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First mac, looking for advice on cheap 2nd hand
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<blockquote data-quote="wicker_man" data-source="post: 195113" data-attributes="member: 16283"><p>Thanks for all the replies.</p><p></p><p>I have considered a Mac Mini (an even an iBook G3 or PowerBook Pismo) but they aren't that easy (or cheap) to upgrade compared to a desktop.</p><p></p><p>I think I like the PowerMac G4 idea. The G4 400MHz with 128mb RAM, 20GB HDD, DVD ROM, ATi Rage 128 Pro AGP 16mb and OSX Puma is just under £200.</p><p>Obviously I'll need a monitor aswell (a cheap CRT will probably have to do until I can get a nice TFT). This should be fine for a while for general basic use and to find my way around Mac OS and until I can afford upgrades.</p><p></p><p>How much is a processor upgrade (approx) and what kinds can you get?</p><p></p><p>Also, is the ATi Rage Pro capable of running widescreen resolutions? (1280x800 or 1440x900 for example)</p><p></p><p>Obviously, I need to find a part time job first and earn money, so I won't be buying for a few months, but I like to research first and get advice from experienced users.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="wicker_man, post: 195113, member: 16283"] Thanks for all the replies. I have considered a Mac Mini (an even an iBook G3 or PowerBook Pismo) but they aren't that easy (or cheap) to upgrade compared to a desktop. I think I like the PowerMac G4 idea. The G4 400MHz with 128mb RAM, 20GB HDD, DVD ROM, ATi Rage 128 Pro AGP 16mb and OSX Puma is just under £200. Obviously I'll need a monitor aswell (a cheap CRT will probably have to do until I can get a nice TFT). This should be fine for a while for general basic use and to find my way around Mac OS and until I can afford upgrades. How much is a processor upgrade (approx) and what kinds can you get? Also, is the ATi Rage Pro capable of running widescreen resolutions? (1280x800 or 1440x900 for example) Obviously, I need to find a part time job first and earn money, so I won't be buying for a few months, but I like to research first and get advice from experienced users. [/QUOTE]
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