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<blockquote data-quote="Rcadden" data-source="post: 225105"><p>Thanks for the feedback, and the links. I'm confused still with the processors and whatnot, and coming from Windows, a bit appalled at the amount of RAM these systems have. I have heard though that Macs don't require as much RAM as Windows. That first link from above (thanks, btw) has a G3 iBook for $250. Here's the specs:</p><p></p><p>System configuration:</p><p>12-inch iBook</p><p>500MHz G3 processor</p><p>320MB RAM</p><p>30GB Hard Drive</p><p>CD-ROM Drive</p><p>2- USB ports</p><p>1- Firewire port</p><p>56K modem</p><p>Ethernet port</p><p>Battery/Power adapter</p><p></p><p>Other than not having wireless (not a huge deal for a starter/tester like this) is there any reason why this would be a bad choice? The website says it's preloaded with OS 9.2. </p><p></p><p>1. How close/similar is that to the latest OS?</p><p>2. How much would it cost to update that to the newest OS?</p><p>3. Would such a system even RUN the newest OS? (When answering this question, please keep in mind what I'm using it for. It's no use to me if it runs, but SLOWLY, as that's my main complaint about my Windows laptop)</p><p></p><p>I think I'd rather have a laptop, as I don't currently have an extra monitor. Thanks for the mini suggestions, though. Thanks again for being so helpful guys. Mac users sure are friendly!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Rcadden, post: 225105"] Thanks for the feedback, and the links. I'm confused still with the processors and whatnot, and coming from Windows, a bit appalled at the amount of RAM these systems have. I have heard though that Macs don't require as much RAM as Windows. That first link from above (thanks, btw) has a G3 iBook for $250. Here's the specs: System configuration: 12-inch iBook 500MHz G3 processor 320MB RAM 30GB Hard Drive CD-ROM Drive 2- USB ports 1- Firewire port 56K modem Ethernet port Battery/Power adapter Other than not having wireless (not a huge deal for a starter/tester like this) is there any reason why this would be a bad choice? The website says it's preloaded with OS 9.2. 1. How close/similar is that to the latest OS? 2. How much would it cost to update that to the newest OS? 3. Would such a system even RUN the newest OS? (When answering this question, please keep in mind what I'm using it for. It's no use to me if it runs, but SLOWLY, as that's my main complaint about my Windows laptop) I think I'd rather have a laptop, as I don't currently have an extra monitor. Thanks for the mini suggestions, though. Thanks again for being so helpful guys. Mac users sure are friendly! [/QUOTE]
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