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The Daily Show is now on the iTMS, also.
The sale of these shows is being handled a bit differently. You can buy a "multi-pass" for both The Colbert Report and The Daily Show for $9.99US. This gets you the current episode, and sets up iTunes to automatically download future episodes as they become available (up to 16 episodes). Think of it as a paid podcast.
How does video work on iTunes. Can you play it back on your TV?
apparently the resolution is a little poor.
It's not as good as your average torrent, but less likely to get your internet access cut off.
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The iTunes shows look just fine on my iBook monitor. And the sound is excellent -- I output it to my stereo speakers!
I haven't tried to make a VCD from the Lost episodes I've DLd.
I've watched videos from the Music Store on my TV. They weren't as good as a torrent, but not bad enough to take me out of the story.
I am a clueless with regards to what to look for in a laptop, but I have a bit of cash and need a very basic machine. I don't want to clog the thread but if anyone is willing to shoot me some non-Apple advice, I'd appreciate it - profile addy is good.
My basic needs - wireless internet, iTunes, MS Office. I don't want a tiny keyboard. Beyond that, I have no idea what I need/want.
I would go to a computer store just see some laptops in person, so you can get a feel for if the keyboard and touchpad (or whatever replaces the mouse) feel okay to you and if the screen looks good. You might be able to get an idea of what the weight and size are really like too. Lots of them have built-in wireless. I don't know laptops enough to know what brands are best, but I do know the value of actually seeing the hardware in person before buying even if the acutal purchase is online.
Yes to what Gudanov said. My company has Thinkpads, and I was quickly proficient at using the touchpoint in the center of the keyboard, but many other users never seem to catch on. Whereas I took at least a year to get used to the touchpad on my iBook....
Whereas I took at least a year to get used to the touchpad on my iBook....
Huh.
I was surprised - it took me no time at all (maybe a week or two?). I can use the touchpad with left or right hand equally well, which is weird because I can't really use a mouse left-handed.