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Five OS X Features You'll Love as a Mac Switcher
Why No Apple Notebook-to-Desktop Docking Stations?
Free Broadband Speed Checker Tool
SeaMonkey 2.0.8 Browser Update Released
Razer Unleashes Ultra-smooth Razer Ironclad Metal Mouse Mat
University of Cincinnati Scientists Build Cheap "Electrofluidic" E-paper Video Screen
Apple Tops Public Vulnerability Table
Ubuntu Linux Upgrade For Netbooks, Desktops, And Servers Coming 10:10
Email Backup Free Automated Email Backup Utility For Major Email Clients
MailForge 2.0.5 Email Client Update Released
Vicomsoft InterGate Policy Manager Adds World Class IBM Web Filter
Ultimate Wedding Planner iPad App Available Now on the App Store
Five OS X Features You'll Love as a Mac Switcher
AppStorm's Justin Stravarius says:
I have long been thinking of getting a Mac, but since I am not a developer or designer, there wasn't really a compelling reason to do so. But when the AppStorm network called for writers a few weeks ago, I jumped ship and bought a MacBook Pro. And boy – am I loving it or what!
... there are a lot of reasons why I consider this to be my best purchase of the decade.
Justin's five fave Mac features:
• Breezy Installation & Uninstallation
• Preview Files With Quick Look
• Awesome Bundled Software
• Controls
• Stability, Stability and More Stability
For the full discussion visit here:
http://bit.ly/bENKkN
Why No Apple Notebook-to-Desktop Docking Stations?
The Apple Blog's Jon Buys says he's one of the lucky few who can carry their MacBook Pro to and from work each day, and use the same machine for everything computer-related, but even so he's not always happy with his current setup, noting that his employer-issued Dell laptop enjoys a major advantage over his MacBook: a docking station, while it takes five to seven separate steps to hook up his Mac laptop to an external keyboard, monitor, and mouse depending on if one is using a Bluetooth keyboard or not. He wonders why there isn't an Apple-branded docking station.
Good question, especially since Apple pioneered the dockable laptop concept with the PowerBook Duo back in the early '90s, then for som reason dropped notebook dockability like the proverbial hot potato around the time of Steve Jobs' return in '97.
Buys notes that the closest thing to a laptop dock Apple offers today is its nosebleed-inducingly expensive Cinema Displays, which came serve as sort-of docking stations with their power, monitor, and USB ports, but they're just too expensive for many of us ordinary folks.
For the full commentary visit here:
http://bit.ly/9W1TCA
Free Broadband Speed Checker Tool
Check your broadband service's speeds with this free tool from Testinternetspeed.org, a Website that was launched in 2009 to provide PC users with tips and tricks for Windows. Now with a free tool to test Internet connection speed, the website aims to help the PC users worldwide (the Website speed test tool works with Macs too). Just click on the button named "Begin Test" and the tool will commence testing your download speed first, with a cool animation to watch while you wait for the results (about a minute). Once it has finished the test for download speed, it will present the result to you and start carrying out the test for upload speed. Once that test is over, it will present the results to you within the Flash-based tool itself.
This internet speed test tool does not ask you to install anything on your computer, and runs from the server itself. It is clean, safe, and fast enough to get you through the test without tedium or boredom setting in. Take the test at:
http://testinternetspeed.org/
Checking broadband connection speed is a useful monitoring exercise along with maintaining clean network settings, cleaning and optimizing system functions and deleting junk files to create space. testinternetspeed.org has teamed up with PC performance specialists, Uniblue, enabling users to benefit from their SpeedUpMyPC software.
Internet connection speeds can vary significantly and testinternetspeed.org's free Internet speed test tool allows users to see if their provider is supplying broadband at publicized connection rates. The tool checks file up and download times and generates a report on the results. From the findings of this test, it can be seen if Internet connection speeds are being supplied as advertised and if not, customers could contact their broadband supplier to look into this in more detail. Checking this is also an important part of system maintenance.
Users of the testinternetspeed.org website can now benefit from a deal in conjunction with system performance specialists, Uniblue. Uniblue are the developers of software utilities that can keep a PC running as if it's new, combating errors, slowdowns and crashes. Uniblue's SpeedUpMyPC has had innumerate expert reviews in the media and has won several awards.
For a limited time, testinternetspeed.org is offering the SpeedUpMyPC software (Windows only) to those who take the speed test for $9.95. The easy-to-use software is normally $29.95 for one year's license including ActiveProtection, which gives customers access to free support and upgrades.
Having taken the speed test, Windows users can follow links on the site to a dedicated download page in order to take advantage of the offer.
