the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted April 29, 2005 I am curios as to what other people's opinions are on BeOS. People who have used it, that is...I'm under the impression that not many have used BeOS, which I feel is a bit of a shame..it seems to be a really nice, fast OS, not to mention lightweight on drive space. I find it does tend to be a little similar to using a macintosh in a few ways, but not as much as I've been told before. Also, has anyone here tried BeOS Max Edition or Haiku? I'm curious on what those are like... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neverseen 0 Report post Posted April 29, 2005 Hm.. why using BeOS when we already have windows? I think windows has the advantage simply because there's sooo many copies out there and sooo many people using it..that naturally, theres gonna be way more software for it..however, there's still quite a bit of BeOS software (especially for intel) and keep in mind that theres really not that many different kinds of apps anyways, so where you might find a hundred different media players for BeOS,for instance, theres tens of thousands for windows..but remember, more quantity doesn't imply better quality, just more programmers :PThe original intent at Be wasn't to try and replace windows, but to co-exist comfortably alongside it, so it keeps your windows partition safe during install, and allows you to boot between them after...It's worth noting that it wan't discontinued because of any issues with the OS, but due to severe financial difficulties within Be, inc... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted May 1, 2005 Windows is just a coffin that needs nailed shut..Also, I'm running Slack 10.1 and AROS (Amiga Research Operating System) along with BeOS. It still boggles my mind though, how the OS with the worst track record is the most popular one...I prefer my software with at least a little bit of quality... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madcrow 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2005 I love BeOS even though I don't have room to keep it installed. It reminds me a lot of the old Amiga OS, especially with the Translators system. I'm shocked that it failed so badly, but I guess there was only room in the PC world for 2 OSes (Windoze and Linux)I'm waiting for Haiku (the Open-source version of BeOS) to mature, though. Maybe then, some of the people who are trending towards Linux, because of their microsoft hatred, but scared of Linux because of it's (undeserved) user-unfriendly reputation will pick it up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted May 10, 2005 Eh, there's more than two OS'es,,BeOS doesn't remind me much at all of Amiga workbench...AROS does an excellent job with it...(except i prefer the look of 1.3 to the 3.0 look AROS has).Speaking of the good old Amiga, rrgh...how did the IBM-PC kill it? The amiga was far superior...Even the Atari ST was, as much as I despise the things..Those four main computer back in the day....Why do the best two just basically disintegrate, and the WORST one wins out in the end...Someday, these IBM-PCs will finally be killed off by a better computer, and I want to be the one to build that computer...ugh..and the OS for it too...If I had a big load of money, I'd be out putting it all together right now..I've got all the planning and stuff done, but it takes money to do the rest, and a lot of it...Oh yes, anyone here had any experiences with Plan 9? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonypawks 0 Report post Posted June 2, 2005 I've heard good things about BeOS but never tried it. I've wanted to but never got the time this semester. Maybe now that it's summer I'll get a chance to mess around with it. I remember hearing that BeOS's filesystem was basically a database where every directory and file was just an entry in this database. I heard that this was really fast but I'm not sure if I remember correctly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2005 BeOS takes very little time in many ways. It's fast, a small download, and is really quick to get a handle on. Very nice OS, but with an unfortunate end (although Haiku is going to remedy that), and I like it, but it's just not for me. I'll be taking the plunge and buying a PPC motherboard and either MorphOS or AmigaOS. Probably MorphOS, because it resembles the old AmigaOS much better than the new one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madcrow 0 Report post Posted June 22, 2005 How the heck did I miss this topic... Anyway, BeOS is great with nice UI and great features. It really deserved to do better than it did, but it came around at just the wrong time, A little earlier and it probably would have done better, but sadly it didn't come out until after the alternative community had already latched onto Linux. