Gordon tour of ICC schools focuses on efficiency, grant Nov 14, 2009
For years and years we were a one platform district, he said, but now we finally have a Mac lab. The assemblyman got to see what the grant money had provided and more as he toured different parts of the school, going from the new Mac lab to the basement to see Ichabod High School s newer and more energy efficient water heating system ... 5 watts each, and putting appliances like vending machines on motion sensors so that they only come on when necessary. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Rogue Amoeba quits iPhone development over App Store issues Nov 14, 2009
Adding its name to a rapidly growing list of disgruntled iPhone developers isRogue Amoeba, makers of fine audio utilities for the Mac, such as Airfoil, Audio Hijack Pro, and Fission ... I recommend checking outthis post on the Rogue Amoeba Website by CEO Paul Kafasisto read about the events in detail, but heres the gist: Apple rejected the update on grounds of trademark infringement because the application displayed a picture of the Mac streaming the audio and an icon of the... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Comcast To Launch 'On Demand Online' In Early December Nov 14, 2009
After downloading the Move Networks player as well as an authorization application that remains resident on their PC or Mac, a Comcast customer will be able to access the service over any Internet network. Each household is allowed to authenticate up to three devices. (Multichannel News)
Can We Apply the Lessons of Y2K to Swine Flu? Nov 14, 2009
(Koskinen is now a high-ranking official at Freddie Mac. Following the government's lead, just about every business in the country took up the cause of heading off the Y2K crisis. (Slate)
Managing your nerd Nov 13, 2009
Grab that seemingly discarded Mac Mini which has been sitting on the floor for two months and hide it. You ll have 10 minutes before he ll come stomping out of the Cave Where s the Mac ... Well, you've basically written down my life, though I would say I'm not quite as extreme as the examples you used [my cave, for example, is meticulously neat and tidy, and would never, ever, have a seemingly discarded mac mini on the floor, nor anywhere else. (Harper's Magazine)
Office Live Add-In Eases Working Across Multiple Computers Nov 13, 2009
Without changing the way you work, your documents will follow you whenever you have an Internet connected computer running Office, and if you're away from your own PC, you can still access your stuff from any other machine ... There's even a version for Macs ... In the Mac version, it's called Document Connection, and it can be found on the File menu under Open from Document Connection. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Around Town: Im proudly flying my geek flag Nov 13, 2009
I love my computer, but mainly because it's a Mac ... The last definition seems to fit what most people think when they hear the term geek: "A computer expert or enthusiast (a term of pride as self-reference, but often considered offensive when used by outsiders. ) Computer expert? Enthusiast? Hardly. As a college freshman, I was proud of my new electric typewriter. In my senior year, I was required to take a computer-programming course. This was back in the days when computers were all... (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript (Yesterday) Nov 12, 2009
Not necessarily Florida v. 'Bama, but a MAC game would be pretty nice, don't you think. What do you think about petitioning the NCAA to make this happen in 2010. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
More Mac bundles for the masses Nov 12, 2009
Deeply-discounted bundles have turned the difficult process of selling Mac shareware into a viral, timed event with plenty of pomp and circumstance ... First, theres , brought to you by MacZOT, a vendor who is no stranger to these kinds of deals ... Up for grabs in this bundle is CrossOver Games, Picturesque, HoudahGeo, MacJournal, Morph Age Regular, Opacity Express, Searchlight, Vinoteka, Stone iMaginator and Stor. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Summer traffic up for Google, down for Microsoft Nov 12, 2009
Simon Aldous, Microsoft's Partner Group Manager, says that they looked at the Mac and its graphical nature and ease of use and tried to create "a Mac look." ... Italian defense department orders Hitrole remote-controlled machine gun turrets to enable soldiers in Afghanistan to aim and fire without exposing themselves to attack. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
New IPhone Malware Steals Data From Jailbroken Phones Nov 12, 2009
Mac security vendor Intego calls the code "iPhone/Privacy.A." It is a malicious tool hackers install on Windows, Mac, Unix or Linux systems, and even on iPhones, using those devices to scan for "jailbroken" iPhones, some of which are vulnerable to the malware. If it finds a vulnerable iPhone within its range, the malware copies e-mail, contacts, SMS (Short Message Service) messages, calendar entries, photos, music, videos and any data recorded by an iPhone application, according to an from... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Kaspersky Unveils Anti-Virus for Mac Nov 12, 2009
