Mrs. Mecomber's Scrapbook

I’m so happy! I am always so happy when I get a great deal.

I have a computer with a Vista 64-bit operating system. It’s much easier to find compatible software than it used to be, but it can still be a challenge with the older programs, like my beloved Paint Shop Pro 8 and 9. I loved those programs. But they won’t really work on my machine. PSP 9 will technically “work,” but it has to re-adjust the display settings when it starts up and closes, and I just hate it. SO I’d been keeping my eyes peeled for a newer version of PSP (and my kids wanted the older versions of their computers, so…).

I was browsing at Staples and saw a terrific package called the “Corel Word Perfect Home Media Works” but it was priced at $80! And that was a sale price, too! Gulp. The package looked perfect though– it has Paint Shop Pro X, ULead VideoStudio (which I’ve been wanting for a long time, to replace the Windows MovieMaker I have), WordPerfect X3, and the Intervideo DVD Copy 5 Express. All four programs for $80 was actually a great deal, since PSP sells for about $50 and the newest version is about $100. But still, $80? No way.

I shopped aorund on eBay and found two there. Oh my word, they were $20, brand new and never opened! I ordered it and it came today. The package is definitely brand new– everything is installed– and I just love it! I now have my new PSP (works perfectly) and my ULead. I am flying high!!

So when you see something, especially software, look around at Amazon and eBay. And if you are looking for software, try an older version. Usually there is nothing wrong with an older version and you can save the big bucks just by avoiding the new stuff.