Best early-model Mac laptops?

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The new ones are nice, of course, but I don't need DVD capability and
would rather not spring for a new machine that will face maximum
depreciation.

Which, IYO, older Apple laptop models would meet all of the following
requirements:

* meets minimal processor requirements for running OS X 10.3
* includes WiFi, or can be easily and cheaply added via cardslot.
* 32bit color @ 1024x768
* long battery life; replacement batteries are inexpensive.

Also ideal, but less important:

* uses standard (i.e., cheap) 2.5" laptop drives and laptop ram
* isn't held together by 5,000 torx screws in three different
sizes, underneath a case clamped together by hidden plastic tabs
meaning you'll have no idea how to open the thing with a
.pdf take-apart manual.

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John Ferman <jwferman@nospam.ties2.net> wrote in message
> You might want to look for a Pizmo version; however, they do not come
> with the Combo drive so CD burning ....

Don't need a burner.

Are there any specific problems with Macs regarding wireless that I'd
need to be aware of?