Macintosh computers have long been thought to be overlooked by malware and phishing attacks, but they are becoming more and more popular with hackers and other online scam artists, prompting security software vendors to cook up Mac versions of antivirus applications. Kaspersky Lab rolled out Anti-Virus for Mac today, the latest in a string of new Mac-centric designed to protect the roughly one in 10 people who aren't using a Windows PC. ... Company officials said this new application suite... (eSecurityPlanet)
Why Apple Leaves Low-End Computers to the Competition Nov 12, 2009
In September, according to market researcher NPD Group, Macs accounted for 18 ... They exclude most sales to large enterprises, which strongly prefer high-end PCs to Macs ... While competitors such as Hewlett-Packard (), Acer, and Dell () sell vast volumes of $500 laptops that yield razor-thin profit margins, Apple whose cheapest MacBook sells for $999 is raking in the lion's share of the industry's profits. (BusinessWeek)
Apple can see Microsoft on the horizon Nov 11, 2009
But Apple, flush with cash and fat margins, has catalysts in the iPhone, the Mac PC and a highly anticipated but unconfirmed tablet device expected to launch next year, analysts and investors say. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Let's Kill the OS Upgrade Disc Nov 11, 2009
Nothing that's made a tangible difference in my Mac experience. My Macbook runs very well now ... Vendors, make your money for each new machine that runs your OS, either up front when the OS is installed on the machine (easy for Apple, which makes 99. (CBS News)
NVIDIA CEO Loves Apple Nov 11, 2009
Mr. Huang said "Apple wants to differentiate. So inside your MacBook is a NVIDIA chipset. Because Apple wants to build fundamentally different computers than just the Intel platform. They want to add value.". On a personal level, Mr. Huang revealed that in his home his entire family is "all Apple." When asked why, he said "Apple uses the best technology for their [computers]. Apple says to their customers: if you buy a computer from us you can be sure we have selected the best technology inside... (IGN Gear)
Going mobile indeed Nov 9, 2009
Instead of replacing the old machine, the Walnut Creek city planner decided to buy an iPhone 3GS and see how long it would take before she was forced to get a laptop ... Cindi Cheney, owner of CJ Event Management, said her Mac is still essential for doing spreadsheets, preparing documents and doing heavy research ... Instead of replacing the old machine, the Walnut Creek city planner decided to buy an iPhone 3GS and see how long it would take before she was forced to get a laptop. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Laguna Beach to provide lot for overnight stays Nov 9, 2009
Victoria Saulovich already has opened one location at the former MacDaddy Computers space in the Villaggio shopping center near California Pizza Kitchen ... Area malls are attracting a variety of businesses -- from a MAC cosmetics store to independently owned novelty shop Kwirkworld -- to fill spaces left empty in the worst business downturn in decades ... Hundreds show up for VIsalia Macy's grand opening. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Intel Antitrust, 'Net Bug, Coding Error Nov 7, 2009
Macworld asked Harry McCracken to put together a guide to how to make the jump from Windows to Mac. The result is an informative how-to from Harry, who uses a Mac and a Windows netbook, by the way. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Parents: Be Web aware Nov 7, 2009
At home, Matteson recommends physically walking in and checking on what kids are doing on the computer, and also not leaving the machine in an isolated spot where their activities can go unmonitored ... - Consider partitioning your computer into separate accounts -- most operating systems (including Windows XP, Mac OS X, and Linux) give you the option of creating a different user account for each user. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Kaspersky Lab releases antivirus app Nov 7, 2009
If you want make a Mac user mad, just sidle up and whisper the words, Mac security software ... To Kasperskys credit, the company is pitching primarily as a prophylactic to prevent Macs from spreading malware to Windows PCs via e-mail, file-sharing, and other networked activities ... With 85 percent of Mac users , that pitch isnt entirely implausible. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
* 'Early harvest' items not yet finalized: MAC Nov 5, 2009
Early harvest' items not yet finalized: MAC ... Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Chairwoman Lai Shin-yuan (D) yesterday distanced herself from cross-strait negotiations on the economic cooperation framework agreement (ECFA), saying both sides have yet to finalize early harvest items ... The report said that while MAC Deputy Minister Kao Charng () said on Tuesday that market access for financial services would not be included on the early harvest list, FSC Vice Chairwoman Lee... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
5 new technologies that will change everything Nov 5, 2009
Meanwhile, laptop machines could multiply USB ports for better charging and access on the road. (Apple's Mac Mini already includes five USB 2. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Better the broken Windows than life with the Mac monks Nov 4, 2009
Stop stroking your Macbook ... I don't care if Mac stuff is better ... I don't care if Mac stuff is cool. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Comments 177 Nov 4, 2009
