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For three weeks, I got to experience using a Mac in a 3rd world. Here are some reflections on email and why NOT to use Mac.com if you plan to travel... Fred reports in "This Old Mac"
Matterform Meda has developed utility software for use on the Mac. Yank, may be the only uninstaller on the Mac. Most of it don't need it much, but it may help out some of the newer users.
* Sonar, is a file security monitor.
* Spamfire 2, is software to monitor e-mail.
* Link Mapper, for easy web site mapping.
* Downtime is a parental control program.
* Vaccine protects web sites from spammers.
There is more, check them all out
The Mac has long been associated with the easy changing of icons for its applications and files. I remember one series that were like a file cabinet when stacked together. I remember Dr. Mac showing us how he had one drawer setup to Unstuff one type of file, another drawer for a different file and the third drawer was the Stuffing application. But the three drawer looked like a single icon. IconDrawer has a series of free icons that can be used on Mac or Windows. Of course, they also have some for a fee. www.icondrawer.com
Sony is trying to remove unauthorized resellers from the Internet and require their resellers to follow a uniform policy regarding information requirements. So you may see fewer sites offering Sony products in the future. Of course, that also probably means fewer bargains. (Free registration required) Read the TWICE article
Yes, a fellow has taken an old dial (rotary) phone and turned into a cell phone. Really impressive, if not very portable. He also now sells them for $400-500, but the site includes step-by-step instructions for making your own. (Read More)
This has been one thing I like about Windows, that is, the ability to switch between windows in the same application. I didn't know it could be done. Then on a mailing list I get, a member suggested using Alt-~ (tilde) as the keys to do that. However, the Mac keyboard doesn't have an Alt key. He meant to say Command-~. See more keyboard shortcuts
On the AUGD mailing list, there was some discussion of this software for the Mac. I looked at Picasa when it was first announce, I believe over a year ago. At that time, it was a Windows only product. Google has now released an iPhoto plug-in that uploads photos from iPhoto to the Picasa albums. In this case, Picasa become more of a "Flickr" type product that is easily set up by iPhoto in somewhat the same way that .Mac or iWeb is also managed by iPhoto.
Download the software
During the discussion, the Ambassador of Syracuse MUG gave InfoManager a nice plug. Thanks Paul.
More comments at: googlesystem.blogspot.com
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Apparently, analysts and stock purchasers are worried that Apple's problems with stock option irregularities might cause Steve Jobs' resignation. Of course, that would be the worst case issue. Apple's $9.2 billion in the bank will certainly cover any possible fines. The CEO of another company has been forced to resign under similar circumstances. Read the Reuters' coverage
TransGaming has unveiled a program called Cider, which they say will to allow game developers to port their games designed for computers running Microsoft Windows on Intel-based Apple Macintosh machines. This may enable more companies to move games to the Mac and cause more switchers.
They also have a program called Cedega, for end-users to run Wndow's games on Intel-based Macs. ... see the full story...
MacZOT.com, the place to find deals on Mac software, revealed a new community effort today. DevZOT is a matching grant opportunity for promising developers of Mac software.
The DevZOT grant is designed to garner support from the community and broaden the opportunities available to developers that show promise.
Each dollar donated through MacZOT, will receive a match from MacZOT.com. People interested in participating in DevZOT can contact MacZOT.com directly for more information.
Ergonis Software has released Typinator 1.3 for Mac OS X. Typinator, a typing automator, enables users to rapidly insert text or graphics into any type of application. (Read More)
Zevrix Solutions has released version 2.0 of BatchOutput, a powerful professional solution to automatically print and export to PDF and PostScript multiple InDesign documents . . . (Read More)
I haven't looked at CCC in quite awhile, but it is compatible with Tiger and will work under Rosetta on the new Intel Macs. But what intrigued most about this site, was the step by step process to backing up OS X without using CCC. That is, using the Unix command line. Download the software
See the step by step instructions
"Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are."
Bernice Johnson Reagon
"We are all born originals - why is it so many of us die copies?" -
Edward Young
"It was on my fifth birthday that Papa put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Remember, my son, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.'"
- Sam Levenson
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