Comments on: Computer Decisions and Follow Ups http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=computer-decisions-and-follow-ups Romance Writer & Urban Fantasy Novelist Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:03:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17571 Jordan Summers Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:24:42 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17571 Thanks Stephanie!!! :D Thanks Stephanie!!! :D

]]> By: Stephanie Tyler http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17570 Stephanie Tyler Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:17:45 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17570 It didn't take me long at all to get used to it! And I write in Scrivener for Mac - it's an awesome writing program (similar to Write Way Pro) for windows. You can see all your scenes, and it's awesome, especially if you write out of order like I do. And with Scrivener, when you're done, you compile the ms, convert to word and send to editor! I'm so happy Larissa pushed me into using it (and WWP originally) - it's so much easier than having to scroll thru entire word docs. I do have word for Mac - I've had no problem opening old PC docs on it at all! The hardest thing for me was getting used to the new writing program. Beyond that, I honestly found things on the Mac to be really easy and straightforward... It didn’t take me long at all to get used to it! And I write in Scrivener for Mac – it’s an awesome writing program (similar to Write Way Pro) for windows. You can see all your scenes, and it’s awesome, especially if you write out of order like I do. And with Scrivener, when you’re done, you compile the ms, convert to word and send to editor! I’m so happy Larissa pushed me into using it (and WWP originally) – it’s so much easier than having to scroll thru entire word docs.

I do have word for Mac – I’ve had no problem opening old PC docs on it at all!

The hardest thing for me was getting used to the new writing program. Beyond that, I honestly found things on the Mac to be really easy and straightforward…

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17567 Jordan Summers Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:04:13 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17567 Stephanie, See I've heard that from a lot of people. I was told it takes a while to get used to them, but once you do, then no problem. I'm curious do you use Mac Word to write you manuscripts in? I've been really worried because I've heard it's not exactly compatable. Stephanie, See I’ve heard that from a lot of people. I was told it takes a while to get used to them, but once you do, then no problem.

I’m curious do you use Mac Word to write you manuscripts in? I’ve been really worried because I’ve heard it’s not exactly compatable.

]]> By: Stephanie Tyler http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17566 Stephanie Tyler Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:57:01 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17566 Larissa and I both went from PCs to Macs (laptops) last December, I think...I will NEVER EVER go back to a PC. I have a PC desktop I'm replacing with a mac mini this Christmas. I adore the Mac. I don't think you can go wrong with one. The set-up is effortless, and everything else is just so damned easy. Yes, I'm now one of those obnoxious Mac converts. ;) Larissa and I both went from PCs to Macs (laptops) last December, I think…I will NEVER EVER go back to a PC. I have a PC desktop I’m replacing with a mac mini this Christmas. I adore the Mac. I don’t think you can go wrong with one. The set-up is effortless, and everything else is just so damned easy.

Yes, I’m now one of those obnoxious Mac converts. ;)

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17561 Jordan Summers Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:56:56 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17561 Ursula, I'm curious, why did you change from a Mac to Windows? As for being into graphics and desktop publishing, if you would've asked me that question a year ago, I would have said no. These days I may need to be able to do all kinds of things on the puter that I never dreamed about (ie making book videos, my own cover art, etc.). Thanks! Ursula, I’m curious, why did you change from a Mac to Windows? As for being into graphics and desktop publishing, if you would’ve asked me that question a year ago, I would have said no. These days I may need to be able to do all kinds of things on the puter that I never dreamed about (ie making book videos, my own cover art, etc.). Thanks!

]]> By: Ursula http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17559 Ursula Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:22:51 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17559 We went Mac to Windows years ago. Best decision ever. My opinion (for what it's worth) Unless you're really into graphics and desktop publishing, or you just dig Mac culture because you buy into the ad campaigns, go PC. Recently I started using Windows 07. Bit of a learning curve, but I'm an all but stone tablets and chisels kind of user. The large screens are very nice: we went monster huge with our desktop, and moderate size with my lap top and it was a good compromise. Have fun shopping! We went Mac to Windows years ago. Best decision ever. My opinion (for what it’s worth) Unless you’re really into graphics and desktop publishing, or you just dig Mac culture because you buy into the ad campaigns, go PC. Recently I started using Windows 07. Bit of a learning curve, but I’m an all but stone tablets and chisels kind of user. The large screens are very nice: we went monster huge with our desktop, and moderate size with my lap top and it was a good compromise. Have fun shopping!

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17556 Jordan Summers Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:26:10 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17556 Tammy, I understand. I'm not going for the most expensive computer nor am I going for the cheapest. We always buy in the middle, so that the machine isn't outdated quickly. Tammy, I understand. I’m not going for the most expensive computer nor am I going for the cheapest. We always buy in the middle, so that the machine isn’t outdated quickly.

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17555 Jordan Summers Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:24:56 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17555 Shiloh, The HH is a joke. Unfortunately there are a lot of desperate writers out there who will fall for it. And that's sad. I'm not sure if I saw the Sony all in ones. I did go to the Microsoft store the other day and had a quick look around. It was very busy with people playing since the holidays are upon us. I think I'll have to go take another look before I make my final decision. Shiloh, The HH is a joke. Unfortunately there are a lot of desperate writers out there who will fall for it. And that’s sad.

I’m not sure if I saw the Sony all in ones. I did go to the Microsoft store the other day and had a quick look around. It was very busy with people playing since the holidays are upon us. I think I’ll have to go take another look before I make my final decision.

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17554 Jordan Summers Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:22:34 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17554 Bernard, Will do. Dh says there is a learning curve for going from a PC to a Mac. He's worried I won't have the patience to give it the time needed. (I have no idea where he gets such notions from. *g*) I'm wondering if I get a Mac how long it'll take me to pick it up. Bernard, Will do. Dh says there is a learning curve for going from a PC to a Mac. He’s worried I won’t have the patience to give it the time needed. (I have no idea where he gets such notions from. *g*) I’m wondering if I get a Mac how long it’ll take me to pick it up.

]]> By: Jordan Summers http://www.jordansummers.com/2009/11/18/computer-decisions-and-follow-ups/comment-page-1/#comment-17553 Jordan Summers Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:20:21 +0000 http://www.jordansummers.com/?p=1639#comment-17553 Ilona, I'm definitely looking for a desktop computer at present. When I write at the coffee shops, I take my NEO. I'm sure at some point I'll get another laptop, but for now I really only need a desktop machine with a very big monitor. I'd like something all in one, so I could free up space on my desk, but it's not mandatory. Ilona, I’m definitely looking for a desktop computer at present. When I write at the coffee shops, I take my NEO. I’m sure at some point I’ll get another laptop, but for now I really only need a desktop machine with a very big monitor. I’d like something all in one, so I could free up space on my desk, but it’s not mandatory.

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