distro rec for beige g3 & sys reqs.

From: BK (3vn5l9b02_at_sneakemail.com)
Date: 10/21/04 

Date: 21 Oct 2004 06:19:04 -0700

Which Linux distribution would you recommend for a beige g3? I guess
this is considered an Old World Mac. It sounds like Debian may be one
of the few options. (Does Open Office work with Debian?)
 
The g3 is currently running MacOS 8.1. Currently has 4 gig hard drive,
64 meg RAM, DVD drive.
 
Rather than reformatting the hard drive, I figured it would be best to
get a second drive for Linux. I guess it could also be used to back up
the original 4 gig drive. Would a 60-80 gig drive be enough?
 
Also, how much RAM is recommended for running Linux and any popular
applications, like Open Office? Is 64 meg enough?
 
Thanks.
 
BK

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