Better the broken Windows than life with the Mac monks ... Better the broken Windows than life with the Mac monks ... Stop stroking your Macbook. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Snow Leopard 'increased Telstra bill 10-fold' Nov 4, 2009
6 of its Mac OS, nicknamed , in late August. Melissa Foote, principal of Total Business Service and Training, says her business had incurred higher communications bills after installing Snow Leopard on the machines in its office network because of a problem in the way data was backed up and synchronised under the new operating system ... She said they were considering reverting to the older version of the Mac OS, version 10. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Full Story » Nov 4, 2009
Parallels Desktop 5 for Mac arrives by Macworld ... Parallels Desktop 5 for Mac arrives ... Parallels announced Wednesday that Parallels Desktop 5 for Mac is now available. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Retailers snap up vacant Fresno-area spaces Nov 3, 2009
Macy's stores open Wednesday ... The new Macy's stores in Fresno's River Park and Visalia are almost ready for their Wednesday grand openings ... Macy's arrival signals the beginning of a changed retail landscape in the Valley. (Fresno Bee)
SMUG’s focus will be getting to know your Mac Nov 2, 2009
SMUG s focus will be getting to know your Mac ... Posted: Friday, October 23, 2009 5:13 PM CDT The basics of getting to know your Apple computer and taking advantage of all it has to offer will be the focus of the Tuesday, Nov. 10, meeting of the Sierra Macintosh Users Group that will begin at 7 p.m. in the assembly room of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, 1037 Blagen Road, Arnold ... Brian Thomas, a technology specialist and trainer for the Calaveras County Office of Education, will take Mac... (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
BlueBeat sells Beatles MP3s, permission be damned Nov 2, 2009
The site also offers music from lots of other bands, as well as free streaming music, although there doesnt appear to be Mac streaming support right now (the site says its in beta, and that all systems and browsers may not be fully supported yet). The sites includes an interesting section about copyright. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
IM for newbies Nov 2, 2009
It is also compatible with Linux and Mac OS X. There is no need to register for an account with Pidgin, as you only need to enter your respective account details ... The Mac and Linux versions are still in development unfortunately. (iAfrica.com)
PCs shed pounds, CD drives, gain touch screens Nov 2, 2009
Apple got rid of an optical drive two years ago when it introduced the first sliver-thin MacBook Air ... Those tasks would require beefier machines ... Apple, for its part, has multitouch trackpads for laptops and a multitouch mouse but says it isn't interested in making a touch-screen Mac. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Making peace with victims of Vista Nov 1, 2009
Vista has since matured into a stable operating system but it failed the initial "just works" test and many Windows users opted to stay with the tried and true Windows XP or look further afield to alternatives such as Linux or Apple's Mac OS X 10 ... Competitor Apple has taken a similar approach with its new Mac OS X 10. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Camino 2 release candidate sees light of day Nov 1, 2009
The Camino Project has unveiled , a Mac-only Web browser based on the same Mozilla rendering engine that powers Firefox ... Back in the day, it was a glorious Web browser that didn't suffer from the "un-Maclike" feel that burned Firefoxand it pre-dated the arrival of Safari by a year ... The release candidate is still a beta preview release; it requires Mac OS X 10. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Sight beyond sight Nov 1, 2009
In his photo lab, a mixture of old-school darkrooms and modern Mac computers gives students a balanced photography education. As long as Waldum teaches here, the darkrooms wont be going anywhere. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Guide to Online Security Nov 1, 2009
Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... For example, some viruses are spread when you open a word-processing document, particularly if you enabled macros in your word processor. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Google Chrome: The Fast Browser With Slow Adoption Oct 31, 2009
For starters, it doesn't exist for Mac OS and Linux users, two camps full of technology enthusiasts and early adopters. The Mac OS and Linux versions are delayed ... Rakowski takes exception to the idea that Chrome lacks appeal, saying it has about 30 million active users, even though it doesn't yet fully play in the Mac OS, Linux and enterprise IT segments. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Guide to Online Security Oct 31, 2009
Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... For example, some viruses are spread when you open a word-processing document, particularly if you enabled macros in your word processor. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Macs a growing target for malware: Sophos Oct 30, 2009
