You may be right, John. I don't want to be bothered with a "learning curve." I want to take the software out of the box, intall it without a hassle, and start using it - discovering new features as I go along. I have had basic DOS, word processing, spreadsheet, and database skills since 1988, when I actually read a couple of books on how to do stuff on computers. Since then, I have expected to be able to use just about any software without much study.

To adjust mrgins and other appearance matters in Word 2007, I hit the ribbon tab for layout, select my margins and orientation and such, and go back to work. Takes about three seconds and four mouse clicks.

It really isn't all that difficult. Admit it, John: you just don't like Microsoft. It's some sort of personal thing between you and the Big Company. Well, as far as I can see, Microsoft is one Big Company that makes a darn good product. Besides that, Bill Gates seems to be doing responsible things with his money.

I've used a wide variety of software since 1988. I don't do programming, but I've taught a lot of people how to use a lot of different types of software. With few exceptions, I've found Microsoft software to be reliable and enjoyable to use. None has caused me the nightmares I've had with some products from Norton, Adobe, Siebel, and a few other big names.

-Joe Offer-