Q about swap size

[Konstantin Svist]

  On 07/11/2010 07:59 PM, Robert Myers wrote:
> It all depends on how you want to use your time.  If you want to 
> re-tweak your system with every new release, I suppose that's one option.
>
> If you want a solution that doesn't depend on constantly proving your 
> Linux manhood, consider:
>
> 1. A light-weight desktop, or
>
> 2. Newer equipment.
>
> As things are going, only (2) will keep you in the swim with all the 
> latest bells and whistles.
>

You forgot option 3: a light-weight distro. There are several that aim 
to keep working even on old hardware.