Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Damn you AIMS.

So here's what I know: 1. Windows Vista is a terrible, RAM consuming, bug filled operating system. 2. Windows 7 is a much more efficient, easier to use, bug-free operating system. 3. Switching Windows 7 might make me hate my computer less.
Today I get this soul-crushing gem of an email from the SOM:

"The Windows 7 operating system renders certain required components of the testing system inoperable, and therefore is not permitted on computers used to take your exams. If you have installed Windows 7 on your laptop, you are required to have OIS remove and re-image your computer prior to your next scheduled AIMS exam."

My laptop nightmare continues.

Right now I like UNC's technology policy about as much as I like Chairman Mao, vegemite, and 80's porn...
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2 comments:

  1. plumbisDecember 2, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    Install Virtual Box (free) and install Windows XP in a virtual machine. Install AIMS there and use it.

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  2. ElliottDecember 4, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Thanks - I'll look into it. I'm guessing if I tell the SOM that I plan to do this, they'll find a way to shoot me down, haha.

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