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HelpLogic is the fifth public pre-release of the cross-platform help authoring solution. PR5 now includes a powerful new "Find and Replace" engine, built-in code editor, more command keys/functions in menus and contextual menus, improved support for Tiger, and Aqua-style sheet windows. A introductory 50% discount is being offered. (Screen Capture)
Backuper is an updated version of the new backup software for Mac OS X. This version improves the multi-volume backups support, adds better support for DVDs and network volumes and fixes some minor bugs.
Rumpus turns any Mac into a file transfer server. Changes in version 4.2 include administration notices that can be triggered for various server events, simplified private LAN setup auto-help and configuration, quick access to Maxum tech support and information website resources, numerous new administration options, various bugfixes, minor feature improvements, and more.
Saver Menu 1.0.1 brings the controls of the to the desktop, offering screen-locking and selection of a new screensaver directly from the menu bar. Changes include enhanced support for third party screen savers, improved Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther) support, improved menu responsiveness, and more.
Palm Desktop updates the PIM software that manages date books, to-do lists, address books, and memos; it can be used as a stand-alone application, or can view, sort, find, edit, back up, and add applications to a Palm device. Version 4.2.1 Rev D adds support for Mac OS X 10.4 and additional handhelds that were not supported by version 4.2.1 Rev A as well as fixes some permission issues on installation.
Adobe InCopy 4.01 and InDesign CS2 4.0.1 updates software to provide key fixes in the areas of text and fonts, scripting, inline graphics, InDesign Interchange (INX) files, German hyphenation, performance, and more.
InEffects applies any combination of effects such as drop shadows, inner shadows, inner glows, outer glows, bevels, and embossing to any InDesign page object(s). InEffects is compatible with both InDesign 2.x and InDesign CS, supporting InDesigns own built-in effects and can be used in conjunction with them.
SASS updates the stock analysis software to screen for stocks that display value, growth, income or quality. SASS performs 10 fundamental stock screens, for small to large cap companies that are fast growing but low priced. Screening for high yielding companies listed in the DJIA or S and P is also supported.
Devilishly addictive, Scramble's concept is quite straightforward. The goal: find as many words from the random letter combo as possible. The longer the word, the more points you get If you get enough points within the time limit, you go to the next round. If you don't get enough points, the game is over, and you'll be clicking on the New Game button before you can say jackrabbit.
Film Effects 2.5.1 Demo is a plug-in package for Final Cut Pro, offering greater control over how video looks. Film Effects is based around a high quality 60i to 24p simulation plug-in, and includes over 20 preset looks -- each completely configurable -- with eight additional plug-ins to help make video more "filmic".
GeoParty! tests your trivia knowledge with question-and-answer files that can be pre-built, retrieved from an online repository, or created from scratch. GeoParty! can be used by teachers to help motivate students by posing fun trivia questions. (here, take a sample test now)
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