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it is a legal version but you will only be able to install it once - you know when you buy a new computer and it has MS office already installed - that is a OEM copy

The packaging and legal rights that come with the OEM versions of a software package generally differ from what is provided with the retail versions. The functionality of the software is often the same, but it is quite common for the OEM version to be a version with reduced functionality. (For instance the OEM version of Cyberlink PowerDVD supports two-channel audio but not multi-channel sound systems. A customer who wishes to play DVDs with multi-channel sound is required to pay to upgrade to the full version).

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Just check with them that it is in fact the full version and it should be fine

This is what it says about it... I guess it's ok then, But I'd like an opinion I dont want to waste my money I'm to good at that already

OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer
OEM software is a full version (non-upgrade) which includes the CD-ROM and the product key codes. These elements are all you will need to load and run the software. The software runs exactly the same way as the full retail version (including automatic updates). The differences between OEM Vs Retail Box are:
1. OEM does not come in a box.
2. OEM is only licensed for one computer.
3. OEM is not transferable.
4. OEM cannot be used to upgrade.
5. Microsoft does not supply free technical support or installation support for OEM.

OEM is the full software version, but it is cheaper because it doesn't come in the fancy package. Theoretically it's supposed to be sold with hardware, although it isn't always.

I just have to say that I have been a faithful lurker in this thread and my goodness - you guys are all fabulous! The siggies are just gorgeous! If I wasn't so blasted busy with my real life, I would love to come play and make some sigs too. If the thread is still going mid-August I'll have to come play with you then...

In that case (as long as you are sure its a legit source) I would go ahead and buy cheap

Originally Posted by halfpint

This is what it says about it... I guess it's ok then, But I'd like an opinion I dont want to waste my money

I'm to good at that already

OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer
OEM software is a full version (non-upgrade) which includes the CD-ROM and the product key codes. These elements are all you will need to load and run the software. The software runs exactly the same way as the full retail version (including automatic updates). The differences between OEM Vs Retail Box are:
1. OEM does not come in a box.
2. OEM is only licensed for one computer.
3. OEM is not transferable.
4. OEM cannot be used to upgrade.
5. Microsoft does not supply free technical support or installation support for OEM.

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Well, if I were you, I'd spend the extra money and get the non OEM version, because chances are, you might want to get a new computer in the future, or there is also a chance that you may need a new hard drive at some point. I have Photoshop 7.01, which isn't even the latest version of Photoshop and even used on ebay, it's still about 3 times more expensive that Phtoshop Elements. New, it costs $700. So, even at $90, Elements is a bargain. You can also get a new version of Paint Shop Pro for around $90. A lot of people use that program, one of which is Cagnes, and she makes some of most beautiful Signatures around. Of course if you just want to test the waters and see how you like it, I'd say go for the cheaper version. You can always buy another one at the same price, if you get a new computer.

Thanks Everyone for the help, If I get that photoshop elements, your reward is a good laugh when I try to use it But it will be cheap enough that I can afford the laughs


And all the siggy's are so wonderful, such talent...Maybe I'll try, but I would be better at decorating your home I think we'll see

Originally Posted by halfpint

Thanks Everyone for the help, If I get that photoshop elements, your reward is a good laugh when I try to use it

But it will be cheap enough that I can afford the laughs

And all the siggy's are so wonderful, such talent...Maybe I'll try, but I would be better at decorating your home I think

we'll see

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Adobe lets you download a free 30 day trial of the program at www.adobe.com. Why don't you try that first before you spend the money on it?

Originally Posted by AbbysMom

Adobe lets you download a free 30 day trial of the program at www.adobe.com. Why don't you try that first before you spend the money on it?

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Thanks for that information That's a better deal for me to see what it's all about, I downloaded it and I'm completely confussed By the time I sort through what it's all about the free trial will be up It may be to overwheling for me not sure, I have a hard time sitting still for very long My Family all says I'm like a jack rabbit Thanks

Originally Posted by halfpint

Thanks for that information

That's a better deal for me to see what it's all about, I downloaded it and I'm completely confussed

By the time I sort through what it's all about the free trial will be up

It may be to overwheling for me not sure, I have a hard time sitting still for very long

My Family all says I'm like a jack rabbit

Thanks

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If you find all posts by Hopehacker, Hope has given lots of really good hints &tips for working with pictures

Originally Posted by Anakat

If you find all posts by Hopehacker, Hope has given lots of really good hints &tips for working with pictures

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I'll be happy to help in any way I can, but remember I know Photoshop. I'm not that familiar with Photoshop Elements. I gather they're very much the same. I'm just assuming Elements has a few less capabilities. However, what you would use it for to make a Signature is probably the same.

