Originally posted by Wallysb01
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My main line of thought was that compressed memory and AppNap would help keep systems like our iMacs, which are used for light analyses by multiple users, to last longer between hardware replacements. Basically, these systems are used for small genome assemblies, light 16S analysis, Sanger sequence analysis, etc. along with basic things like using MS Office doing statistical analyses. Because most users would have multiple programs open as they work on and analyze their data, something like AppNap could help extend the usable lifespan of these systems so we don't have to buy a whole new system every year or two.
For heavier analyses we would rely on our linux clusters, so we're not trying to skimp on our computing capabilities.
And as I thought when I first posted, it looks like I'm better off waiting to see what happens with the first few point updates to stabilize the OS. I've also heard from some colleagues that some older applications that they and we use are no longer supported, so we'll have to look at whether or not we still need them and if it's worth paying for upgrades or if something else is available that we might try instead.
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