Hey
I always
dim my screen to the off position once I got it going....
I can monitor it with the front panel of the Ultralite
and do occasionally bring the brightness up to check, but only a few times
+ the added benefit of dimming the screen is longer battery life....
the main reason I started using my iBook, is I was having many issues transfering my DAT's in real time to my computers... after 3 hours realizing there were many glitches
I'd have to do it all over again...
however with the newer digi recorders and the ability to transfer "files" via firewire or usb, rather than need eing to actually play them is beneficial
you can be mindful when using a laptop
just like being a mindful taper in general
not telling your neighbors to shut up or be quiet...
while I don't like loud shouters, it is there show too, its not my place to tell them how or how not to enjoy the show...
usually or often
I am welcomed by many of the bands I record and they want me there
so I am not worried
they are happy, and so am I