Craig

Had similar, though not identical, issues with  2006 MBPro 15".  Lots of graphics artifacts and eventually many "drop dead, I don't care howe vital the database you are working on is, freezes".  Apple Genii confirmed bad graphics chip, bummer as warranty long gone.  Replaced with a "Pimp My Ride" MBAir - no issues after direct migration.  I'd guess you have a hardware issue - they don't make'em like they used to.

Stephen

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On Dec 29, 2010, at 10:43 AM, Craig Gaevert wrote:

> Since I recently started using FMPA11 regularly (after figuring out the annoying printer interface problem), when I'm in layout mode, any errant grab of the scroll bars results in a smeared display, as though taking several layers of the screen (onion-like) and smudging them with Vaseline. Wondering if this is just me or are others 'seeing' something similar. I've also noticed when working in layout mode that I can see the text gradually get fuzzier until it gets selected at which time the selected text gets sharper. In any case it usually means a limited working time in any layout mode before it all goes 'greasy'. If anyone wants the screen shot I can send off-line.
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> Macbook Pro late 2010 2.8 ghz, 8 gb ram
> OSX 10.6.5
> FMPA 11.0.2
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> Thanks and HNY
> 
> Craig