Hello, >From a not so tech saavy person(actually hopefully not "dumb" questions), new to Legacy media usage, I have these questions for those of you "experienced" In computers and using Legacy for "media", input/organizing files:
1. I have not yet ordered L8, nor have even used the media options in v 7.5; want to know how best to start; would it be better for me to play around FIRST with a) the 7.5 media resources or b) the 8.0 media(I'm reading it's easier to use) OR c) use Heritage Collection Software Suite to "organize" and manage the media? How do Heritage features compare with what's available in Legacy? Obviously, a broad question, maybe no simple answer, but is there a good link to read/learn more about this? I don't want to waste a lot of time by not choosing the most efficient way to import/link to photos/ media, or even audio files?. 2. What experiences have people had using Legacy with Mac and either Crossover or Fusion installed? Does it affect program function in any way? What would be the negative considerations I would need to know about? 3. Are there any minimum specifications/models/years I need to consider if I did go with a MAC book pro? I "think"? audio/video files can only be "linked" to the program anyway, is that correct? 4. Has anyone had any experience using one of the "convertible" type units, e.g. Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 2 or Thinkpad with Legacy or any of the new genealogy apps in a Wifi setting (or otherwise)? Or would it be better to get a full desktop type and consider a tablet or Ipad or something more designed for Wifi? (am thinking if I visit an archive, or use microfilm readers with a scanner) 5. What about Windows * and Legacy? Any issues to consider? I have Windows 7 now and would preferably like to stick with that however . . . .choices?? 6. If I want to do more family "interviews" with audio, etc, which type programs would be most compatible with such audio/historical programs as mentioned by many of the Legacy webinar speakers? 7. Should I consider the #/type of ports, slots, etc in making a computer choice, considering the direction genealogical software/media/app programs such as Legacy are going? In other words, what type of machine/ flexibility should I consider, so that the machine can outlast at least a few years of tech advances? Ok, enough. Thanks for any input! Sincerely, Pam Legacy User Group guidelines: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Etiquette.asp Archived messages after Nov. 21 2009: http://www.mail-archive.com/legacyusergroup@legacyusers.com/ Archived messages from old mail server - before Nov. 21 2009: http://www.mail-archive.com/legacyusergroup@legacyfamilytree.com/ Online technical support: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Help.asp Follow Legacy on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/LegacyFamilyTree) and on our blog (http://news.LegacyFamilyTree.com). To unsubscribe: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/LegacyLists.asp
