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Leaving Nuance, have computer question... - sm

Posted: Dec 01, 2014

I hope I have posted this on the correct board.

As I do not have a good feeling whatsoever about this new pay plan at Nuance, I am preparing to leave this nasty company after the first of the yearâ�� and am trying to get everything in order. The first order of business is to buy a new computer. I believe new computers come with Windows 8. Does anyone know if that is compatible with most transcription needs today, or does one have to have Windows 7 installed? If so, is that commercially available?

I imagine the answers to this question will help a lot of people. Thank you.

I don't know what transcription companies are using, but sm - anon

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You can buy a great refurbished computer for under $150. I bought one with Windows 7 Pro and have had it for one year for personal use. No problems whatsover.

Now, I recall reading that Microsoft will no longer be selling Windows 7 in the future, but will be supporting it for awhile. Please check on that if yu need Windows 7. Not sure if this is correct information.

Computer shopping question-some answers - nn

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I recently purchased a computer with Windows 8.1 on it and have had no problems with running the programs required of me as an IC for either company that I contract with.

I purchased mine through QVC on their "Easy Pay" program. It is a Dell laptop and comes with lifetime tech support.

One thing to keep in mind is the type of processor and the speed. An AMD processor is generally slower than a Pentium. Also can you add more memory to the machine if you need to down the road. Buying a refurbished computer is fine, as long as it has been "properly refurbished," by that I mean a place like Tiger Direct or Best Buy, etc.

Also, I was told my many techs in the process of having things installed and working on my computer that there is a new version of Windows being released sometime next year. Good luck with whatever you decide and good luck with getting out and away from that AWFUL company!

You can buy Windows 7 now (again) - sm

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Last year you could not get Windows 7. Everyone hated 8 (although 8.1 is better). Now there are new computers selling again with Windows 7. Try the big box store that sells items in bulk...starts with a Cost... I guess they deleted my first message for saying the name?

computer question - anon

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You are right, most computers being sold are either Windows 8 or 8.1. My experience recently has been that a large number of companies do still want their MTs to have Windows 7, but many are now updating to allow for Windows 8 and 8.1. Like one of the other posters stated, you can definitely find Windows 7 machines in big box stores as well as online; they seem to vary in price depending on several factors. I also agree, go with a good Pentium processor. Until this year, I strongly disliked Dell and was a die-hard HP customer (my HP pavilion with Windows ME lasted for 13 years, although she was pretty much never used for online activity of any kind), but my newest system is a Dell Inspiron, and I really do love it, not at all disappointed in any way with this product. Best of luck with everything :)

If I buy a new PC with W7, will it also have W8? - sm

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That's probably a stupid question, but I'm just trying to cover all my bases at the least possible cost.

I have an HP laptop with Windows 7, but it gets really hot with just a little use. I even use a fan pad under it and it still gets super hot. I would rather have a desktop and absolutely hate to spend the money, but this is a necessary expense as I must get out of Nuance.

Nuance MUST be run by robots because I just cannot imagine a human being would be so cold and heartless.

Thank you to all for your answers.

Answer to your question re: Will it also have Win 8 - nn

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Not likely, but if it has a powerful enough processor and enough memory, then you might be able to upgrade it to Windows 8 or 8.1. Of course too, you would have to more than likely pay for the upgrade and computers now with Windows 8.1 cannot be downgraded to Windows 7 (that is what I was told when I wanted to do so).

I would try to find a computer - with

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Windows 7 Professional. That will be around for a long while because a lot of businesses will continue to use it. You can look on different sites for computers with Windows 7 Professional. Staples had some. Windows 8 is too different and frustrating. I doubt any transcription companies are using it. I think you can update in the future from Windows 7 professional too, whenever they come up with the next better thing than Windows 8, which most people hate.

New Computer - Cindy

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Couple things to consider: Are you going to use the computer for things other than work? If so, you want to get all the fun things you may want. If you are going to use it strictly for transcription, you may want to wait to get a computer until you get a new job. Many companies require you use outdated software to accommodate their system. If you work for a company that uses a "web-based" platform, it is very likely that any new computer will work. I greatly prefer web-based platforms because then I don't have to support their software on my computer; I just access their server and presto, I'm up and running. If you have a strong Internet connection, that's the way to go IMHO. No matter what route you take, transcription applications take very little computing power. A low end computer is all you need. Now about wants...that's for you to decide. Good luck in the next step of your journey!

leaving nuance, computer question - rock bottom

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Win 7 OS is old, but you can get it still.

You cannot run 2 different operating systems on the same CPU, so you cannot have Win 7 and Win 8 on the same computer.

Try looking at ads, MT daily, etc. They will list in the add what OS you need for their software.

Best wishes,

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