gratitude towards the old one (it never left me down), now I am happier working till late in the kitchen in front of the fireplace.
I'm sorry for my old friend and I hope I'll be able to assign it a new function.
Dolors Selis i Masnou
| | | | | Desktop, but only until the end of the week | Feb 27, 2008 |
I've been using a desktop PC for years but I decided to use a laptop as a desktop replacement. I was undecided but I read on the fora that many people use laptops ONLY, so I figure I could do it too.
Since I need a comfortable keyboard and at least one large screen, I bought a cheap dock on Ebay. The cool thing about the dock is that it provides the laptop with several extra ports in order to connect all kinds of peripherals, including a double-monitor set-up; and the dock can be ea... See more I've been using a desktop PC for years but I decided to use a laptop as a desktop replacement. I was undecided but I read on the fora that many people use laptops ONLY, so I figure I could do it too.
Since I need a comfortable keyboard and at least one large screen, I bought a cheap dock on Ebay. The cool thing about the dock is that it provides the laptop with several extra ports in order to connect all kinds of peripherals, including a double-monitor set-up; and the dock can be easily disconnected from the laptop.
Still, I will keep the desktop just in case. ▲ Collapse
| | | | | Three laptops | Feb 27, 2008 |
One with a 17 inch screen, which stays in the office as it's much too heavy to lug around, but is great for everyday work, normally connected to a docking station, with all the extra peripherals. Nice to be able to take it to another room if I'm sick of being at the desk.
The other has a dinky 12 inch screen, lovely and light to carry around and use for a day or two on the move - doesn't take up too much space at airports, on the train etc.
Finally, my Mac. Don't really... See more One with a 17 inch screen, which stays in the office as it's much too heavy to lug around, but is great for everyday work, normally connected to a docking station, with all the extra peripherals. Nice to be able to take it to another room if I'm sick of being at the desk.
The other has a dinky 12 inch screen, lovely and light to carry around and use for a day or two on the move - doesn't take up too much space at airports, on the train etc.
Finally, my Mac. Don't really use it for work, but nice to know it's there as backup, if needed.
Wouldn't go back to a desktop now.
[Edited at 2008-02-27 16:12] ▲ Collapse
| | | | neilmac
Spain
Local time: 16:02
Spanish to English
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depending on where and when. I agree with what everyone says, the larger PC is faster and more comfortable - but Mac users take note - you won't find much use for them in Spain except for graphic programs - almost everything textwise here is done on PCs.
I had a big problem with a French translation once, as apparently Macs are more widely used there and I had to spend time finding someone who could convert the formats for me... although I hear it's more user friendly/compatible nowadays.... See more depending on where and when. I agree with what everyone says, the larger PC is faster and more comfortable - but Mac users take note - you won't find much use for them in Spain except for graphic programs - almost everything textwise here is done on PCs.
I had a big problem with a French translation once, as apparently Macs are more widely used there and I had to spend time finding someone who could convert the formats for me... although I hear it's more user friendly/compatible nowadays.
PS some of these polls are indeed pretty pointless. ▲ Collapse
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Jack Doughty
United Kingdom
Local time: 15:02
Russian to English
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In memoriam
Pardon my ignorance, but what is a tablet?
| | | | lillkakan
Local time: 16:02
English to Swedish
For Jack:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tablet_pc
Personally I don't like the tablet for working, but I adore using one as input/pointer device when I work with graphics. I move too often to be comfortable with a stationary desktop PC - I went laptop only a couple of years back and I loooove my *pink* Inspiron, even if the 17'' is bulky to carry around.
| | | | Jocelyne S
France
Local time: 16:02
French to English
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| Thank you, Jack | Feb 27, 2008 |
Jack Doughty wrote:
Pardon my ignorance, but what is a tablet?
I was waiting for someone to ask and didn't have time earlier to post the question myself!
Best,
Jocelyne
| | | | Amy Duncan (X)
Brazil
Local time: 11:02
Portuguese to English
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| Ahh...I get it. | Feb 27, 2008 |
Kemal Mustajbegovic wrote:
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That's what the poster/editor/moderator is supposed to add to make this poll complete.
That's all I wanted to say, Amy!
[Edited at 2008-02-27 14:29]
Yes, you're right - the options could have been more complete!
Amy
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B D Finch
France
Local time: 16:02
French to English
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| I also use both but ... | Feb 27, 2008 |
Reed D. James wrote:
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The other advantage of a desktop computer is that if something breaks, or you want to upgrade it (i.e. the monitor, keyboard, mouse) you can buy/replace it separately.
I use my notebook because it is newer, faster and has Office 2003, while my desktop PC, though also Windows XP runs Office 2002. and has less memory. However, I use my notebook on my computer desk with a plug-in keyboard and a mouse. I never use the laptop's built-in keyboard if I can possibly avoid it. I even travel with my lightweight alu keyboard. I like not having the noise of the desktop fan. However, I am a bit concerned about what I would do if I needed to switch to the desktop because of a breakdown, as I cannot open 2003 files in XP.
My partner has a Mac but I find the graphics irritating and don't like the peculiar version of Office or the fact that he can't get his Canon scanner to work on it. I know people say it's more intuitive than Windows, but I don't find that it is for me.
| | | | Oleg Rudavin
Ukraine
Local time: 17:02
Member (2003)
English to Ukrainian
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With different chatacteristics, different SW, different size monitors...
| | | | lexical
Spain
Local time: 16:02
Portuguese to English
I was getting along just fine chiselling in cuneiform script on a pillar of granite till this poll came along and unsettled me. Where did I go wrong?
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I started translating on my laptop, and ended up with a bad shoulder/arm.
Then I got a big screen and wireless keyboard that I connected to the laptop - and now I hava bought a desktop computer to connect to the two. I like to have both options, though - and will get a newer laptop in the not too distant future. Then my priority will be low weight and a good screen. One of the advantages of this work is to be able to take it on the road.
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Nicole Schnell
United States
Local time: 07:02
English to German
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In memoriam | Cool! How much for the upgrade? | Feb 27, 2008 |
lexical wrote:
I was getting along just fine chiselling in cuneiform script on a pillar of granite till this poll came along and unsettled me. Where did I go wrong?
Does your licence allow you to carve on a back-up pillar? I recently upgraded from carving bark 1.2 (got a serious worm-problem, though, Scolytinae. Damn little hackers.) Then I switched to leather 2.1. Never got the tanning process right, so I refrained from sending translations written on hide. My clients might say that my translations stink.
I got curious and ordered Granite 3.1. This version comes with a 40% proof enhanced carver slave which guarantees beautiful italic fonts.
| | | | lexical
Spain
Local time: 16:02
Portuguese to English
Nicole Schnell wrote:
I got curious and ordered Granite 3.1. This version comes with a 40% proof enhanced carver slave which guarantees beautiful italic fonts.
There are compatibility problems between Granite 3.1 and Windows Vista. Safer to go for the Megalith OS.
| | | | Nicole Schnell
United States
Local time: 07:02
English to German
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In memoriam
lexical wrote:
There are compatibility problems between Granite 3.1 and Windows Vista. Safer to go for the Megalith OS.
Every year the same hassle - finding a new quarry.
So annoying.
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