Notan wrote:
> kelly wrote:
>> Hi,
>>
>> I am thinking about buying the Sony VAIO VGN-SZ3VWP/X. I have never
>> owned a Sony laptop before and have a few simple questions, I hope
>> someone can answer.
>>
>> 1. I understand the laptop comes with a lot of pre-installed
>> software/bloatware. I want to have a clean install of Windows but
>> have heard this can cause problems with drivers etc. I have also
>> heard you can use the Sony restore disk and cancel it midway to avoid
>> it installing all the "bloatware". Is this true? Are there any other
>> ways to have a clean install without problems with drivers, etc?
>>
>> 2. If I have a clean install using the method above is it possible for
>> me to choose the size of the partitions? I want a C and D drive and
>> want to be able to choose the size of each partition.
>>
>> 3. If anyone owns the laptop above, their opinions would be useful.
>
> In addition to extremely expensive batteries and replacement parts,
> Sony has some of the worst after-the-sale support known to man.
>
> CAVEAT EMPTOR!
>

Sony has apparently vastly improved their customer support in the last
several years. Consumer Reports (FWIW!) respondents selected Sony as
either the first or second best computer company.

Q