On Wed, 7 Apr 2004, Bill Spencer wrote: > Hi there: Could someone please explain to me the value of partitioning, and > how one does it? Or direct me to a site where they talk about it? Thanks!
Partitioning is done with your disk utility software. Do this *before* you install the OS, etc. Why? Depends on use. Do you need to *boot* into OS 9? Put it on the first partition. Do your apps need scratch disks? Separate partition. Some folks like to keep the OS separate from the apps (as is possible) and the data. Separate partitions allow for simpler backup (e.g.data). I have 2 x 128GB disks in my tower. Separate partitions for each OS (9 and X) Separate partition for data Separate partition for downloads Separate partitions for my powerbook and tower OS X backup Separate partition for video editing - wiped clean at the end of each session There's some more, but you get the idea. Note that there are some folks who don't partition at all and claim to be very happy with the set-up. YMMV. HTH, -- Non Illegitimi Carborundum -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
