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Microsoft Windows 7: The best Windows operating system yet

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PC World opened the doors to its flagship London store at midnight for customers wishing to be first in the country to get their hands on Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 7. Nobody came dressed as a wizard, but there was truly something of the Harry Potter about this release of a piece of software. Excellent reviews, not least by this newspaper, have generated a steady buzz around the launch.
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      HowdyDo  
    • On the advice of my computer-geek friend, I waited until today to purchase a Dell laptop so I could get it with Windows 7. I couldn't wait to get online to put in my order, but when I did, I noticed the laptop I wanted, the Vostro A860, does NOT come with Windows 7, although the more expensive Vostro 1520 does. So, I clicked to "chat" with their sales representative and here is how the conversation went:

      ME - Why don't ALL of your Dell Deals come with the new Windows 7???

      DELL REP#1 - Windows 7 isn't even out yet. We are only offering it on some of the systems

      ME - It comes out today - October 22nd - what's the deal?? See: http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20091022/ts_alt_afp/usitcompanycomputersoftwareinter....

      DELL REP#1- yes it is, i thought it was the 21st

      ME - So...if I buy a laptop today, I want Windows 7 on it - is that possible??

      DELL REP#1 - we will get it on when they get the drivers working with the components - Have I addressed all your questions or concerns?

      DELL REP#1 - if it is offered on that one

      ME - Dude! It isn't on the Vostro A860 I was looking at, but it is offered for the more expensive Vostro 1520 - obviously it isn't a matter of "drivers working with components" - what is really going on here??

      DELL REP#1 - let me get you to my vostro specialist

      DELL REP #2 - our promotions differ from time to time. Is there anything else i can help you with? well you can verify by clicking on customize, then check the operating system

      ME - Yes - tell me I can purchase the Vostro A860 advertised here with Windows 7 for no extra charge

      DELL REP #2 - The vostro A860 , doesn’t have a built in webcam, and is limited to 2gb memory, I recommend you go for the Inspiron 15, memory up to 4gb, and has a built in webcam

      ME - Duh - it's more expensive - please quit jacking me around and tell me if you can offer me what I just asked for - the Vostro A860 with Windows 7 for no extra charge.

      DELL REP#2 - we dont have that option. Thank you for choosing Dell and Have great day! [REP#2 ENDED "CHAT" ABRUPTLY]

      So, even though my friend recommended Dell, unless something changes, I AIN'T BUYIN' A DELL!! How about you?

    • 2 years ago
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