For more information, visit:
http://testinternetspeed.org/
SeaMonkey 2.0.8 Browser Update Released
New in SeaMonkey 2.0.8
SeaMonkey 2.0.8 contains the following noteworthy changes relative to SeaMonkey 2.0.7:
(*) Fixes for a startup crash seen by some people after a 2.0.7 update
(*) Font faces in HTML signatures are allowed again
The changes page lists more details on those new features and fixes relative to SeaMonkey 2.0.7:
http://www.seamonkey-project.org/releases/seamonkey2.0.8/changes
System requirements Mac:
Operating Systems
(*) Mac OS X "Tiger" (10.4)
(*) Mac OS X "Leopard" (10.5)
(*) Mac OS X "Snow Leopard" (10.6)
Minimum Hardware
(*) Macintosh computer with an Intel x86 or PowerPC G3, G4, or G5 processor
(*) 256 MB RAM
(*) 200 MB of free hard drive space
For more information, visit:
http://www.seamonkey-project.org/releases/seamonkey2.0.8/
Razer Unleashes Ultra-smooth Razer Ironclad Metal Mouse Mat
Razer,specialist in high-end precision gaming and lifestyle peripherals, today announced the Razer Ironclad elite hard gaming mouse mat, the only metal mat in Razer's product range built to enhance and optimize the gliding capabilities of your mouse for unparalleled mousing comfort and control.
Equipped with a finely sandblasted surface, the Razer Ironclad minimizes hand discomfort and feels smooth to the touch, allowing for effortless and natural mouse movements over its sleek top. It features just the right amount of friction to deliver the precise targeting you need to eradicate all competition with sharpshooting accuracy without abrasive results.
"The Razer Ironclad stands apart from the pack because it delivers the highest form of comfort and long-lasting performance with its ultra-smooth surface and sturdy metal body," says Robert "Razerguy" Krakoff, president, Razer USA. "We understand the diversity of gamers out there, from ones who demand a large surface area to those who want superior tracking precision. We produced the Razer Ironclad to make winning feel easy, and give every type of gamer the feel, traction, and durability that they need to do so."
Made from anodized aluminium, the Razer Ironclad features a robust unibody construction for reinforced strength and extreme durability to withstand the test of time in any gaming environment. Its extra-large surface area caters for low-sensitivity settings and wide sweeping movements. Gamers can now have a premium combination of both precision and reliability for those kill-or-be-killed moments in gameplay.
The Razer Ironclad combines premium comfort, well-built resilience, and high precision tracking with its ultra-smooth sandblasted surface and extra-wide anodized aluminum body, providing gamers with the ultimate long-lasting hard gaming mouse mat. The non-slip rubber base ensures the mat stays put during the most intense of gaming sessions, and it comes with a carrying case for added mat protection and portability.
Product Features:
(*) Ultra-smooth sandblasted surface for the best mouse glide comfort and control
(*) Anodized aluminum body for reinforced strength and extended durability
(*) Extra-large to cater to low-sensitivity gamers
(*) Compatible with all mice
(*) Non-slip rubber base that stays put
(*) Protective carrying case for greater portability
(*) Approximate size: 320 mm (length) x 270mm (width) x 2.5mm (height)
Razer Ironclad sells for $59.99 and will be available at Razerzone in October 2010
and worldwide in November 2010.
For more information, visit:
http://www.razerzone.com
University of Cincinnati Scientists Build Cheap "Electrofluidic" E-paper Video Screen
The Register's Tony Smith reports:
Scientists at the University of Cincinnati have come up with what they claim is the acme of mobile display technology: a screen that's cheap, able to present content clearly even in bright sunlight, able to retain an image even when there's no power and yet, unlike e-ink screens, can refresh quickly enough to play video.
And, potentially, to do it in colour.
The researchers - from the Novel Devices Laboratory in the University's School of Electronics and Computing Systems, working with the help of companies Gamma Dynamics, DuPont and Sun Chemical - call the screen an electrofluidic display. It uses two immiscible liquids, a clear oil and a pigment, placed in two connected layers with an aluminium electrode sandwiched in between that's capable of reflecting light.
For the full report visit here:
http://www.reghardware.com/2010/10/07/electrofluidic_e_paper_display_develop/
Apple Tops Public Vulnerability Table
Thinq reports:
It seems Apple has had more software flaws outed in the first half of the year - even more than the likes of Microsoft or Adobe - if the latest Threat Report from Trend Micro. is to be believed.
According to the Cupertino-based company, its neighbour... notched up almost 180 entries on Trend's Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) list. The list tracks the number of vulnerabilities that are made public. There are plenty that aren't.
