[Chester LUG] Anybody got a small basic notebook they want to sell on, or knows how to convert PhotoShop PSD files to something more manageable?

Les Pritchard les at chesterlug.org.uk
Mon Oct 25 22:00:49 UTC 2010


Hi Roger,

Yes it's at the top floor of the Bear and Billet.

See you there.

Les

On 25 October 2010 22:35, Roger Gibson <rcgibson at talktalk.net> wrote:

> I'm still waiting for the ideal 'smallish' notebook.  The sort of thing to
> pop in a (big-poachers?) pocket, and man enough to do short sessions of
> document spreadsheet management, as well as Thunderbird and a browser.
>  Unfortunately MS Publisher compatibility is pretty desirable.  A lap top is
> just too big to keep carrying on a plane etc, now that hold baggage is at a
> premium, and I pack everything in an acceptable sized bag.
>
> Until all the 'must haves' come along in one small cost effective box -
> decent screen in daylight, effective keyboard, long battery life, dual boot,
> etc  ... I might wait for ever, but if anyone has an idle one lurking that
> will sort of do, and is willing to part with it for some cash, please bring
> it along on Thursday.  I'll not use it a lot, but when I do it will save a
> big chunk of baggage.
>
> Another question.  Is there an effective way to convert PhotoShop PSD files
> into a more manageable DTP system?  I've been given some brochures to
> update, and the previous author for some reason used Photoshop, (massive
> overkill) and I would like to turn them into a more user friendly format,
> and again Publisher is what folks use.  As long as MS effectively give away
> software to Charities, I'm on a loser trying to convince folks otherwise.
>
> See you Thursday - will be late - got 7.00pm meeting in Chester first -
> where is it now Les?  Bear and Billet upstairs?  Roger.
>
>
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