Hello Again. Appreciate the replies to my two queries. I've been traveling and unable to reply. The original question about the software was poorly framed: I wasn't looking for OS 8 or 9 and am not looking for brand new software (read: $$expensive$$). I'm looking for original software to run in OS 8/9. I find the occasional offering on ebay, but not much useful to me. Lots of educational stuff for many who are more youthful than myself. As for the battery thing. Thanks for the info Chris. Is there a way to upgrade the present battery capacity? Anyone with direct experience with a 1.0GHz and alternative battery solutions providing longer life? Thanks again! Cheers. Dave __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com