April 1, 2004
- Tapping the Power of the Mac G5
When proteins "fold," they form themselves into complex three-dimensional shapes that define the biochemical role they play in the body. However, when they fold improperly, the results can be disastrous: Alzheimers, MLS, cancer, and other diseases. So you can imagine how important the study of protein folding has become.
While researchers use computers to simulate protein folding, the computing horsepower required to simulate even one protein fold staggers the imagination.
That's why scientists at Stanford University have turned to a distributed computing model to help with their analysis. Folding@home allows researchers to use your computer and mine to power the way to a solution for this vexing modern mystery. And thanks to software optimized for the Power Mac G5, the mystery's beginning to unfold. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Savings Add Up for Power Mac G5
Admit it. Ever since we introduced the Power Mac G5 computer, you've been waiting for the right time to build your own dream system.
That time has arrived.
From now until June 26, you can save $500 (via a mail-in rebate) when you purchase an Apple 23-inch Cinema HD Display at the same time you purchase any qualifying Power Mac G5 computer. (Terms apply.)
What's more, if you purchase your Power Mac G5 from the online or a retail Apple Store, you can also save up to $700 instantly on select memory upgrades. (Terms apply.) Big beautiful display. Lots of memory. More green in your checking account. Can you hear opportunity knocking? Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- New Workgroup Cluster Already Getting Good Grades
It may been introduced only recently, but the Apple Workgroup Cluster for Bioinformatics has already received Best of Show accolades at the Spring Bio-IT World Conference + Expo.
Based on Xserve G5--which began shipping last week--the cluster offers impressive performance, delivering over 30 gigaflops of processing power per system. It can be configured with up to 15 Xserve G5 Cluster nodes and up to 8GB of error correcting RAM. Easy-to-set-up and easy-to-manage, the Bioinformatics Cluster ships with iNquiry, a third-party bioinformatics package from The BioTeam that provides over 200 bioinformatics applications optimized for the Xserve G5 and its Velocity Engine, including BLAST, HMMER, and fasta.
Like more information about the Apple Workgroup Cluster for Bioinformatics?
To see what you could do with such a cluster, we invite you to watch the archived webcast, "Computational Clusters for Bioinformatics," now available on our website. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Get More out of iLife '04
You watch as a summer storm builds, unleashes its flood of energy, and passes harmlessly into the distance, the video compressing the hours-long storm into minutes. We've all seen such time-lapse video and have found them impressive, illustrative, and entertaining.
Like to try your hand at making one?
You can. Easily. With iMovie.
In his new Book, "Apple Training Series: iLife '04," Michael Rubin steps you through the process of creating your own time-lapse video, even providing footage you can practice on while honing your technique. Apple-certified (and the first of a new series published by PeachPit Press), the book offers a wealth of projects designed to thoroughly familiarize you with iMovie, iTunes, iPhoto, GarageBand, and iDVD--the applications that comprise iLife '04. Take a look: Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Tips for Ten: Printing labels from Address Book
Your newest video complete, you decide it's about time you invited friends and family over for movies and pizza. With the invitations printed, now you need to create mailing labels. Luckily, you've already entered everyone's address in Address Book--the system-wide contacts manager that comes with Mac OS X v10.3, "Panther"--allowing you to create labels easily. Here's how. Open Address Book and- 1. Create a Group folder and fill it with invitees
- 2. Click a name, Select All (Command-A), then choose Print from the File menu
- 3. In the Print dialog, select Mailing Labels from the Style option, and click Layout to specify the Avery or Dymo label you plan to use.
Click Print and enjoy your new mailing labels. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Photo Sharing with Rendezvous
With iPhoto, you enjoy so many ways to share photos--prints, slideshows, email, beautiful linen-covered books, photo websites, even DVDs. And now iPhoto 4 offers a new sharing opportunity.
Using Rendezvous, the same technology that lets you share songs in your iTunes music library with others on a network, you can now share the digital photos you've collected in iPhoto 4 with the entire family or classroom. You can choose the albums you'd like others to see, or you can share your entire library. You can let everyone browse freely, or your can require a password.
To share photos in iPhoto:- 1. Choose Preferences from the iPhoto menu
- 2. Click the Sharing icon
- 3. Set your sharing preferences
Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Technically Speaking: Secure Sharing
Since you spend a lot of time on the Internet, you've probably created a firewall to protect your computer from unauthorized access. You could be using the built-in firewall software in Mac OS X v10.3 "Panther" or any number of products from Mac software developers.
Once you've erected your firewall, you may find that you can no longer share your iPhoto library with others on the same network with you. Does this mean that you have to choose between sharing photos and securing your Mac?
Not at all. In "Sharing your iPhoto 4 Albums through a Firewall," we offer step-by-step instructions explaining how you can both secure your Mac and share photos. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- What's New? "One Shining Moment"
You don't have to wait much longer. The Final Four gets underway just two days from now. While you're waiting, get yourself into the Dance mood by sampling the 8 renditions of the stirring anthem, "One Shining Moment," available exclusively on the iTunes Music Store. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- What's New? Xgrid
Like to turn a group of Macs (running Mac OS X v10.2.8 or later) into a supercomputer? You can with Xgrid, ingenious technology that lets you create a Macintosh cluster. The cluster shares CPU resources, speeding the process of analyzing a large data set, drawing a complex graphic, or rendering sophisticated video. Read more about Xgrid and the recently-released Xgrid Technology Preview 2, now available for free download. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- What's New? iPhoto 4
Designed for those already using iPhoto 4, the iPhoto 4.0.1 Update offers greatly improves thumbnail images, increased overall performance, faster importing, smoother image viewing, easier Rendezvous photo sharing, and more. iPhoto
Wait. You'll also want to install the following updates: iChat AV 2.1 (which supports videoconferencing with the new AOL Instant Messenger 5.5 for Windows) and the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse firmware 1.1 Updater (which improves performance and reliability): Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- For Switcher Friends
Do you have friends who are thinking about switching to a Mac? Then do them a big favor and bring them to our new Switch at Six workshop. We conduct the workshops, held at retail Apple Store locations all across the country, from Monday to Friday, beginning at six each evening. Your friends will learn how easy it is to use a Mac and how painless the transition can be. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Seen our revamped Science site?
The scientific community is very excited about Xserve G5, Power Mac G5, Mac OS X v10.3, Panther, Xgrid, and other Apple products and technologies. Visit today to learn about some of the great work made possible by our products and to find out about research applications available for the Mac. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- One Game to Rule Them All
Electronic Arts' and Aspyr's new title, "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," may be scheduled to appear in April, but you can learn all about the new title by reading "One Game to Rule Them All."
And you can get an even better sense of the game by watching the QuickTime trailer we have posted. Visit the site again Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- Shareware Spotlight
Like to play golf on an island paradise? In 3D, no less. Just visit the Mac OS X Downloads page and download a demo of Islands Mini-Golf. Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
- New Arrivals at Apple
Every week, developers introduce new hardware and software products for the Mac and Mac OS X. Like to see the latest arrivals? Apple eNews issued: 4/1/2004
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