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Thursday, August 15, 2002 |
DragStrip 4.0 brings Jaguar compatibility
DragStrip v4.0. - DragStrip is a full-featured launcher application that allows users unlimited flexibility in organizing and accessing frequently used files and applications. It is scriptable via AppleScript, so you can configure DragStrip however you want. [Scripting DragStrip for Macintosh - PDF - 18K] Version changes: Adds user interface enhancement and full support for Mac OS X, including Jaguar. [AppleScript Info]
3:42:35 PM 
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Apple unveils Jaguar family pricing plan
Apple plan gives break to multi-Mac homes. Have more than one Mac at home? Apple offers a licensing program for the newest version of OS X, also known as Jaguar. [CNET News.com]
Weblogger Ken Bereskin from Apple is the main source in this story:
"Our software has never had draconian activation," said Bereskin. However, he said that many Mac owners want their installations to be legal, but they're not willing to pay full price for each copy of the operating system. "This is a great way to allow honest people to remain honest."
12:15:09 PM
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Why must OS X updates require a restart?
MacSlash readers pitch in their opinions in an interesting discussion of Software Update Tribulations
7:53:20 AM
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Get ready before letting Jaguar out of the bag
Jaguar is about to roar into existence. What should you do to get your machine ready for the new OS? Mac OS X Hints offers the following: Pre-Jaguar upgrade preparation.
7:35:39 AM
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Lapvantage Dome adds another ergonomic option
The new Lapvantage Dome is an ergonomic computing aid for laptop users that raises the height of your PowerBook up to eye level on an adjustable platform that resembles the Apple iMac. Options include a fixed height model for $49.95 and an adjustable and swivel base unit for $70.
Another interesting product from this company is Lapvantage Portrait, a combined laptop stand to raise the height of your screen along with Pivot software to allow portrait screen viewing. Alas, the bundled version of Pivot is Windows only and the MacPortrait software available separately doesn't currently run under Mac OS X...
The Lapvantage Dome looks like an interesting option for more ergonomic computing with a PowerBook, something that has become an issue for me lately since I am spending so much more time writing at my computer...
7:07:33 AM
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Deep Blue Wireless, Pronto push Wi-Fi expansion
MacCentral notes that Deep Blue Wireless and Pronto Networks are collaborating to push the expansion of wireless Internet access in public places as well as businesses.
6:52:49 AM
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© Copyright 2002 Rob McNair-Huff.
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