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted June 30, 2005 Heh, >looks up at where I said BeOS just isn't for me<Always before, I had used BeOS 5 PE...Well, that was made a while ago, and while it does boot and run on my Pentium-IV, often I would get kernel panics. Well recently, after I decided to use my computer as a tool to make my hiphop beats, I knew that OpenBSD just wouldn't cut it, and I have two iMac DV's, but no keyboards or OS X to throw on them..or even OS 9. So, it looked like I was going to have to mess with my main computer,, my dearly beloved OpenBSD box..but there is no way I'm leaving OpenBSD, so finally, I thought "Well, typically Macs are better for working with multimedia, there is no way in hell I''m going back to Windows....oh yes....the Media OS....BeOS.. but, I wanted something a little more full-featured, and something that won't give me a kernel panic...noticing that VIMBA (BeOS Developer Edition) had a Pentium-IV optimised kernel, I decided to give that a shot. Haven't had a panic yet, and all the audio tools I need are here in the palm of my hand...except for one. I need something similar to the old Voyetra "MIDI Orchestrator Plus". And ugh...I wish Pentium-IV computers had ISA slots...I just can't trust any soundcard as much as I can my trusty old AWE32...I Still keep the thing around in hopes I come across a computer I can throw it in. The EMU8000 is a chip I just can't live without.Other than missing being able to use my old hardware in my new(er) computer, BeOS is doing absolutely great..I thought it was good before, but compared to then, VIMBA absolutely screams on here...If anyone is interested in trying BeOS, I wouldn't even bother with the 5 PE. Go straight for VIMBA..guaranteed to satisfy... a little warning though, I did get a little uncomfortable seeing the menu across the top resembling the windows explorer...but luckily, it moves to the corner, where it should be.And, anyone have recommendations of what MIDI orchestration programs to use on BeOS? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ocelot357 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I am curios as to what other people's opinions are on BeOS. People who have used it, that is...I'm under the impression that not many have used BeOS, which I feel is a bit of a shame..it seems to be a really nice, fast OS, not to mention lightweight on drive space. I find it does tend to be a little similar to using a macintosh in a few ways, but not as much as I've been told before. Also, has anyone here tried BeOS Max Edition or Haiku? I'm curious on what those are like... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I haven't heard anything form BeOS in years... I thought they had got bought out by somebody. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheJeffsta 0 Report post Posted August 27, 2005 I am curios as to what other people's opinions are on BeOS. People who have used it, that is...I'm under the impression that not many have used BeOS, which I feel is a bit of a shame..it seems to be a really nice, fast OS, not to mention lightweight on drive space. I find it does tend to be a little similar to using a macintosh in a few ways, but not as much as I've been told before. Also, has anyone here tried BeOS Max Edition or Haiku? I'm curious on what those are like... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Does it have compatability for general windows programs used today? Many people are used to using files which arent compatable on other OS's and therefore never try anything else. It is also a lack of advertising, I had never heard of it till i saw this topic. I see it is free and only about 43MB, but i dont really see what file from http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/ to download :S Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iGuest 3 Report post Posted September 7, 2005 Hi,i think BeOS is a nice, but very tiny OS. It's perfect for older persons, they don't need or don't want care about something like a Multi-User Systems and so on. I have some customers who just want to stay in touch with children via email or internet. Here was it the easiest way to install BeOS in a simple Installation Process on a verry slow Computer to reach the best and a secure result.*greetings* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xiaobao 0 Report post Posted September 19, 2005 Does it have compatability for general windows programs used today? Many people are used to using files which arent compatable on other OS's and therefore never try anything else. It is also a lack of advertising, I had never heard of it till i saw this topic. I see it is free and only about 43MB, but i dont really see what file from http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/ to download :S 1064320239[/snapback] Oh,43M size.So I can try install it with VMmare.Thx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the empty calorie 0 Report post Posted September 30, 2005 No, BeOS is BeOS. Not Windows. Most programs you would want to use exists, but you have to find alternatives, like using VLC instead of say, Windows Media Player. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snackcakes 0 Report post Posted October 11, 2005 Another very cool and little known fact. BeOS makes a beast of a little file server. You can store/manipulate (very limited) files from just about any OS. Mac, linux, Win.. If you get a chance, try networking it and playing around. It snatches things nicely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