now that Macs make up 10 per cent of the market, they are a more attractive target for criminals ... The Mac is the target of malware, writes Garry Barker ... For decades have been the Volvo drivers of cyberspace, confident the strength of the machines protect them from calamity. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Don't Move to Mac, and How to Do It Anyway Oct 30, 2009
Dont Move to Mac, and How to Do It Anyway: Rich Jaroslovsky - Bloomberg ... Dont Move to Mac, and How to Do It Anyway: Rich Jaroslovsky ... Oct. 30 (Bloomberg) -- So, now that Windows 7 is finally out, its time to ask the question: Should you switch to a Mac. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Is the SENTRI program only for those who work for the state, federal government, county, city, business owners from Mexicali and/or the rich? Oct 30, 2009
Letti'0' actually asked me what my MAC product numbers were because she thought I was a chola based on some of my pachuca chat. Guess, what. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Vista's demons exorcised Oct 30, 2009
I've run a bevy of third-party programs on Windows 7 machines, including Apple's iTunes, Google's Picasa, Mozilla's Firefox and Intuit's Quicken, without incident ... Windows 7 shows up as Apple continues to run scathingly funny Macintosh ads lampooning PCs ... Apple recently launched a new operating system of its own, Mac OS X Snow Leopard. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Coda's All-Electric Sedan Revs Up U.S. Auto Market Oct 30, 2009
With Czinger as CEO, $24 million more poured in from the likes of ex -- Goldman Sachs investment-banking head Steven "Mac" Heller, now Coda's cochairman; former Clinton chief of staff Thomas "Mack" McLarty; John Bryson, former chairman and CEO of Edison International; and former Secretary of the Treasury Hank Paulson. That cash gave Czinger a solid base, but not nearly enough to buy high-quality electric-propulsion parts -- the battery pack, wiring, cooling system, and charger, none yet... (FastCompany)
Band geek or not? Read and learn Oct 29, 2009
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 8:14 PM CDT MAC SISTRUNK. Some time ago, Tania wrote a column that mentioned that she was a band geek. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Atlantas small-town vision Oct 28, 2009
Now Midtown is safe, its Taco Mac, Hudson Grill, Gordon Biersch, all the restaurants on Crescent Street and on Piedmont Park, CVS on Peachtree, Publix on West Peachtree yeah sounds like a dangerous blighted hell hole give me a break ... I liked to idea that the old Macys building was going to be converted into a shopping destination. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Tech Q and A: Should I Upgrade to Windows 7? Oct 28, 2009
And if you've been weighing a Mac versus a Windows PC, then you should know that "7" pushes the scales on the Windows side ... After the upgrade debate we'll look at power issues in Macintosh computers and potential problems with the Foxnews ... Should you consider buying a new PC, potentially a Macintosh computer. (Fox News)
Potential sentence could vary for juvenile Oct 28, 2009
lumpsinthesandbox wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:39 PM:" mac - sandhouse is not me, i only post under lumpsinthesandbox ". Mac1974 wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:27 PM:" Jthomas asked, "Sandhouse, are you also Sandollar. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Roku Devices Allow Simple Streaming to TVs Oct 28, 2009
For starters, you can watch Netflix shows on a PC or Mac for no extra charge and its possible to hook your personal computer to your TV set if you want to watch the shows on the big(ger) screen. The main advantage to using a PC is that you have a lot more content to chose from including Hulu, video streams from TV network and local station websites and thousands of other sites that stream video. (CBS News)
Bugs and Fixes: Stymie Malicious Media, Network Attacks Oct 27, 2009
mp4 files on Windows XP, Vista, or 7, or Mac OS X (not Snow Leopard) ... One, an SMBv2 file-sharing hole could let a remote attacker take over a machine ... If you use Mac OS X versions 10. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Microsoft takes on Apple Oct 27, 2009
"Right now, there's a lot of good karma for Windows 7 that will help Microsoft stem some of the movement to Mac, but that's only part of the story," said Al Gillen, an analyst at market research firm IDC.. "The other dimension that's made Mac attractive is the surrounding ecosystem of iPods and iPhones. They've done a good job putting together a sexy and interesting story for consumers." ... The rebound in the economy may also help Apple, which lost some market share during the recession as... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Apple roundup: Macbook, iMac and Magic Mouse Oct 27, 2009
New iMacs: Better, faster and cheaper ... The latest Apple ads have a less-than-subtle dig at Windows 7 and pose the question: "If you're going to move to a new PC anyway, why not make it a Mac?" So last week, one day ahead of Microsoft's make-or-break release of its latest operating system, Apple announced a bigger-screened iMac, tougher MacBook and a smarter mouse ... Apple wants more "switchers" a term for those who've converted to the Mac faith from Windows (usually), though Apple isn't... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
IPhone still has the edge in smart phones Oct 27, 2009
