> I have finally managed to get my system running, after installing the 
> most recent version of the kernel.

Congrats...  It's nice to hear a few positive remarks ;-)

[I think your other questions were answered.  If not, please let
 me know..]
> 2.  What are the primary fixes of the AlphaII release?

Shared libraries.  More current.  More stable.  Better console...

-allen

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