> Or can I stay with 7.5? I like the speed and smaller footprint of that OS, > but I realize find that I'm missing some resources such as "draglib" and > "objectsupportlib". > Frank C. Modica
I've played a lot with 7.1, 7.5 and 7.6 recently to see what was the best OS for my Duos. I'd say that it all depends on your RAM and HD size of course but if your drive and RAM can take it, use version 7.6.1 as opposed to 7.5.3. Also, I tried 8.0 and 8.1 on the 280c, but they were too slow for my own liking. So regardless of the processor and without using RAM Doubler 2 in the equation, I've decided that: - Option 1: RAM < 12Mb & HD < 160 = 7.1 - Option 2: RAM < 20Mb & HD < 240 = 7.5.3 - Option 3: RAM > 20Mb & HD > 240 = 7.6.1 and I use a few add-ons released after 7.6.1 such as the Appearance Manager to get Copland icons, OT 1.1.2 and OT/PPP 1.0.1, AppleShare 3.8.3 and I reverted to Apple CD-ROM 5.3.1 instead of 5.3.3 to use my Yamaha 4416. There is not much between options 2 & 3, and you could definitely run 7.6.1 with option 2 specs but the memory required by 7.6 is significantly higher than with 7.5. The difference between the two is also quite noticeable in terms of internet connectivity. Try setting up a dial-up connection with Mac TCP 2.0.6 and then Open Transport 1.1.2, and see the difference! Also, OT enables you to run Hotline, Carracho and other programs who need OT. Finally, some applications I have will not run on OS before 7.6, even with extras like CFM-68K, drag lib, etc. Francois Rossi ---------- Duo/2400 List, The friendliest place on the Net! A listserv for users and fans of Mac subportables. FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/DuoListFAQ.shtml> Be sure to visit Mac2400! <http://www.sineware.com/mac2400> To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Need help from a real person? Try. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ---------- Dr. Bott | 10/100 Ethernet for your 2400 is finally here! MPC-100 | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/mpc100.html> RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.com> Midwest Mac Parts ][ <http://www.midwestmac.com> After-market parts for Macs. ][ 888-356-1104 ][ MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879! Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com>
