Google Earth 6 - to be avoided?

[vulcanised]

I've just been reading a lot of very unhappy posts from folk who have found that GE6 is a barely functioning nightmare.

Just in case you're tempted............

[BOAC]

S'working ok for me, but I am now braced.

[Loose rivets]

I got this, this morning via e-mail. I haven't looked to see if it's part of a bulk upgrade, or quite separate.

Google Earth Secrets Unveiled!
The Best Locations & Exciting How-to Guides

Check out new high-traffic locations from Google Earth that will have you re-thinking your place on earth. A selection of the most popular or top rated places on earth.

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See the Coolest Locations On Our Planet

Google Earth is a free software which allows you to explore the globe from your home. This great new add-on allows you to view earth's top locations, and a new feature lets you map all your contacts - offering you a visual representation of your social network!

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Explore The World

- Free tutorials and eBooks help you maximize Google Earth
- Navigate to the earth's best locations!
- Display your friends and family on the map for easy viewing

You'll also receive a special flight simulator and 3D views of buildings and cities across the globe! Not to mention satellite imagery, maps, and even the ability to explore the sky!

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See Your City from a Whole New Perspective

Best Regards,

Daniel Davis
Earth Online Locations

[Gertrude the Wombat]

Works for me.

The previous version didn't, so this is a definite improvement.