Stepping into the Abyss... a story
That’s what it feels like when confronting my computer troubles.
Seems my 6-year-old laptop isn’t up to the challenge presented by the installation of windows 11 and “updating” my Lightroom Classic and Photoshop apps to the latest release.
My “dream” photo-editing workflow has turned into a nightmare of program crashes and hours of online searching for a survival guide.
So, I’ve done the adult thing and ordered a proper desktop, one whose GPU doesn’t wheeze like a chain-smoking asthmatic climbing stairs. In the meantime, here is a photo I managed to hack out of my struggling Laptop.
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The Egyptian Goose:
This striking Goose is native to Africa, mainly the eastern and southern parts of the continent; it has also been introduced widely across Europe and parts of the US. Note the staring pale eye surrounded by a dark patch, pink legs, and overall gray and buffy plumage. In flight, look for bright white forewings. Usually found in pairs or family groups. Feeds while swimming and by grazing on shore.
Despite its name, this bird is more like a large duck than a typical goose. It rests on the ground more than in the water, and it also perches on—and even nests in—trees. A highly adaptable species, Egyptian Goose is very successful in its native Africa, where it sometimes causes damage to crops. Introduced populations have become established in Europe and North America.
Nikon Z8, Nikkor 600/6.3, 1/2500 @ f/7.1, ISO 3600, edited to taste)
Stepping into the Abyss... a story
That’s what it feels like when confronting my computer troubles.
Seems my 6-year-old laptop isn’t up to the challenge presented by the installation of windows 11 and “updating” my Lightroom Classic and Photoshop apps to the latest release.
My “dream” photo-editing workflow has turned into a nightmare of program crashes and hours of online searching for a survival guide.
So, I’ve done the adult thing and ordered a proper desktop, one whose GPU doesn’t wheeze like a chain-smoking asthmatic climbing stairs. In the meantime, here is a photo I managed to hack out of my struggling Laptop.
______________________
The Egyptian Goose:
This striking Goose is native to Africa, mainly the eastern and southern parts of the continent; it has also been introduced widely across Europe and parts of the US. Note the staring pale eye surrounded by a dark patch, pink legs, and overall gray and buffy plumage. In flight, look for bright white forewings. Usually found in pairs or family groups. Feeds while swimming and by grazing on shore.
Despite its name, this bird is more like a large duck than a typical goose. It rests on the ground more than in the water, and it also perches on—and even nests in—trees. A highly adaptable species, Egyptian Goose is very successful in its native Africa, where it sometimes causes damage to crops. Introduced populations have become established in Europe and North America.
Nikon Z8, Nikkor 600/6.3, 1/2500 @ f/7.1, ISO 3600, edited to taste)