Apps :: Question re machines and optimizations

I wouldn't fret about that depending on the type of extension you're compiling. For example, I don't run X (or any X apps) on a couple of my CLASSIC (not atticware

) computers. I think concessions should be made if you're compiling CLI apps, though.

I run X on my i586. Also a search for "16mb X" gives a lot of {4,5}86 comps running DSL and mostly X too..

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my CLASSIC (not atticware

) computers

LOL! Ok, I stand corrected ;+)

I still have very fond memories of some old machines and will probably pick one up when I come across one - eg the MacSE90 - what a classic!

@Curaga: if you feel like testing some of my extensions on 586 sometime, that would be good.

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I still have very fond memories of some old machines and will probably pick one up when I come across one - eg the MacSE90 - what a classic!

I was digging through my office closet and found my old Mac (512k) transport bag -- my first portable that had its own screen and built-in floppy. Forgot I still have that bag even though I sold the Mac around 1987. I only have a couple old PPCs now, practically unusable or even upgradeable as they're configured with Apple's quirky choices of hardware (e.g., NuBus, AudioVision video ports, etc.).

I was thinking of using a classic Mac case for Mini-ITX (and DSL, of course). I've seen some horrid case mods to use flat panels in classic Macs, but I've seen one that retained the old greyscale beauty and classic look by using a monochrome CRT. I may use one of the PPC cases even though it'll mean I can't take advantage of the PCI slots on the Mini-ITX (case is too thin).

Beauty: http://www.mini-itx.com/projects/mac-itx/
Beast: http://www.mini-itx.com/projects/wraithse/

So true with that beauty-beast comparison ;)
Isn't the whole point of using a cool retro case to make it look original?

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