Has anyone tried this language learning software?
I am currently going through the Rosetta Stone Spanish course.
For me it is good for vocabulary and pronunciation. However it is very slow in teaching conversational language. The other issue, is that you have to sit in front of the computer with headphones on, so it is a bit limiting. I supplement it with several conversational Spanish cds that I can listen to in the car or while at work. I think it is a bit expensive for what you get.
Nate in DC
I like the Pimsleur language courses a lot better. You can start speaking after just a few lessons. I was starting to learn Thai a year or two ago, the Rosetta Stone stuff was very confusing whereas the Pimsleur was simple and effective. After you get the basics down, the Rosetta Stone became quite handy.
$500? umm...try it first via isohunt. If you like it, then consider purchasing it. If the FBI uses this with their agents, I would assume its good for the regular Joe.