[P1] iBook as a desktop

[Brian Pearce]

> I am looking to buy a new laptop & considering the iBook - the new 
> ones just announced are hard to resist.  I do want to be able to 
> attach a bookends unit and use it as a desktop.  In that 
> configuration, I'd keep the screen closed and use an aux keyboard, 
> mouse, and monitor.  Is that doable on the iBook?  I know it is on the 
> Powerbook (my other option)

As far as I know, the only way to operate the iBook while closed is 
with a software hack; you probably won't destoy the computer in the 
short term, but the increased exposure to heat will probably reduce the 
lifespan of the internal components (and could cause unexpected 
component failures).

BRIAN/bpearce at cloud9.net