Don't worry, the first time I saw Photoshop, I got so frustrated I almost cried. I just HATED it, because it was so hard and confusing. Now, I LOVE it. Couldn't live without it. It takes a little time and patience, but believe me, it's well worth it. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Don't be afraid to mess things up. It's all part of the learning process.

I am still learning, I have Photshop Elements and you can do lots with it.
One bit of advice I would offer is to save and make copies often, then if you do mess it up you haven't got to go right back to the start again.

Originally Posted by Anakat

I am still learning, I have Photshop Elements and you can do lots with it.
One bit of advice I would offer is to save and make copies often, then if you do mess it up you haven't got to go right back to the start again.

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Oh My goodness This is a tad intimadating...You guys need to knock it off with all the great siggy's I don't think I even have a clue where to start maybe I'll just go shopping that would be less stressful, This won't be easy for me because I just want to do it, not have to read everything But I guess I'll just get up from here and then come back and read the information I can't just give up not in me. I'm one if I can learn it I'll be fine, but I also would rather sit by someone and have them show me, that makes it easier...I'll have to get Lessons That's how I learned to do alot of things I don't have a clue about..
So anyhoooooooo I"LL BE BACK Maybe not with this program but to Enjoy what you all do, Great Idea about just trying that program.

There are lots of websites that can teach you step by step how to cut out the kitties etc

http://fotofects.com/categories/Tuto...shop-Elements/
http://myjanee.home.insightbb.com/tutorials.htm
http://www.photoshoproadmap.com/Phot...ost-popular/1/
http://www.photoshopsupport.com/elements/tutorials.html
http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/pselements/

oh and the first time I opened photoshop - I nearly cried too, now I have been using it for about 18 months and I still learn new stuff all the time but I am a lot more comfortable with it

Originally Posted by icklemiss21

There are lots of websites that can teach you step by step how to cut out the kitties etc

http://fotofects.com/categories/Tuto...shop-Elements/
http://myjanee.home.insightbb.com/tutorials.htm
http://www.photoshoproadmap.com/Phot...ost-popular/1/
http://www.photoshopsupport.com/elements/tutorials.html
http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/pselements/

oh and the first time I opened photoshop - I nearly cried too, now I have been using it for about 18 months and I still learn new stuff all the time but I am a lot more comfortable with it

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I told my hubby who just went to get kitty litter for me PLEASE if there's a DUMMY book somewhere get it for me Thanks for that info, I'll have to get done whatever I am going to do before I even start because I'm stubborne, I'll have a HUGE headache after a bit, I don't have alot of patience, but then I'll get up and come right back

Ok don't laugh I have brought up that Photoshop Elements 60 times I need siggy's for dummy's lol, or photoshop for idoits Is there a certin thingee that tells you "How to make a Siggy" Oh well what the heck I'll get it the hour before this free trial is expired It really would be easy I think if I could see it done Ok I'm done but at least I'm still laughing about it, I have a headache but I'm

When I downloaded the free trial, I gave up on making sigs, and used it to correct a few of my photographs. It was later, after I had the software that I finally "got" it.

How do you make these siggies? They are so precious!! I so wanna know how you make them!

What do you guys use to make these siggies??? Do you use photoshop or paint shop or animation shop or what?? Do they have anything similar that you can use thats free???

Originally Posted by kittyluver27

What do you guys use to make these siggies??? Do you use photoshop or paint shop or animation shop or what?? Do they have anything similar that you can use thats free???

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I usually use Photoshop to make my signatures. For your signature, I first used Bryce 3D to create the beach/ocean background. Then I saved it as a PSD (Photoshop file) and did the rest of the work in Photoshop.

Originally Posted by HopeHacker

I usually use Photoshop to make my signatures. For your signature, I first used Bryce 3D to create the beach/ocean background. Then I saved it as a PSD (Photoshop file) and did the rest of the work in Photoshop.

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I dont usually download stuff. Does it cost money to download photoshop? Is there anything that you can download similar to that, that's free?