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mobile assistant - want me to update my operating system to Windows 8 - anon

Posted: Aug 09, 2013

Hi, I am being offered a job at Mobile Assistant, but they want me to update my operating system to Windows 8 and I cannot afford this, but if they are worth it, I might consider. Does anyone know anything about this company? are they worth it? P.S. I am in desparate need of a job.

I dont know anything about the company but... - nn

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This is the first time that I have heard of a company wanting Windows 8 as an operating system. Most of the ads state either XP, Vista or 7. So this is a new one for me.

mobile assist - anon

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I know, that is why I am reluctant to be hired. I was thinking if I did get a new PC, then what happens if things don't work out?

Tried to - OldOldMT

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do the test they gave, but got completely frustrated because I could not use the foot pedal, only the mouse, and it was not medical transcription. Plus, they said they would pay 6 cents per line straight typing and 3 cents per line using a "template." I did not complete the testing. I won't work for those wages under any circumstance.

So unless you are in need of an upgraded computer, I certainly wouldn't waste my money since most medical transcription companies are not using Windows 8. On the other hand, if you want to be paid slave labor wages, you might be able to purchase something in the $200 to $300 range and still keep your old computer. Just sayin.

To OldOld MT RE: Mobile Assist - nn

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I wondered the same thing. I went into their testing site with IE8 installed but only upgraded to 9. Kind of odd that they say to cut and paste into a Word document, but it must be from the actual test itself. I wanted to be able to do a "save target as," and donwload the file and play it using my player. I guess no sucn luck then -- course for that rate of pay....

Windows 8 - Obi Wan

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Windows 8 is geared more towards use with a tablet. You might want to ask them if you can use a tablet as that could be more cost effective. Microsoft has a tablet on sale for $299.00, you may also be able to find tablets that have been refurbished at a good price.

mobile assistant - dee

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I just this week accepted a job from Mobile Assistant, and the offer email stated that the software requirements were an up-to-date computer running either Vista (requiring 2 gb RAM), Windows 7, or Windows 8 (both requiring 4 gb RAM) and Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013. Maybe double-check with the recruiter as to the requirements?

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