[access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
- From: "Andy Logue" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2007 17:29:24 -0000
Hi again Graham.
I sent them an e-mail and they responded by saying that this particular
computer was shipped with Windows Media Player.
Like yourself, I really like the specification and the look of this computer
and have decided to move over from XP Home, to media Center. I have also
decided to move from JAWS V 6 to WindowEyes 6, rather than move onto JAWS 8
Pro.
I'm going to talk with Pauline - the Boss, over the weekend and hopefully, I
will probably purchase the computer next week.
Quite a learning curve for me learning WindowEyes alongside Windows Media
Player, but I'm pretty excited about it and looking forward to the
challenge.
Best wishes.
Andy
----- Original Message -----
From: "Graham Page" <gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, January 19, 2007 11:46 AM
Subject: [access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
> no not sure. I would ring them and ask.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Andy Logue" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 11:29 PM
> Subject: [access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
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> Hi again Graham.
>
> Thanks for the information re the firewall. I'll need to seek more advice
> about this as I definitely don't wish Norton or some other inaccessible
> firewall or anti-virus on board a new computer.
>
> Thanks also for the three links. I've visited them all, and like
> yourself,
> I really do like the sound of the Zoostorm 2-5402. I have a question
> though. I clicked for more information and within this it said.....
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> Zoostorm S2176 2.1 Speaker System
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> Microsoft Windows XP Media Center 2005 Edition
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> Free Upgrade to Microsoft Vista Home Premium Edition
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> But, shortly down the page it also said....
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> Finally this PC comes with a high quality Microsoft Keyboard and Mouse and
> a
> copy of Microsoft Windows XP Home is pre-installed for easy home set up.
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> I really need xp home Graham. Any idea which of the two operating systems
> this computer has?
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> Best wishes.
>
> Andy
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Graham Page" <gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:39 PM
> Subject: [access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
>
>
>> firstly, and importantly, nod does not contain a firewall. even if you
>> do
>> buy a PC with norton security on it there is nothing to stop you
>> uninstalling it. I agree with you that norton is no good. it is
>> inaccessible, resource hungry and generally the antivirus part of the
>> software gets poor reports in many antivirus checks.
>>
>> I generally use the windows firewall though the main weakness with this
>> is
>> it does not have outward bound protection, only incomming.
>>
>> As far as best products to buy are concerned, there is no doubt that Dell
>> does have some of the most competetive deals available and it is worth
>> getting prices from them. The website could be more accessible though
>> and
>> you might get through to a scratchy line in indea if they haven't gone on
>> strike protesting about big brother of course!!!
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>> I have also used a company based in glasgow called EuroPC. visit
>> www.europc.co.uk
>> telephone 0870 458 9111
>>
>> I have found with this company if you give them the spec you want they
>> will
>> look up the systems they have for you and they can customise them e.g. by
>> adding a PCI soundcard as well as the one built on to the mother board.
>> this company does various well known makes like toshiba, dell etc but it
>> also has PCs called famous brand which are packard bell machines without
>> all
>> the software. I have ordered 2 machines from them and had no trouble.
>> one
>> I also ordered a third machine which died after a week. this can happen
>> with any PC. the technical support was prompt and eventually resulted in
>> me
>> needing a new machine which came next day.
>>
>> If you have a good independent retailer near you you could have a PC
>> built
>> to your specifications but this may cost more.
>>
>> A number of PC companies seem to be getting quite good reviews in the
>> press
>> at the moment including PCNextDay (www.pcnextday.co.uk and Mesh
>> www.meshcomputers.com
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>> Mesh and dell also let you customise your own PC
>>
>> PCNext day do not seem to let you customise machines from what I can find
>> but the Zoostorm 2-5402 looks great value particularly if you need a
>> monitor
>> as well.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> Graham
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Andy Logue" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 11:40 PM
>> Subject: [access-uk] New computer recomendations
>>
>>
>> Hi all.
>>
>> Thinking of upgrading my computer during the next two weeks and could do
>> with some advice.
>>
>> Firstly, I've purchased both of my old computers from PC World in
>> Glasgow.
>> Both have been Packard Bell machines and both have required frequent
>> restores back to factory settings. Both came with the dreaded Norton
>> junk
>> and when you restore back to factory settings, there is Norton again
>> defiant, like an unwanted guest at a party.
>>
>> My new computer will have to have no Firewall or anti-virus, as I would
>> like
>> to try the NOD 32 system.
>>
>> My first question therefore, would I be able to purchase NOD 32 as a CD
>> so
>> as to install it before going on-line?
>>
>> I would like to try and make use of the remaining vision I have - I am a
>> JAWS user, but cannot help trying to see what is on the screen. So I'd
>> like
>> to purchase a large display, 20 or 22 inch if possible.
>>
>> Are there any issues for JAWS with respect to compatibility with larger
>> screens.
>>
>> Can anyone recommend a supplier?
>>
>> Can any one recommend a particular system?
>>
>> Below is some of my wish list:
>>
>> as quiet as possible as I do a lot of audio work.
>>
>> As large a RAM as I can afford as I often use multiple programmes.
>> Very quick.
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>> 300 500 GB of memory.
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>> room for expansion as I fancy getting into audio editing and DVD burning.
>>
>> at least 6 USb 2's.
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>> Non Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.
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>> Please add to the above list if you feel I've left something important
>> out.
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>> Finally, I'm willing to pay up to £1000.
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>> Any advise very welcome.
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>> Best wishes.
>> Andy
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