Recent content by mikebwaugh

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    Future Laptop. Asking for advice with respect to my need to still use Windows 7 Ultimate.

    Perhaps I should> I did run some compatibility tool that Microsoft issued and it did say not a problem..,,, my 2011 version clearly stated good thru Win 7. At that time others were experiencing issues. Worried as well about mucking up an existing setup that runs well. The hardware issue...
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    Future Laptop. Asking for advice with respect to my need to still use Windows 7 Ultimate.

    Autodesk 2011 Professional Suite - contains AutoCAD Mechanical as well. My license is perpetual - that has changed in recent years to annual subscriptions. Back several years ago cost of that was at least $2K, dont know what it is now. My of my use is as a hobbiest now. Truthfully I...
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    Future Laptop. Asking for advice with respect to my need to still use Windows 7 Ultimate.

    Hi there Upon my quest for a newer laptop I am finding myself stuck for answers. Some of the software I use is only compatible with Windows 7 Pro and upgrading that would cost me an arm and a leg. A large number of vendors (pre-sales or techs) just dont answer questions I have asked. One...