I second that as a former linux geek. I used to tinker with Linux on every single device that had compatbile processor, ran server on the old PowerMac 7200 and even tried running it on my Sega Dreamcast console. It was fun for a while as a tool to gain knowledge about net security, shell and so on, but finally gave up after having lost interest in pursuing career in IT. Never really perceived Linux as an alternative to workstations/home computers, to me it was just a good substitute for NT server/ Unices. Maybe it's different now? If you crave for speed you miss in OSX, I'd rather play with OS9, which application library enables you to do more than Linux offers (Office 2001/ Photoshop/ Connectix Virtual Game Station/ ProTools/ amazing, cult classic games like Fallout and WipeOut 2097 to name some). Apart from web browsers, unfortunately.
The browser situation *is* improving, however, with Classilla. With Pismos, even with a G4 processor upgrade and an almost complete Classilla in the future, Flash video will always be slow and choppy, and I expect the same with HTML5. Other than that caveat, Classilla has extended the life of older 'books and Power Macs greatly. Changing and evolving web standards will, however, dictate just how *much* life that is.
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