Hi all I have just subbed to list because i have moved my main mac from an emac to a G4 iBook. the main reason for this is that the iBook is alot easier for me to use as i can sit on the couch with it on my Knee's. The reason i chose the iBook is because i already had and still have a G3 ibook 600 14.1, This is set up as a desktop now to replace the family mac With a keyboard and mouse for my daughter to use when she needs a bit more speed than the trust 3400 can give her. My questions are The slot cdrw/dvd on the G4 is noisy is that normal? and what is the "real use" battery life like on the G4 ibook.? Other than them questions I am really happy with the speed and everything. vicki