[P1] Compatibility issues with Panther

[Brian Pearce]

> I presume there're people already using the new Apple OS so any
> compatibility problems with existing, third party software should've
> appeared, if any.
>
> So what's up? Anybody had problems with existing drivers, programs, 
> etc?

Remove any third-party System Preference panes before you start. Repair 
Permissions and, if you can, repair any damage to the disc before you 
install. Then Repair Permissions after you install.

The worst of it seems to be loss of data with some FireWire drives 
under certain conditions; you'll want to avoid having one attatched to 
your computer when you restart or shut down. (For the most part, it 
looks like you can safely use one otherwise.)

And if you do a "Clean Install" and Repair Permissions after, your 
printing may be bolloxed up; but there are quick and easy solutions to 
fix this problem.

There are scattered (and uncorroborated) reports of other problems, but 
these two seem to be the worst of them that I've seen. It's been 
working great for me.

BRIAN/bpearce at cloud9.net