I'm a creative, and very limited on tech issues, so thank you very much for any assistance you can provide.
I have a 17" MBP 5.2 (probably 2009) that I absolutely love. Is there anyway I can continue to use it?
SPECS:
MAC OS: 10.6.8
Processor 2.8 GH
Memory: 4GB
I love that it's still works like new and my Adobe CS software is paid for. What's not working is, because I have not updated the OS (because I don't want to lose access to using Adobe CS), my access to the internet is extremely limited and if it works at all, extremely sluggish. I'd rather not buy anything new, because I do still love this MBP, but obviously, the need for net access is a huge problem. Is there any way to save this MBP with an update of any kind so that I have access to the internet and also my Adobe CS?
I mostly work in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, but want the option to do basic video editing too.
I have the funds to purchase a new MAC, but get lost in the reviews.
I prefer to stay with a MBP; I use it mostly as a desktop, but I like the flexibility to easily go anywhere.
I get lost in the discussions of ports - if I buy new for net access, which port/adapter do I need to access files on my current MBP (or do I use Time Machine and just transfer files that way - will my 2009 MBP be compatibile to Time Machine?)
Before my 2009 MBP, I purchased a nice iMac; it went quickly went white screen death on me and I lost that investment with only minimal use. This makes me wary of purchasing another iMac and makes me lean towards staying with a MBP. But I read so many complaints about recent models.
Can the Mac Mini connect to my 2009 MBP and allow me to use both for Adobe CS4 files and internet access? Is purchasing the Mac Mini a good idea for the work I do?
I will eventually need to upgrade to an Adobe CS subscription - or go with alternative software, but is there an option for a transition period? Or do I need to just 'suck it up' and upgrade everything?
If I buy new, which MAC do you recommend and why? What MAC specs do you recommend for my use?
OR, do you think I should just update my current MBP OS and forget about using the CS4 software, and wait to buy a new MAC?
Thank you so much! I look forward to your suggestions!
I have a 17" MBP 5.2 (probably 2009) that I absolutely love. Is there anyway I can continue to use it?
SPECS:
MAC OS: 10.6.8
Processor 2.8 GH
Memory: 4GB
I love that it's still works like new and my Adobe CS software is paid for. What's not working is, because I have not updated the OS (because I don't want to lose access to using Adobe CS), my access to the internet is extremely limited and if it works at all, extremely sluggish. I'd rather not buy anything new, because I do still love this MBP, but obviously, the need for net access is a huge problem. Is there any way to save this MBP with an update of any kind so that I have access to the internet and also my Adobe CS?
I mostly work in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, but want the option to do basic video editing too.
I have the funds to purchase a new MAC, but get lost in the reviews.
I prefer to stay with a MBP; I use it mostly as a desktop, but I like the flexibility to easily go anywhere.
I get lost in the discussions of ports - if I buy new for net access, which port/adapter do I need to access files on my current MBP (or do I use Time Machine and just transfer files that way - will my 2009 MBP be compatibile to Time Machine?)
Before my 2009 MBP, I purchased a nice iMac; it went quickly went white screen death on me and I lost that investment with only minimal use. This makes me wary of purchasing another iMac and makes me lean towards staying with a MBP. But I read so many complaints about recent models.
Can the Mac Mini connect to my 2009 MBP and allow me to use both for Adobe CS4 files and internet access? Is purchasing the Mac Mini a good idea for the work I do?
I will eventually need to upgrade to an Adobe CS subscription - or go with alternative software, but is there an option for a transition period? Or do I need to just 'suck it up' and upgrade everything?
If I buy new, which MAC do you recommend and why? What MAC specs do you recommend for my use?
OR, do you think I should just update my current MBP OS and forget about using the CS4 software, and wait to buy a new MAC?
Thank you so much! I look forward to your suggestions!
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