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Yes, everyone loves to "search" (wait), instead of running the command instantly (albeit a bit slower if they still have win3.1 path statements). You forgot that you don't save a click, you still need to click on the search results to get your command (from what I've seen in all the screenshots).

There is change for the better/worse. And then there is change for the sake of changing something just to get people to keep feeding you money. The best change MS made was away from the (you gotta admit) GOOFY "Window Manager" from Windows v3.x days.

Why Windows v3.1 ever took off, when OS/2 was SO much cleaner interface... oh yeah, MS screwed IBM, then screwed PC purchasers with exclusive agreements ("protection clauses") with nearly every major PC manufacturer.

I'm glad you like Windows 7. Have fun with it. I'm sure Ballmer would be pleased to know this ... if he had any care of what any mere mortal thought.

Ever seen the MS campus? Probably unintentional (or not?), there are several "DO NOT ENTER" signs right there as you approach the main building.

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I wonder how many others forced to use WinXP turned off all of Windows' attempts at auto-indexing everything all the time (the MS Office "quick launch" feature also comes to mind).
Posted by: EMonkIA   Posted on: 01/07/09  (Edited: 01/07/2009 @ 02:37) You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use
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