Hello list, I am planning to install Debian on somewhat dated hardware: Intel T2300 1.66Ghz, 1 gb RAM. I have used Ubuntu in the past and would like to move up to something more stable and snappy. I will be using my laptop to mostly output (digital) music to my amp, web browsing, office and running Windows-based programs on WinXP via VirtualBox. Performance is very important for me and that's one of the main reasons why I am considering switching to Debian. At this point I am debating whether to install Squeeze or Wheezy. I have some specific questions which I think will help me decide between the two, but feel free to give other inputs that might help me decide.
1. How long will Squeeze be supported? At least 2 more years? 2. Can I install GTK3 themes on Gnome 2? I don't care for compiz effects but I would like to install some GTK3 themes like Gnome Cupertino. 3. However, if the fallback session of Gnome 3 (I don't plan to use Gnome Shell) is likely to have a small RAM footprint like Gnome 2, I would happily install wheezy (for they say Gnome 3 is built on new technology and better). Thanks in advance for your help. Madhu
