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Guys, thank you so much for all of the great info.

I just bought a MacBook (2.2GHz, 1GB, 120GB HD), because my old Dell has become almost impossible to use. What do I have to do - or is there anything I CAN do - to get my Mac compatible with the training CD's?

I'd prefer to purchase software for my Mac than attempt to get my Dell fixed, buy a new Dell, or use the hotel/training center computers... Is this possible? Has anyone successfully used a MacBook during training?

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by RAGATO (Post 314566)

Anyone have a good idea of what type of computer is required for the materials handed out during Indoc?

What format are the aircraft study materials?

What type of laptop has worked best for continual use during trips?

My laptop has seen better days and I'm in the market for a new one. I'm considering a move to mac format with the new lightweight efficient "Macbook Air". I've been a PC user but do have another mac. I'm just curious whether the "Air" will fill the needs.

Thanks by the way for all of the Indoc info so far...it is really appreciated!

I think the Air is very nice and sexy, but limited battery life, no DVD unless you get the optional external DVD drive, weak processor, are all detracters. I have an Asus S6FM that is great and the small Sony's are wonderful as well. Now you CAN put Windows on a MAC so should be able to use any software that is given. Hope it helps.

"Seems like a bit more military than normal in this class, from a glance at where they were from."

From what I've heard/seen, DAL is definately leaning towards Mil guys. Something about feedback from the school house and training captains.

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Originally Posted by quaileman (Post 315558)

Why, because the schoolhouse and "training captains" want to create job security by doing extra sim sessions and IOE? :)

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Originally Posted by E1Out (Post 315457)

Guys, thank you so much for all of the great info.

I just bought a MacBook (2.2GHz, 1GB, 120GB HD), because my old Dell has become almost impossible to use. What do I have to do - or is there anything I CAN do - to get my Mac compatible with the training CD's?

I'd prefer to purchase software for my Mac than attempt to get my Dell fixed, buy a new Dell, or use the hotel/training center computers... Is this possible? Has anyone successfully used a MacBook during training?

Thanks!

I can't speak for other equipment's CDs, but I am cranking through the MD-88 CD's right now. Like you, I have a MacBook of similar specs. I downloaded a trial PC emulator (VMware Fusion) and a trial version of Windows XP and so far, the CD's work like a champ. While I am confident it will produce the all important completion code, I was told by the MD-88 tech rep that this would not work and I should try using a PC. If it ends in a miserable failure, I will post back here and let you know.

If you get a head start on the issue when you receive your CDs the first week, then you will probably be fine. I waited until midway through week 2 and wish I had figured out sooner that there was a problem.

I would not count on the hotel/training center computers for much except occasionally printing out a form.

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Originally Posted by RockyBoy (Post 315618)

Why, because the schoolhouse and "training captains" want to create job security by doing extra sim sessions and IOE? :)

AHHHHHHHHH. That's 10 characters. I'm in the dog house!

Hey I think he was just making a joke - thus the smily face thing.
:) Scoop

Could have been. And if so, I apologize for going balistic! Seen this FAR TOO MANY TIMES on this sight. I do, however, support the bulk of the text that was written. Unfortunately, this is the wrong thread to post that on. "There's two LL's in BALLISTIC boys!"

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Originally Posted by Rhino Driver (Post 315722)

Dude,

Do I even need to justify myself. Once again, some DEADBEAT, I'm assuming RJ guy, tries to stir the pot between MIL and CIV. Well guy, enjoy yourself. Bottom line is, YOU suck, and are probably a disgruntled piece of ******* that couldn't get into the military. You probably don't even have a college degree and YOU ARE the reason our profession has gone down the ********er. Oh well, keep on walking around the terminals with your jacket unbuttoned, you're IPOD earphones in, and in general, looking like an unprofessional piece of *******. Keep on pulling our industry down with you. In the end, I only hope the rest of us can pull together, keep SCOPE in check, and never give ******bags like you the time of day!!! Good luck buddy!

Rocky, I don't think this guy knows you or knows the training program. What do you think? :confused: :D

Anyway, I feel for you pal.... Welcome to the BIG show!

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Originally Posted by E1Out (Post 315457)

or is there anything I CAN do - to get my Mac compatible with the training CD's?

I'd prefer to purchase software for my Mac than attempt to get my Dell fixed, buy a new Dell, or use the hotel/training center computers... Is this possible? Has anyone successfully used a MacBook during training?

Thanks!

Your Mac will be just fine, as long as you have windows. Several people in my class used it sucessfully. Stick with the mac, it will definately be my next laptop. Dell's CEO is Don Carter, I don't know of any pilot that would put one cent into a Dell if they knew that....