[X-Newbies] Re: Questions re: Classic, Applications folder firewall, faxing

[Charles Martin]

> From: "" <dfmanno at TOAST.NET>
>
> I recently purchased a used iBook G4, and the vendor pre-loaded it  
> with Tiger.

Are you saying he did not give you the original install discs, which  
had Tiger on them? Because if that's the case, he not only ripped YOU  
off, he broke the law doing it.


> 1) I know that Tiger runs non-X apps under Classic. How do I tell  
> if Classic is installed, and if it is not, how do I install it?

Under the Apple Menu is System Preferences. In System Preferences  
(think Control Panel), there is a section on Classic. If there is a  
valid OS 9 folder on your system, it will show up in the list. If  
not, you can install OS 9.2 or higher as you would normally -- just  
don't erase the drive!

PS. Wean yourself off those OS 9 programs *fast.*

> 2) Is it OK to create subfolders in the Applications folder?

I do, so I would say yes. :)

HOWEVER,  be sure that NOTHING but apps is in the Applications  
folder. Very important.

> 3) Is the firewall in Tiger good enough security, or should I be  
> looking for a third-party firewall? How do I activate Tiger's  
> firewall?

You do not need the firewall. Period, end of sentence. Don't bother  
with it, don't turn it on. If you really feel you need a "firewall"  
for DDoS attacks, buy a router. It has a (far superior) automatic  
hardware firewall already in it.

> 4) What's the easiest way to fax under Tiger?

Since you mention you have an iBook G4, nothing could be simpler:

1. Apple Menu -> System Preferences -> Printing and Fax
2. Turn on Faxing. Follow the instructions. Check the Help file if  
you need help.
3. When you want to fax, activate the Print dialog box and look where  
it says "PDF." Under those options you can fax (instead of print) the  
document.

Cheers
Chas