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MAC OS [1] Two AppleShare Releases: Client 3.8 and Memory Manager INIT 1.0 [2] New Mac OS Listings in the Tech Info Library [3] Mac OS Tool News: Quadrivio, Marc Mennigmann, Tenon Intersystems, Alsoft
RHAPSODY/MAC OS X SERVER [4] New Rhapsody Site Name and Location
JAVA [5] Java Tool News: JPython
QUICKTIME [6] The QuickTime 3 Programmer's Challenge [7] New QuickTime Listings in the Tech Info Library [8] HyperCard 2.4.1 Update Available [9] Interactive Media Tool News: AX Logic, Component Software, Productive Intelligence
INTERNET [10] ProSoft to Develop Mac OS Client for Novell NetWare [11] Webmaster Tool News: LinkAlarm, Fontworks, Advanced Reality Communications, HindSight, Qdea, Neon Software
HARDWARE [12] New Hardware Listings in the Tech Info Library [13] Farallon Announces iMac Connectivity Solutions
COMPANY NEWS [14] Mac Boosts Macromedia [15] Dartmouth Issues iMac Recommendations
---------------------------------------- MAC OS ---------------------------------------- [1] Two AppleShare Releases: Client 3.8 and Memory Manager INIT 1.0
AppleShare Client 3.8 allows you to connect a Mac OS computer to an AppleShare file server. This new release correctly centers dialog boxes on systems that have more than one monitor, and prevents aliases of servers mounted via AppleTalk from trying to switch to TCP/IP. This release works with Macintosh System 7.6 or later on both English and international systems. http://swupdates.info.apple.com/cgi-bin/lister.pl?Apple_Support_Area/Apple_ Software_Updates/US/Macintosh/Networking-Communications/AppleShare_Client/
AppleShare Memory Manager INIT Extension 1.0 resolves a problem that causes an AppleShare IP server to freeze. This problem, which has been reported to occur most often when Retrospect is running on an AppleShare IP server, can affect any AppleShare IP 5.0.x or 6.0 server running Macintosh System 7.6, 7.6.1, 8.0, or 8.1. http://swupdates.info.apple.com/cgi-bin/lister.pl?Apple_Support_Area/Apple_ Software_Updates/US/Macintosh/Networking-Communications/AppleShare_IP/
---------------------------------------- [2] New Mac OS Listings in the Tech Info Library
Apple's Technical Information Library (TIL) is a central listing of product information, technical specifications, and troubleshooting tips for Apple products. http://til.info.apple.com/techinfo.nsf/Changes
AppleShare IP 6.0: IMAP Admin Access Port (#24511) AppleShare IP 6.0: When Is Mail Administrator Account Created? (#24509) AppleShare: How Privileges Are Stored (#30635) AppleShare IP: Help With Access Privileges and Security (#24513) AppleShare IP: Setting Up Program Linking (#24515) What Is LPR? (#24512) LocalTalk Bridge: Network Number Conflicts (#24516) TCP/IP: Ports and Firewalls Explained (#24514)
---------------------------------------- [3] Mac OS Tool News: Quadrivio, Marc Mennigmann, Tenon Intersystems, Alsoft
General Edit 1.0.2 from Quadrivio is a utility designed to help Mac OS programmers view and edit data files with complex binary formats. Users report saving days of debugging because of the utility's ability to display the contents of complicated data structures clearly and interactively. The new version handles recursive formats such as QuickTime. The update is free to registered users. http://www.quadrivio.com
Shift Key Suite 1.0 from Marc Mennigmann is a shareware application that extends the functionality of password protection systems for Macintosh computers. This utility lets you disable the Shift key at startup, so that unauthorized users cannot bypass any password protection scheme that works as a system software extension. http://www.kagi.com/mennigmann/
Power MachTen 4.1.1 from Tenon Intersystems is a POSIX-compliant, BSD 4.4 version of UNIX that operates in concert with the Mac OS. This release features updated software development tools, enhanced performance and security, and a dramatic price reduction. http://www.tenon.com/products/machten
PlusOptimizer from Alsoft lets you optimize both your HFS (Mac OS Standard) and HFS Plus (Mac OS Extended) hard disks under Mac OS 8.1 and the upcoming Mac OS 8.5. PlusOptimizer uses proven technology from DiskExpress and PlusMaker to make this optimization fast, safe, and reliable. http://www.Alsoft.com
---------------------------------------- RHAPSODY/MAC OS X SERVER ---------------------------------------- [4] New Rhapsody Site Name and Location
Apple Developer Connection has renamed its Rhapsody web site "Mac OS X Server", and has updated content accordingly.
JPython 1.0, offered by the Corporation for National Research Initiatives, is a free implementation of the high-level, dynamic, object-oriented Python language. It's integrated seamlessly with the Java platform and certified as 100% Pure Java. JPython 1.0 provides a powerful companion to Java, supporting embedded scripting, interactive experimentation, and rapid application development.
http://www.python.org/jpython
---------------------------------------- QUICKTIME ---------------------------------------- [6] The QuickTime 3 Programmer's Challenge
The QuickTime 3 Programmer's Challenge encourages developers to use QuickTime APIs (application programming interfaces) to develop exciting new products. MacCentral, the sponsor of this contest, will promote the contest winners on its web site, and award winners will receive free software applications. Entries must be received by August 21.
---------------------------------------- [7] New QuickTime Listings in the Tech Info Library
The following QuickTime documentwas posted to Apple's Technical Information Library (TIL) this week. http://til.info.apple.com/techinfo.nsf/Changes
QuickTime MPEG Extension: Incompatibility With Third-Party Cards (#24506)
---------------------------------------- [8] HyperCard 2.4.1 Update Available
Apple has released HyperCard 2.4.1, a minor update that fixes problems that occur when you use HyperCard with disks larger than 2 GB. This update also removes the persistent display of the Get QuickTime Pro movie when you use HyperCard 2.4 with QuickTime 3.0.