For the full report visit here:
http://www.thinq.co.uk/2010/10/7/apple-tops-public-vulnerability-table/
Ubuntu Linux Upgrade For Netbooks, Desktops, And Servers Coming 10:10
InfoWorld's Paul Krill reports that Canonical's Ubuntu 10.10 will feature interface and software installation boosts, and the server version will boast cloud enhancements.
On October 10, (10.10), the developer will release for download Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop and Server editions, plus a Netbook variant featuring a tuned for smaller screens desktop interface called "Unity" that is optimized to make using Ubuntu on a netbook much easier and cleaner.
The Desktop 10.10 edition will focuses on streamlined software installation.
For the full report visit here:
http://bit.ly/aOk7vg
Email Backup Free Automated Email Backup Utility For Major Email Clients
Email Backup is an easy to use, automated email backup solution. It allows for scheduled backups of the most common email applications through the configuration of a simple interface.
Simplistic Backup
Email Backup is an easy to use, automated email backup solution. It allows for scheduled backups of the most common email applications through the configuration of a simple interface.
Features
Scheduled Backups
Once configured, Email Backup Pro will automatically backup up your email data to the specified destination. The destination can be any mountable volume.
Major Email Applications
Email Backup has built in support for the major email applications - Apple Mail, Microsoft Outlook 2011, Microsoft Entourage v.X, 2004 and 2008, Eudora and Thunderbird.
Configurable Scheduling
Email Backup allows for scheduling of the backup to happen on any combination of the days of the week.
New in Version 2.5
• Updated to CoreEB 2.5.
• Added support for Outlook 2011.
• Fixed issue with strange characters in destination path addresses.
• Fixed issue with space in username.
• Fixed bug in auto updater.
• Updated Email Client Quit code.
• Removed Verbose logging.
• Updated UI.
System Requirements
• Email Backup requires a Mac running 10.4 or later and any of the following support clients:
Apple Mail
Outlook 2011
Entourage 2008
Entourage 2004
Entourage v.X
Eudora
Thunderbird
Email Backup is freeware
For more information, visit:
http://www.squashedsoftware.com/products-email-backup.php
Email Backup Pro
Squashed Software also offers a $10.00 upgrade to its
Email Backup Pro enhanced edition
Simplistic Backup With A Professional Touch
Email Backup Pro is an easy to use, powerful, automated email backup solution. It allows for scheduled backups of the most common email applications through the configuration of a simple interface.
Email Backup Pro supports Apple Mail, Microsoft Entourage v.X, 2004 and 2008, Eudora 6 and 8, Thunderbird 2 and 3, Postbox 1 and 2, GyazMail and Mailsmith, and has newly added Microsoft Outlook 2011 support.
Easy Restoration
Email Backup Pro allows for easy restoration from an email backup. With a few simple clicks the entire email database can be replaced with one from a backup.
Configurable Scheduling
Email Backup Pro allows for scheduling of the backup to happen on any combination of the days of the week and allowing any number of previous backups to be kept.
Compressed Backups
Email Backup Pro automatically compresses the backup file so that it takes up less room. Allowing you to keep more backups.
Server Automounting
Email Backup Pro can automatically mount your destination prior to a backup if the destination resides on an AFP or SMB Share
Multi-Lingual
Email Backup Pro supports Entourage/Outlook in multiple languages including: English, Italian, Dutch, German, French and Spanish.
What's new in Version 2.5
• Added support for Outlook 2011.
• Fixed issue with Backup Manager not reading correct Email Client from the backup - causing restores to fail.
• Fixed issue with removing/updating a Run Now only configuration.
• Fixed issue with strange characters in destination path addresses.
• Fixed issue with space in username.
• Fixed issue with licensing engine and missing Shared folder.
• Additions
System Requirements:
Email Backup Pro requires a Mac running 10.4 or later and any of the following support clients:
Apple Mail
Outlook 2011
Entourage v.X
Entourage 2004
Entourage 2008
Eudora 6
Thunderbird 2 or 3
Postbox 1 or 2
Mailsmith
GyazMail
$10.00
For more information, visit:
http://www.squashedsoftware.com/products-email-backup-pro.php
MailForge 2.0.5 Email Client Update Released
Infinity Data Systems has released version 2.0.5 of its MailForge POP3 and IMAP email client that offers the user choice of either a classic Eudora-style multi-window interface or a more conventional multi-pane interface with tabs.
MailForge supports HTML mail, outgoing mail scheduling of, filters, the Mac OS X Address Book, and import from both Eudora (classic) and Mail.
New in Version 2.0.5:
• Better handling of nested IMAP mailboxes
• Improved support for AUTH PLAIN and CRAM-MD5
• A fix for an issue that could cause MailForge to hang when sending large files
• Sundry tweaks and bugfixes.
