A couple of firsts for me (Commodore)

The C128 has BASIC in ROM--two different ones, even. The regular C64 BASIC and BASIC 7.0 (IIRC) that supports 80 columns. There is also the option of booting CP/M, as it also contains a Z-80 in addition to its 6502 compatible chip. I don't know where to find a CP/M boot disk for the 1581 (3.5" drive), though. While pretty much any old composite monitor should work, it'd be nice to be on the lookout for a Commodore 1084 with support for Luma/Chroma and RGB. That way, you'd be able to use 80 columns and C64 mode all on the same monitor. It also has built-in sound. I'm sure other list members can point out monitors that work equally well, but that's one I was lucky enough to obtain (and works on Amigas, too!) Enjoy your new find--there are _lots_ of programs available out there in disk image format--but they're usually 1541 images, which are 5.25". A 1571 drive (5.25" enhanced) or 1541 should be easy to find in thrift stores, etc. If you become desparate, drop me a line--I left two 1541s in my basement and they've bred, so I can spare one. Regards, --Michael