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Info Manager for November 25, 2002: [*] Mac vs. PC; [*] Googlism; [*] e-mail hoaxes; [*] Temporary DVDs; [*] FTC targets deceptive spam; [*] Yahoo announces "premium" e-mail service; [*] A FREE OS X 10.1 Manual; [*] MacNJ PhotoShop SIG; [*] Apple Still # 1 in Education; [*] Webcasting Compromise Clears Congress; [*] Mac in the medical world; [*] Apple announces after-Thanksgiving special event; [*] Thursby offers deals on TSSTalk, MacSOHO; [*] Disk Sweeper for Jaguar; [*] Apple I; [*] PDF Files are now readable via your OSX Browser; [*] User Groups on Campus; [*] Web site to give free access to children's books; [*] 1 Day Online Auction; [*] Think Different commercials; [*] Open OS X software; [*] AACUG MUG NEWS: Discounts on iPhoto Books; [*] AACUG MUG NEWS: New Apple Educators Zine; [*] MUG Book Club adds New Riders Books; [*] Quotes: Savant, Finkelstein, Bacon; [*] Happy Thanksgiving
Mac vs. PC: This is a terrific look at why a company or a school should use Macs instead of PCs. Check it out at:
http://macvspc.info/
Googlism: One of the latest Google products will tell you what Google thinks of you.
For example, I entered Apple Corp of Dallas and hit the search button. It said: "Apple Corp of Dallas is one user group that take dues via paypal". See what it thinks about you or your group at:
http://www.googlism.com/
e-mail hoaxes: I just got a new one. This one was claiming that AppleBees Restaurant would distribute a $50 gift certificate to anyone that forwarded the e-mail to nine people. Clicking on the included link to go to (http://www.applebees.com) brought up a pop-up that tells that it is a hoax. Just minimal checking would find this out. BUT everyone should be aware, that it isn't possible for ANYONE including Bill Gates to keep track of how many forwards you make. So let's not add to the clogging of the band width. Please.
http://www.internethoaxes.com/
Temporary DVDs: The New York Times has an article about a new DVD product that will self destruct in a set number of days. This would allow a "shareware" type product like for DVDs. Full story at:
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/11/14/technology/circuits/14disc.html
FTC targets deceptive spam: The FTC is trying to shut down spammers that are using deceptive tacts. All I can say is: "Its about time." Full story from Computer World at:
http://computerworld.com/securitytopics/security/privacy/story/0,10801,75880,00.html
Yahoo announces "premium" e-mail service: Yahoo Inc. unveiled a premium version of its e-mail service that combines its existing a la carte paid-for offerings such as extra storage, access to other e-mail accounts and forwarding capabilities with new fare such as antispam tools and the ability to send larger attachments.
Yahoo Mail Plus is just the latest in the company's free-to-fee strategy, and is being offered to consumers for $29.99 a year. So another option to .Mac. [BEWARE: Yahoo is a notorious spam harvester!] Full story at: Yahoo delivers premium e-mail service
http://www.idg.net/go.cgi?id=766031
A FREE OS X 10.1 Manual: Randy Singer sent in the information "The excellent OS X 10.1 Manual by Erik Vlietinck is available again as a FREE PDF download. It is a great way to get up to speed with OS X 10.1, and it is even helpful if you have OS X 10.2 Jaguar. http://it-enquirer.com/OSX101man.pdf
(Randy B. Singer was the co-Author of: The Macintosh Bible (4th, 5th and 6th editions) Additionally Randy mentioned that Erik has his own OS X ÎProblems' page called "How to Deal with Common OS X Jaguar Problems" at
http://www.macattorney.com/tutorial.html
MacNJ PhotoShop SIG: David Davis sent in this one:
Mac New Jersey has a PhotoShop SIG that offers tips and tricks on their web site as well as mock-ups and tutorials. Check it out at
http://www.macnj.org/pssig/tutorials.html
Apple Still # 1 in Education: Remy Davison of IGM points out that Apple still has the largest share of the installed base in the Education market. Hopefully Apple will be able to start growing it again. Full story at:
http://www.insanely-great.com/news.php?id=1264
Webcasting Compromise Clears Congress: The Washington Post reported on November 15, that a bill passed both houses that makes compromises in the pricing policy for streaming audio on-line. This should enable more Internet radio stations to survive. Full story at:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A59427-2002Nov15.html
Mac in the medical world: David Smith of Medicine Weekly reported that Apple UK has a web page to show how Macs are being used in the medical community. Full story at:
http://www.apple.com/uk/smallbusiness/health/stories/dremanuel/
Apple announces after-Thanksgiving special event: Apple is going to do what most retailers do on the Friday after Thanksgiving. That is to have special offers. Where Apple differs though is that are doing theirs in the evening instead of early morning (6 PM to Midnight). They will offer free stocking stuffers, a chance to wind a 15" iMac and other specials. Additionally, the online store will also make offers on their on-line store.
Thursby offers deals on TSSTalk, MacSOHO: Peter Cohen, of MacCentral is reporting on a special offer on its MacSOHO and TSStalk software products. The deals are available only as a download from the Thursby online store. Thursby has been doing software to connect to Macs & PCs for sometime. Full story at: http://maccentral.macworld.com/news/0211/18.thursby.php
Or visit Thursby's web site:
http://www.thursby.com/default.html
Disk Sweeper for Jaguar: Who among us hadn't tried to wipe unneeded files off our hard drives. Now with 20-80 Gigs or more, it is harder than ever. The AACUG news desk has reminded me about the Omni Group's OmniDiskSweeper, which is now JAGified. It is a file utility that safely deletes unused files. It will quickly find and delet big, useless files, freeing up drive space. It highlights the biggest files and notes which are used by the system, so you don't accidentally delete important files. Sounds somewhat safer than some of its competitors. More info at:
http://www.omnigroup.com/applications/omnidisksweeper/
Apple I: Do you have an old Apple I computer sitting in the closet? You might want to get it out.