But Android, with its open-source software, could catch up - and with multiple handsetmakers and wireless carriers betting on Android, Apple could soon find itself in a pitched battle for market supremacy ... Q: Before I purchased a MacBook Pro in 2008, I had used a laptop with Windows XP for several years ... After switching to the Mac I realized that there seemed to be no similar program with a good balance between ease-of-use and features. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Click to read:Obesity: A Weighty Issue Oct 26, 2009
To 'lowest common denominator' capitalism, a big mac and fries is 'food', a hummer is 'transportation', 57 channels and nothin's on is 'entertainment', a mortgage derivative is 'money', and Sarah Palin is 'leadership. We are obese in so many ways its not funny. (CBS News)
The remaining games Oct 26, 2009
2 last second blocked FGs against Northern Iowa, and now a last second TD pass to beat the Big Ten team who lost to Central Michigan of the MAC (a pretty edarned good team, though) ... My smart pill machine says no less than a two touchdown win by the Jackets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lil Wayne's Prison Stint Could Follow Precedent Of T.I. And Tupac Oct 25, 2009
Tip, 'Pac, Beanie Sigel and other rap stars managed to maintain career momentum while in prison (VHI.com -- Music News)
Windows 7 for Mac Delayed Oct 24, 2009
October 23, 2009 - Surely there are Mac users right now that are tapping their fingers waiting for their copy of Windows 7 to be delivered so that they can get that beauty installed ASAP using Boot Camp ... If that news wasn't bad enough, there are other roadblocks in place for Mac users pining for Windows 7 ... First off, the update is going to require that you have Mac OS X 10. (IGN Gear)
GameFly launches GameCenter App for iPhone Oct 24, 2009
The current version of the GameCenter app features news and information for several platforms including the PC, PS2, PS3, Wii, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS, and PSP. So far, there are no Mac or iPhone tabs, but Spector says the company may address this in future updates. The tabs can be customized through the games settings tab, so you only get the news and information you want. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Phishers Dangle Some Brand-New Bait Oct 24, 2009
Use a malware-resistant platform such as Mac OS or Linux. Though neither is impervious to attack, each is less likely to be targeted than the mainstream Windows operating system. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
'Unbreakable' Windows 7 may lock out the law Oct 24, 2009
At the same time there needs to be strong privacy protection that by revealing a password and non-related material on the machine is protected from any public exposure. Alan - October 22, 2009, 11:17AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
SMUG’s focus will be getting to know your Mac Oct 24, 2009
SMUG s focus will be getting to know your Mac ... Posted: Friday, October 23, 2009 5:13 PM CDT The basics of getting to know your Apple computer and taking advantage of all it has to offer will be the focus of the Tuesday, Nov. 10, meeting of the Sierra Macintosh Users Group that will begin at 7 p.m. in the assembly room of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, 1037 Blagen Road, Arnold ... Brian Thomas, a technology specialist and trainer for the Calaveras County Office of Education, will take Mac... (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Windows 7 - Microsoft's last chance to get it right? Oct 23, 2009
Once you're using Firefox, it doesn't really matter whether you're running Windows, Mac or Linux. Apple-lovers like to crow about the fact Macs "just work" and I'd have to agree, which is why I replaced by ThinkPad running XP with a Leopard MacBook a few years ago ... Expense has always been a factor with Macs and it's no coincidence that Apple announced major price cuts in Australia the day before Windows 7 was launched. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Apple releases server diagnostic tool for Snow Leopard Oct 23, 2009
Apple released a server diagnostic download on Thursday that the company says will test servers running Mac OS X Server 10 ... Users can run the diagnostic tool in Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) or in Mac OS X or Mac OS X Server, Apple says. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
10Review: Windows 7 Is Vast Improvement Over Vista» Oct 23, 2009
And if you've been weighing a Mac versus a Windows PC, then you should know that "7" pushes the scales on the Windows side. Windows is now easier to use and better looking than it was before, while maintaining its core advantage of cheaper, more diverse hardware. (Fox News)
Windows 7 launches Oct 23, 2009
"It's been a long time since we got this positive feedback. Even Mac users are talking about going home this weekend to run Windows 7 in parallel on their computers.". AFP Digg. (iAfrica.com)
Windows 7 Born from Vista's Frustrations Oct 23, 2009
The vast amounts of preinstalled software that they were shipping on consumer machines, so-called "crapware" were slowing down systems and hurting the PC's image ... Thanks for XP. I reinstalled XP on one machine we have that came with Vista ... Otherwise, the ripple of users migrating to the Mac OS and Linux will turn into a tidal wave. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
