I'm experiencing the same dilemma you are, but not only with a G4
PowerBook, but with a G5 PowerMac as well. Unfortunately there are fewer
and fewer options for these aging machines. PowerPC compatible versions of
Linux are still around but will have some limitations. For example there is
no Adobe Flash players or official Java support for PowerPC Linux. There
are some open source options but there may be some compatibility issues.
There may also be issues with connecting newer hardware to your older Mac
since new hardware drivers are not going to be developed for the older
PowerPc platform.
The latest version of Ubuntu can be found for PowerPC. Learn more at:
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/PowerPCFAQ
Good luck,
Ed
On Fri, Dec 2, 2011 at 2:24 PM, David Bird <d_b_indy@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> This list has been interesting and many times very useful.
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> My Aluminum 15" PowerBook is still working well
> on the last OS X that it can run.
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> I did injure the power connection port - it looks a bit funky but works.
> And I just replaced the battery.
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> And, with not being able to upgrade the OS there are some consequences.
> Safari and iTunes are limited.
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> So - the question to the experts here - what suggestions do you have?
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> I've googled this, and know of "trade it in" and "load Linux." Both are
> possibilities - and - I'd like to read ideas from you.
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> Thanks,
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> David
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