> 1. What do you STILL use your Duo for, given its > speed/RAM/storage/screen restrictions? I actually use a Duo230 all day, every day. I mostly write software, manage Unix servers, and write (email, reports, documentation, etc.). I have Netscape 4.08 installed and it runs well, but since many websites today are very heavy, I split my browsing between Lynx with SSL (on Unix) and Netscape on a Quadra 650 (!). > 2. Would the 2300 be capable of *playing* MP3s? > CPU speed, storage capacity, lack of socket for h/phones - do you > try anyway? Mono sound... not much point. > 3. Internet connection? > What modem practically is useful (intl & extl, and/or via docks)? > Will intl Apple modem from other models work in the Duo? Which > ones? Anyone from Australia have Aus-specific info re modems? > Do you use your Duo just for email, or browse (with iCab) too? I've used Global Village and other external modems, and I use Ethernet. I've never tried an internal modem (although I have one now, sitting in my drawer). The Global Village Platinum 33.6 has been very reliable and fast, and requires no special software. > 4. What apps do you use regularly? NiftyTelnet SSH, MacVIM, BBEdit, Calendar, ClarisWorks 2, Netscape 4.08, MacPerl. Depending what you want/need to do, you may actually consider a 280/280c. If you will be working with text then you may find that you won't need the PPC chip nor the IDE bus. The 040 chip give very snappy performance for non-multimedia applications. If you really want a multimedia computer, save your money for something new. You'll be very disappointed otherwise. Kris Feldmann ---------- 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> NineWire | If they are cool enough to host this list... Digital Solutions | ...you should check them out! http://www.NineWire.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>
