All right.... I JUST ordered a used lime iMac g3 600mhz (has a new logic board) off of ebay. I know it's slow.. but I really don't have the cash to spend on a new computer that I may not like. Well...I'm a vista user, have always been with windows (tried linux - HATED it!) but i'm thinking my next computer is going to be that 24" iMac.. if i like os X that is. What are the main problems with switching? I know this mac is REALLY slow...but im not getting it to replace my PC, im just getting it to learn os X really...
just ordered my first mac.....used.....slow....but i cant wait!
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All right.... I JUST ordered a used lime iMac g3 600mhz (has a new logic board) off of ebay. I know it's slow.. but I really don't have the cash to spend on a new computer that I may not like. Well...I'm a vista user, have always been with windows (tried linux - HATED it!) but i'm thinking my next computer is going to be that 24" iMac.. if i like os X that is. What are the main problems with switching? I know this mac is REALLY slow...but im not getting it to replace my PC, im just getting it to learn os X really...
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I've had no problems with switching to OS X. It took a good couple days to become familiar with OS X however it's also really easy to get the hang of.
Congratulations on your purchase!!!
Congratulations on your purchase!!!
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if you like that version of OSX Leopard is actually amazing in comparison. From looks to the organization in my opinion.
Whenever I work on computers at work and apples come in, and they are older OS's like Pre 10.2(i think) and OS9 I get pretty angry....lol
Just my opinion and I know im being a whiny wuss about it but, yeah....lol
either way enjoy and have fun
Whenever I work on computers at work and apples come in, and they are older OS's like Pre 10.2(i think) and OS9 I get pretty angry....lol
Just my opinion and I know im being a whiny wuss about it but, yeah....lol
either way enjoy and have fun
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I was pretty stunned when I upgraded from 10.4 to 10.5! OS X is pretty easy actually, just have a play, get online or whateveer and do your normal stuff and you pick it up pretty quickly by yourself.
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That machine will not run Leopard. Tiger might be the beat solution for you with a little patience. Upgrade the RAM depending on what you can afford.
Good luck with it. It's a fun little machine.
Good luck with it. It's a fun little machine.
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yah sorry for the confusion i wasnt recommending leopard on that, just if, or i should say WHEN ;D you buy your newer apple and leopard its alot better and a bit different/easier to use
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