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July, 2009 - Events
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Wednesday, July 8,, 2009, 6:30PM - Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
Introducing Windows 7
Presented by VP Terry Rooney
In the next months Microsoft will release Windows 7, a major operating system upgrade designed to overcome the limitations of and objections to Vista, which was introduced to the general public in January, 2007.
One of the major advantages of Windows 7 is that it has lower hardware requirements (1.0 GHz processor speed and 1.0 GB of RAM) than does Vista. In many cases, if a computer ran Windows XP successfully, it will be able to run Windows 7.
Many Vista features still remain in Windows 7, such as the impressive graphical interface called Aero, which can be turned off to increase performance if needed.
Microsoft has also streamlined the UAC (Universal Access Control) so that you will no longer have to answer questions before doing routine tasks.
A new Internet Explorer, Version 8, is included and it also has some convenient new features and some additional security controls.
Microsoft has significantly enhanced the functionality of the Taskbar. Also Windows 7 tries to make it easier to deal with the “digital lifestyle” of pictures, music, and videos, handling many more formats for music and videos than Vista. It also improves the user experience when using a laptop via the Mobility Center, with better power management controls and improved synchronization with your desktop computer and other devices like MP3 players. A new feature called Libraries makes organizing data smoother and easier.
Door Prizes: Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Sapphire Blue Netbook - 6 Cell Battery & Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000
You must be a member to be eligible. Click [HERE] for membership information. NOTE: There will be a social time with refreshments and snacks immediately after the meeting where you will also be able to meet and talk with the presenter.
Friday, July 10, 2009, 3:30pm - Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
More details about Windows 7
by VP Terry Rooney
More details about Windows 7, with special attention on migrating your XP or Vista computer to Windows 7, and a more in-depth discussion of new capabilities of Internet Explorer 8.
Door Prize: $75 gift certificate.
Monday, July 27, 2009, at 10:00AM - at Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
Ask The Tech
Our regular monthly meeting where all members can come to get solutions to their technicaland non-technical PC problems. If you don't feel comfortable asking your question in the meeting, simply click on this link (click) to email your question and we will be glad to answer anonymously at the meeting. Even if you don't have a question, come, listen and learn from others.
President's Message
“Netbooks are here to stay” (at least for now)
The Internet is all buzzing about “Netbooks” these days, and next to “Smart Phones”, I agree they are the neatest new thing in computing of late. In fact they are about the only new thing in Windows PC’s for several years now. Since Windows XP was introduced in 2001, I doubt there has been much else really ‘new’ in desktop computing. Vista was hyped as “The Ultimate Solution”, but in reality has turned out to be just another iteration of WXP. Win7 is now being hyped as “Vista Done Right”, but nothing I’ve seen or read so far brings anything really new and useful to the desktop worth spending the $150 or more. Of course that remains to be seen and I’m looking forward to Terry Rooney’s talk in July to learn more about it and to see if the hype is true. From a practical point of view, more than likely, this is merely another cycle by Microsoft to cash in on new product introduction and refill the coffers. On the other hand, it might be an opportunity to revitalize your ‘old’ PC to new performance levels… we’ll see I’m sure.
Back to Netbooks, a few months ago I bought one for less than $400 and have gotten a lot of use from it so far. Unlike a traditional “laptop” it is much, smaller and lighter, making it very portable and truly ideal for travel. This unit can be packed in your luggage or fit into your carry on. I use it to access the internet and email where ever I go, and it’s a great backup for my photos as I travel. And with battery life in excess of 5 hours, I don’t even find it necessary to carry the charger!!
More details about Windows 7, with special attention on migrating your XP or Vista computer to Windows 7, and a more in-depth discussion of new capabilities of Internet Explorer 8.
