Further to my last post (2008-12-01), I should note that I accidentally installed 64-bit Intrepid. Accidentally because I borrowed a disk without thinking what version I was installing. Its a testament to just how far things have come that I didn't notice for 3 weeks! Anyhoo, it is with this 64-bit version that I have a nicely functioning system - this would be a pretty fundamental change from what I had before the re-installation.
Further to my last post (2008-12-01), I should note that I accidentally installed 64-bit Intrepid. Accidentally because I borrowed a disk without thinking what version I was installing. Its a testament to just how far things have come that I didn't notice for 3 weeks! Anyhoo, it is with this 64-bit version that I have a nicely functioning system - this would be a pretty fundamental change from what I had before the re-installation.