Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar [Old Version]

While not a true switcher (as I run a high end Win XP Pro PC(2.4 ghz dual Intel cpu 2 gig ram (Money) Pro-graphics card and the fantastic Sony GWM-FW900 24" wide screen monitor) for (Money) a seat 3d CAD/CAM software)

But to replace my ageing Dell 800 p-3 mostly used for games and fun with Linux) as a main home computer

I bought a top of the line iMac 800 G-4 super drive in March to see what all the fuss was about ref OS-X. as I am an old Unix geek thought it would make a nice BAD Unix toy if this Apple thing did not work out and it was so fine to look at as an industrial design engineer.

So if any one was entitled to be miffed with Apple at the full price on this 'point' upgrade it was I.

Well this is NO 'point' upgrade! this is like going from Wi 98sp2 to XP pro SP1 only much more so not only Was X 10.1.5 rock solid on the iMac G-4 this 10.2 is faster and better in every way in very subtle ways

If I could get my work software ported to OS-X I would have a dual G4-1.25 Ghz driving my Sony MFW-900 in a moment

I am a total convert to the fantastic beauty of this OS and I Have ordered Ashlar Velum Cobalt to see if it can replace my work PC software on a Mac


Macintosh OS X 10.2 (Jaguar   July 30, 2002
John England (Seattle, WA 98125 United States)
22 out of 32 found this review helpful

This is an absolute must have upgrade! For Mac users, this system is speedier, seems more stable and includes a lot of upgrades and improvements that really show the maturity of this system in 2 short years. For those who have never used Mac OS X, this will remind you of why you bought a computer in the first place, because it's fun and you can get so many things done! Ichat combines all your messaging systems into one unit, the Address Book is system wide (no more having 20 different databases with the same information.) Rendezvous lets you link your computers and devices instantly without any configuration! Even Sherlock has been upgraded to deliver stock quotes, maps, restaurants and more without a browser...

(updated 2005, upgrade to Tiger, it blows Jaguar away!)


Look Out Windows XP   July 29, 2002
20 out of 27 found this review helpful

I have seen this operating system at work. It is the smoothest, most flawless OS available. Right now I'm running 10.1 and my computer has never froze. 10.2 is not only faster and more stable, it also has a whole lot of extras which I am willing to pay the full [amt.]for. I am an AIM fanatic and seeing iChat is, by far, the coolest messenger program I've seen. Also, the speed of the graphics is an absolute must see. Thumbs up Apple!!


Non-Apple ee/developer likes it also   August 9, 2002
19 out of 23 found this review helpful

OS X 10.2 is outstanding. I am neither an Apple ee nor a developer; just someone who has been lucky enough to play with a pre-release version, and I can honestly say that the glow reflected in these reviews is real. 10.2 is a revelatory experience.


A New Perspective on Mac OS   November 26, 2002
Voltaire
17 out of 18 found this review helpful

I am a recent switcher to the Macintosh platform, I, like many of the reviewers, have used Microsoft and various other OS. I have used MS OS since DOS. I must say that Jaguar is a beautiful OS, and to add to the beauty is the UNIX core that lies underneath. However it is a bit sluggish even on G4 machines, when compared to Apples previous OS9. I have an 800 MHz Titanium PowerBook with 512MB of RAM. The CPU get eaten up by intense applications, moreso than it did when using OS9 with those same applications. For everyday users this is not a concern, but for people working on grpahics and computer media, sluggish performance is unbearable. I do however love the fact that it is almost fully customizable.

PROS:

Astonishing Looks
Exceedingly stable (compared to Windows OS)
Excellent Memory Management
Infinitely cutomizable
Good selection of third party software for graphic designers
Nice Apple Apps for the so called "digital hub"
iTunes especially stands out with MP3 fanatics (light years ahead of Winamp for Windows)
Seamless integration with both Apple and Windows networks.

CONS:

Somewhat sluggish performance compared to OS9 (due mostly to the Astonishing Looks above)
Being codenamed "Jaguar"