In an article called "Rebuilding an Apple From the Past" (Wired News) "The Apple I is one of the hottest machines on the vintage computer market, but with less than 50 still in circulation, they are extremely hard to come by. An Apple I can cost anywhere between $15,000 and $50,000, depending on its condition, history and, of course, the economy."
More information is at: Briel's site http://www.vintagecomputer.tk/http://www.vintagecomputer.tk/, where you can see a picture of an Apple I
Remember, these were hand built by the owners, so that actual cases can vary a bit in design.
Begin the complete tour at: http://www.applefritter.com/apple1/
PDF Files are now readable via your OSX Browser: Thanks to the PDF Browser Plug-In which plugs a long-standing hole in the OS X experience, and does exactly what the name suggests - with it, you can view PDFs in your browser. I see a minor cosmetic issue with it, but I'm very happy to have it. Forget Pick of the Week; nominate Manfred Schubert for beatification. Got this from:
http://www.macosxhints.com/article.php?story=20021115061051935
User Groups on Campus: Got this from the new manager of Apple Campus Group Relations.
Dear user group leaders,
There's something stirring on dozens of college campuses around the world. Students are creating amazing communities centered around their digital lives. In just the past 24 months, the number of new campus groups has skyrocketed. The level of enthusiasm, growth, and passion is incredible.
Not only do these groups provide excellent benefits to their respective campuses, but they also enhance the future of community user groups by developing a new generation of leaders and members.
To increase the excitement surrounding campus groups, we're pleased to offer several announcements. Watch for more news in the near future.
Information about all of the topics below is available at the Campus Groups section of Apple's User Group website.
Please feel free to forward this message to any campus group leaders or students who might be interested. We'll look forward to working with all user groups as we forge a strong future for technology communities on campuses. Please contact us with your suggestions and questions.
David Roemer
Manager, Campus Group Relations
droemer@apple.com"
http://www.apple.com/usergroups/campus/
Web site to give free access to children's books: In an Associated Press article, Sam Hananel says that a new Web site will make thousands of children's books from 100 different cultures available for free to Internet-savvy kids around the world. While they are just getting started by 2007, the International Children's Digital Library will hold about 10,000 books targeted at children ages 3 to 13.
More details at: www.icdlbooks.org (On the Mac, OS X is required for the Adobe eBook reader)
(Access to the library site initially requires a direct Internet connection, such as a cable modem or DSL line. Those connecting by phone modems will be able to access the site in summer 2003.)
http://www.icdlbooks.org/
1 Day Online Auction: On December 3rd, there will be a one day auction of Apple Computers, Notebooks, and Peripherals. All of the products are refurbished and comes with an Apple 1 year warranty. Bidding begins Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at 11 AM CST and closes at 6 PM CST. More details at:
http://www.dovebid.com/Auctions/AuctionDetail.asp?auctionID=1612
Think Different commercials: I was informed on the InfiniteLoop mailing list, that this web site has all the Think Different ads, including radio. Check it out at:
http://www.two12.com/
Open OS X software: OpenOSX.com is selling open software by subscription. They have Office compatible software as well as software that will allow the use of Windows software on the Mac. They ship their software on CD that include the source code, in true open source tradition. Get more info at:
http://openosx.com/products.html
AACUG MUG NEWS: Discounts on iPhoto Books: Apple has announced a pretty good holiday gift offer: between now and December 31, 2002, order an iPhoto book -- and you'll receive free shipping on your orders.
http://www.apple.com/iphoto/bookpromo
AACUG MUG NEWS: New Apple Educators Zine: Apple has spun off a new version of eNews aimed at the Education field. It's a monthly email newsletter written for teachers, administrators, parents, students, or anyone else interested in how schools are using their Macs. There are K-12 and Higher Education editions. Significant items will also be covered from now on in AACUG's Member web site as part of your member services. (Monthly)
http://www.apple.com/enews/education/subscribe.html
MUG Book Club adds New Riders Books: New Riders has now joined forces with Peachpit which now makes it possible for the AACUG MUG BOOK CLUB' to offer their line as well. Members can now enjoy an extended listing of books from 40% to 90% off list price. The new line will also be available for AACUG's "Bookster" program for free books. To find out all about the MUG Book Club, just ask
http://www.aacug.org/contact.html
Quotes: Savant, Finkelstein, Bacon: "Being defeated is only a temporary condition;
giving up is what makes it permanent." - Marilyn vos Savant

"Bigness comes from doing many small things well.
Individually, they are not very dramatic transactions.
Together, though, they add up."
- Edward S. Finkelstein

"Truth will sooner come out of error than from confusion."
Sir Francis Bacon
Happy Thanksgiving: ... I'd like to wish you and yours the very best for this traditional American holiday.

Visit AACUG's "Thanksgiving" holiday page for lots of holiday cards, images, stories and even music.
http://www.aacug.org/MUG/2002/thanksgiving.html
Also see: MUG NEWS bursts from the AACUG Mac User Guide (MUG)
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Pau

The Info Manager is a veteran of the UGN (AOL User Groups Forum) and User Group Network. He's been a supporter and volunteer on many, many UGNet and User Group Academy projects. As a long time user group member, he's served as volunteer from Honolulu to Boston and many points in between. Currently working with the Apple Corp of Dallas, the Dallas Mac Pack, Cowtown MUG of Ft. Worth and TUMS (the Tulsa Users of Macintosh Society) doing newsletter articles and the monthly CD-ROM Update. Post a lead Info Manager should follow up on.

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