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* Mac HelpMate is an Application designed to keep your Mac running smoothly
* Mac Helpmate cleans up "trash" files
* It allows you to "peek under the hood" of Mac OS X and much, much, more
* It saves a lot of time typing commands in the Terminal
* It provides quick solutions to problems that could otherwise be very difficult to solve
* Mac HelpMate makes remote technical support easier
* It acts as a multicast ASR server for mass deployments (10.4 only)
What's so Special About Mac HelpMate?
* Mac HelpMate was designed and programmed by a longtime Mac user and Mac support professional, who has access to a network of other Mac support professionals. Mac HelpMate grew as a way to help with their support needs and frustrations.
* The release version of Mac HelpMate will have one version, which supports OS X 10.2
through 10.4, whereas other utilities require seperate versions
* Other things that only become apparent when using Mac HelpMate!
What's the Mac HelpMate Engraved Edition?
* A special edition of the program that requires an annual subscription
* It has many features Mac support professionals desire
* It connects Consultants with their customers
* It can function as a Mac Consultant's calling card
The developer is Dean Shavit, a Mac OS X Trainer and Consultant, and columnist for MacTech Magazine. Dean is a Partner at MOST Training & Consulting, a firm specializing in cross-platform IT and Open-Source software solutions for non-profits, education, corporations, small business, and individuals.
Current Version: 96a
11/12/05 Beta Release v .96a
* Fixed compatibility issues with 10.4.3 (-1762 error)
* Added tail/head options to Command Output window and fixed cosmetic error with window widgets
* Added Mac Helpmate action log located at: /Library/Logs/machelpmate.log
* Fixed miscellaneous random errors
* Admin fucntions grayed out until authentication
* Info tab is now first in the main window
* Authentication now manually initiated (click lock icon)
* Added Software Update Server preference feature for Tiger
* Changed some appearance stuff - new gray inlays - new drop down menus on main tab
* Added automation tab
* Added prefs to save automation view
* Feedback sheets are now resizeable
* Scheduling of automated tasks via cron
* Added support for Growl Notifications
* Code Optimizations for speed and stability
* Added preference toggle for expanding save dialogs across all applications
* Added hardware sensor data
* Added show free RAM function
* Added preference toggle for Dashboard
* Added Easter egg
* ASR Multicast server now requires 10.4.3 (many new features)
* Added "reset" button to Multicast ASR Server
* New Multicast "loop delay" property for 10.4.3
* New ASR multicast "client timeout" setting for 10.4.3
Mac HelpMate is free. You may donate to support development.
For more information, visit:
http://www.macworkshops.com/machelpmate/
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