System requirements:
• Mac OS X 10.3 or later
System Support:
Universal Binary
MailForge is currently reduced in price to $19.95.
For more information, visit:
http://www.infinitydatasystems.com/products/mailforge/index.html
Vicomsoft InterGate Policy Manager Adds World Class IBM Web Filter
Vicomsoft announces immediate availability of InterGate Policy Manager 9.3.6 for Mac OS X.
Claimed to be the only centralized solution for Mac OS X, InterGate Policy Manager provides a highly granular level of filtering for web content, peer to peer, telephony and instant messaging apps, comprehensive logging and reporting of user activity, as well as an optional industrial strength IP router. Suitable for all networks, small to large, InterGate Policy Manager's cost effective solution greatly increases productivity, enhances security, reduces legal liability and optimises the use of IT resources for any organisation.
Version 9.3.6 marks Vicomsoft's alliance with IBM to provide world class web content filtering, based on its Proventia Web Filter product, which was designed to block more unwanted web content than any other content filtering product. With more than 100 million catalogued web sites, Proventia Web Filter is one step ahead of the latest unwanted web content because it is constantly and automatically updated with 150,000 new and updated web pages added to the database each day.
Key Features:
(*) Centrally managed, requiring no client computer software
(*) Easily integrated into any existing network with little or no configuration changes
(*) Filter any client machine, irrespective of the operating system or web browser used
(*) Filtering by global rules or rules specific to a user or group
(*) Customize filtering by category, site, directory, or page, protocol, file type, or even time of day
(*) Enforce SafeSearch searching on major search engines
(*) Block or allow apps such as BitTorrent, LimeWire, Kazza, Skype, MSN Messenger, AIM, HotSpot Shield, NetShade and more
(*) Comprehensive tabular and graphical reporting, offering a web based interface
(*) Full remote administration capability
(*) Full IP router/bridge with NAT, Multi-NAT, DMZ, DHCP, DNS, Remote Access, Load Balancing and Connection Fallback capabilities
Minimum Requirements:
(*) Mac OS X Version 10.4 or higher
(*) Universal Binary for PowerPC and Intel
Vicomsoft:
http://www.vicomsoft.com
Vicomsoft InterGate:
http://www.vicomsoft.com/products/index.html
Download:
http://www.vicomsoft.com/pad/intergate/mac/intergate.zip
Purchase:
http://store.eSellerate.net/vicomsoft/buyintergate
Screenshot:
http://www.vicomsoft.com/pad/intergate/mac/screenshot.jpg
Ultimate Wedding Planner iPad App Available Now on the App Store
2 For Life Media Inc. announces the release of Ultimate Wedding Planner 1.0 on the App Store. This wedding app combines the authority of a national wedding magazine, the immediacy of a wedding website and the interactivity of a digital planner - all in one package! It is a one-stop resource for everything couples need to know when it comes to planning their big day, including announcing the engagement, wedding trends, designer gown collections, coordinating their wedding day schedule and so much more.
"We've made wedding planning fun and groom-friendly," says Editor-in-Chief Neil Morton. "From wedding style ideas to how to take good wedding photos and all the right songs to play at your reception, we've got everything couples need to know - and then some - in a digital magazine format."
But that's not all! The Ultimate Wedding Planner app also includes: the 2Wire, a daily dose of wedding-related news; and a 2Worksheets section which allows couples to key in important info and email it to their wedding party, family and service providers.
"We believe iPad is the perfect tool for planning a wedding, and we've brought all the resources a couple needs together in one place," adds 2 For Life Media Inc. President Diane Hall. "Couples can take the Ultimate Wedding Planner on iPad to all their appointments to consult tips and advice, and to record important info."
For relationship and newlywed advice, couples can download the 2 FOR COUPLES magazine and app in the iTunes store. With a spotlight on real couples and their day-to-day lives, 2 for Couples serves up a slew of date night ideas, a whole bucket list of must-do moments, a ton of expert advice and fun couple makeovers.
Device Requirements:
(*) Compatible with iPad
(*) Requires iPhone OS 3.2 or later
(*) 222 MB
Ultimate Wedding Planner 1.0 is $4.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Lifestyle category.
2 for Couples:
http://www.2forcouples.com/
Ultimate Wedding Planner 1.0:
http://bit.ly/b3nPWJ
Purchase and Download:
http://itunes.apple.com/app/id387919600
Download 2 for Couples from iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/app/2-for-couples/id386093103?mt=8
YouTube Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kteMiligu8
Screenshot:
http://bit.ly/9SCzkG
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