Google Docs vs. Google Sheets...

Honestly, I feel a bit embarrassed admitting this now, but after having my computer for two years, I realized I don't even have Google Docs, Google Sheets, or MS-DOS installed (not that those are particularly relevant to me right now). To make matters worse, I have absolutely no idea how to actually go about getting them. I’ve recently started an operator training course, and I keep forgetting to ask my instructor for guidance every single time. I am asking for your assistance here... please. 😵 🤔

I have just realized that I posted this in the wrong section, but I am asking for your assistance regardless.😕

So I just went ahead and installed some pirated software. Honestly, who actually pays full price for this stuff anymore? 😁
It’s literally the exact same thing... don't waste your money. Just find someone with a disc and burn it yourself. 😁

Jessica Taylor69 said:So, I just realized something, and honestly, I’m a little embarrassed to admit it... I’ve had this computer for two years now, and I don't even have Word or Excel installed on it. MS-DOS (though that’s not really my main focus here)I honestly have no idea how to get started with that. I’ve actually enrolled in an operator training course right now, but I keep forgetting to ask my instructor about it every single time. If anyone could point me in the right direction or help me figure this out, I would really appreciate it. Please... 😵 🤔

😵 😂
Don't even think about questioning the instructor. They'll definitely tear you apart, haha.

copperridge912 said:I just installed a pirated disc. Honestly, nobody has the money for the originals anymore.😁
It's all the same thing... don't bother buying it. Just get a copy from someone and burn it yourself.😁

Man, is everything really identical? 😵

If you haven't installed it by now, you probably don't need it. Why clutter up your computer with useless junk?

slycrane94 said:... there's really no point in cluttering up a computer with useless stuff.

😂 😁 exactly, especially when you haven't had any use for Word in ages..

Can I just ask... what do you actually use a computer for?

That's wild... I was visiting this lady the other day, and she claims she's been using Notepad for three years straight? Like, seriously? And she doesn't have any actual software installed. 🙄 🙄 🙄

(She's got Office 2000 running on her PC right next to it, too...)

Can we please stop talking about women for five minutes...
This belongs in the blooper reel, but it's more like...

A buddy of mine works as a field technician for some massive IT firm out of Chicago... after chatting with him, I realized he has absolutely no clue that you can actually repair Windows if the boot sector gets trashed.
Up until now, his big solution was just "format C: and start over"!!!!
It’s a total joke—he’s been doing this job for nine years. Nine years! And they actually pay him for it.
He doesn't have the slightest clue how to use MS-DOS commands either.
I'd love to take a look at his rig, though—he casually mentioned that antivirus software "just slows down the machine," so he doesn't bother with it (mind you, he's surfing on a 56k modem!!!).

Honestly, I didn't know how to react. I had to go grab a drink just to keep from losing it. Nine years... what a joke.

😂 😂 🤣 🤣 😂 😂
Man, that actually puts me in a better mood! Thanks! Seriously, thanks!👍

But alright, let's get down to brass tacks here... what you're really looking for is Microsoft Office—you know, the whole package with Word, Excel, and all those other little essentials. Honestly? Your best bet is just to sprint over to a buddy's place, bum a disc with Microsoft Office on it, and install it yourself. Or, even easier—just beg a friend to handle the installation for you. 😉
And as for MS-DOS? Yeah, forget about it. Just let that one go. 🙂

Raymond Rodriguez40 said:I have to ask... what do you actually use a computer for?

It’s for gaming and browsing the web. As for job applications, I just draft them in WordPad and take them down to the local library to print them out. Ha!👋

Bradley Bishop58 said:😂 😂 🤣 🤣 😂 😂

Are you being serious right now? What you are actually looking for is Microsoft Office, which includes Word, Excel, and all those other basic tools. Essentially, you’ll need to run over to a friend's house to borrow an installation disc for Microsoft Office, or better yet, just ask them to handle the installation of 😉
for you. As for MS-DOS, you can forget about that entirely for the time being. 🙂

Thank you very much!👋

Good grief... are you kidding me? You're actually the perfect woman...
just too many video games... (hopefully not gambling😕 )

Are you out of your mind, babe?🙄

Raymond Rodriguez40 said:Good grief... are you kidding me? You're actually the perfect woman...
just playing games...(I hope it isn't gambling😕 )

Are you out of your mind, doll?🙄

It isn't gambling; it's puzzles and logic games.

Greetings from Indianapolis👋 👋

Jessica Taylor69 said:I mainly just use it for gaming and browsing the web, but I write my job applications in Notepad and then take them over to the local pharmacy to get printed out! Heh!👋

Oh man... Notepad? [action]faints[/action]
I mean, are you actually trying to get hired or what???

Anyway, I guess if you aren't using Word, what kind of operator training course are you even signing up for? 🤔

Look at this genius -->

slycrane94 said:If you haven't installed it by now, you probably don't need it. No point clogging up the thread with nonsense.

Raymond Rodriguez40 said:Can I just ask... what do you actually use a computer for?

Quote: copperridge912 said:I just installed a pirated disc. Nobody has money for the originals anymore.😁
a it's all the same... don't buy it, get a disc from someone and burn it.😁

Edward Richardson36 said:Come on, is everything really identical? 😵

You're either full of prejudice or you just hate that "read the manual" attitude.


Hold on! Everyone is jumping the gun. This person is asking for help. If you actually want to be helpful, just recommend where they can find a legitimate source for Microsoft Office.

Jessica Taylor69 said:... I'm a little embarrassed...

A friend once told me: "Asking questions won't kill you."
The first step to knowing something is admitting you don't know it. Ignore these show-offs; only an idiot tells someone else they're stupid just because they're learning.

In a sea of cynical posts, someone mentioned needing Microsoft Office, so
if you haven't grabbed it yet, let me know and we'll figure something out.
Also... MS-DOS is ancient history, so you likely don't need it, but if you're curious about what it was:
Type Start > Run and enter "cmd"
There... that's what MS-DOS looked like.
To go deeper into that window, type the command "dir"—that lists the contents of the current directory. To move through directories, use "cd"; for example, "cd .." takes you back to the parent directory.
Just to clarify, "." represents the current directory while ".." is the parent directory. Everything else is just files or other named folders. Use "exit" to leave.
Now that you've seen what MS-DOS looks like, you can brag on the forum 🙂 about having worked in DOS. 👍

Cheers,

That’s not MS-DOS, genius; it’s just the command prompt. It looks like MS-DOS, sure, but it isn't.

MS-DOS is an operating system, not a command line. That much should be common knowledge.

Were those answers actually about the fact that there's no Word installed? Is it really worth installing software just because you can't find it? Why would anyone bother cluttering up a machine with things they don't need? Are we just trying to look important now?

slycrane94 said:That isn't MS-DOS, genius, it's just CMD. It looks like MS-DOS, but it's not.

MS-DOS is an operating system, not a command line. Obviously.

The whole argument was about how there's no Word installed, so it's a huge deal and now you have to install stuff?!??!! Why would you even put something on your machine if you don't need it?? Are you trying to act tough or what?

You're right... I'm sure you already knew that.
But for your homework, you're still going to have to read my post about a hundred times...

I appreciate everyone's input. I have been promised the disc by tomorrow, at which point I will proceed with the installation. Once finished, I will finally have Word and Excel!!!!!!🙂 👋