- Multi-processors

One of the most important breakthroughs in modern computer 
hardware is the advent of multiple processor systems (i.e. 
computers that have more than one CPU).   However, most 
operating systems have been slow to adapt to this new 
world -- they simply don't know how to take full advantage of 
multi-processor systems.  But BeOS does:  The ability to recognize
and really get the most out of multiple processors is one of the 
features that makes BeOS stand apart from the other guys.

Unfortunately, BeOS 5 Personal Edition, because of technical 
reasons, can only recognize one processor.  If you have a 
multi-processor system, we strongly encourage you to purchase the 
BeOS 5 Pro Edition.  We think you'll agree that it's worth it.


- Graphics Cards, Sound Cards, Network Cards, and Other Hardware

BeOS 5 doesn't support every piece of hardware in the world.  We 
try to cover most of the modern, mainstream (and some cutting 
edge) hardware, but, to be honest, we don't come close to the 
range and variety of cards and devices that are supported by 
Windows.  It's possible that your graphics card, sound card, 
network card, or other hardware device won't work with BeOS 5, 
whether you have the Personal Edition or the Pro Edition.  For a 
full list of compatible hardware, check the list at...

  <http://www-classic.be.com/products/beosreadylist.html>