AX QuickTime Kit 1.0 from AX Logic is a US$ 269 modifier kit that provides cross-platform QuickTime and QuickTime VR support within the mTropolis 2.0 development environment. It includes support for QuickTime codecs such as Sorenson; it also supports direct-to-screen and buffered playback, dynamic external asset linking, ink effects, and cropping. http://www.axlogic.com/qt3.htm
FileFlex 3 for Macintosh from Component Software is a high-performance, cross-platform, relational database engine for use with Macromedia Director projects. New features include a multiuser edition with record locking, no run-time environments, a higher performance engine, match lists, table builders, and Rushmore-like query acceleration. http://www.fileflex.com
TurboPS 2.0 from Productive Intelligence is a PostScript file-creation accelerator. Using its unique Desktop OPI process, TurboPS can save publishing professionals hours of time in generating postscript files that contain high-resolution EPS images. New enhancements include compatibility with QuarkXpress 4.0 and the Apple LaserWriter drivers in Mac OS 8.5.1. http://www.pr-int.com
---------------------------------------- INTERNET ---------------------------------------- [10] ProSoft to Develop Mac OS Client for Novell NetWare
Novell and ProSoft have agreed to develop a new, straight-IP version of the Mac OS Client for NetWare, due out in the summer of 1999. Macintosh users will gain new products for NetWare, including enhancements to the current client software, which will be optimized for Apple's latest Mac OS 8.1 and G3 computers. Plans also include delivery of a more robust client and new versions of the server software for the first Prosoft product release, due out in the fall of 1998.
LinkAlarm periodically checks every link on every page of your web site, then delivers a status report. System administrators can use the free LinkAlarm plug-in to move quickly from their LinkAlarm report directly to their source code through any HTML editor. The company is currently offering a free two-month trial of this product. http://www.linkalarm.com
MacCVSClient 1.3.8 from Fontworks is a free CVS client that lets you view diffs and conflicts in context. Incremental searches in diffs, logs, and conflicts allow for easy browsing of file revisions. http://www.hk.net/~joerg
Traffic Report b26 from Advanced Reality Communications is a web site statistics utility that analyzes Internet server logs. With this release, you can select multiple files and folders for inclusion in the reports, and you can keep track of log files and folders when you rename or move them. Traffic Report works with WebSTAR, FileMaker Pro, Phantom, IIS, Apache, and QuidProQuo web servers, among others. http://www.advancedreality.com/
HindSight's forumLynx 2.0 and searchLynx 2.0 are web-based discussion and online image catalog applications. Both of these new releases offer a 400 percent boost in speed, an expanded vocabulary of remote commands, and several interface enhancements. http://www.hindsightltd.com
With Qdea's SpeedShare Pro, a file-sharing utility for the Internet and local area networks, you can transfer files across networks faster than with any other commercially available solution. SpeedShare Pro uses the TCP/IP Internet protocol to provide high-performance access to files on Macintosh servers across local area and Internet networks. The product works in the background, so users can perform other tasks while file transfers are taking place. http://www.Qdea.com
NetMinder Ethernet 4.1.3 from Neon Software now supports the new iMac computer's internal 10/100 Ethernet, adds more feedback (status messages and an animated cursor) during resorting, and decodes for the IP/TCP/STAMP protocol family. http://www.neon.com
---------------------------------------- HARDWARE ---------------------------------------- [12] New Hardware Listings in the Tech Info Library
The following hardware-related documents were posted to Apple's Technical Information Library (TIL) this week.
Apple Color PhotoGrade Kit: Installation Issues (#30634) PowerBook G3 Series: DVD-Video PC Card Q&A (#30632)
Farallon, a division of Netopia, recently announced a full range of connectivity solutions for networking iMac systems. The new EtherMac iPrint Adapter LT, due to ship in September, will allow for the integration of iMac computers with existing printers and other LocalTalk devices. In addition, starting August 15, Farallon is running a limited-time promotional offer on EtherWave Printer Adapters, which connect iMacs computers and LocalTalk devices.
http://www.farallon.com
---------------------------------------- COMPANY NEWS ---------------------------------------- [14] Mac Boosts Macromedia
Reporting profit of $2.96 million on revenues of $32.3 million, Macromedia notes that Macintosh-related revenues represented 51% of total product revenues, and increased 11% over the same period a year ago.
Dartmouth College, home of one of the largest academic Macintosh networks in the world, recently sent a letter to incoming freshmen recommending they purchase Apple's new iMac computer to fulfill the college's computer ownership requirement. http://www.dartmouth.edu/comp/new-info/
iCat Corporation, a Seattle-based provider of e-commerce software and services, has announced the iCat Commerce Online Developer Network, an online listing of Internet professionals who offer store-building services to businesses that want to set up shop on the Internet. If you offer web development, graphic design, image preparation, or data entry services, your business information can be listed for no charge on the iCat web site. By joining now, you can also automatically enroll in the iCat Affiliate Program, which allows you, for two years, to take a 20-percent commission on rent from the iCat stores you create.
Information about the iCat Commerce Online Developer Network: http://www.icat.com/partners/become/developers.htm
Information about the iCat Commerce Online Affiliate Program: http://www.icat.com/affiliate.htm
The Association of Macintosh Trainers has announced MacTrainer U, a series of train-the-Macintosh-trainer workshops held around the United States, designed to improve the quality of Macintosh support. Workshops will cover classroom dynamics, public speaking tips, training materials, and technology updates.
http://www.cyphernet.com/amt/macu
---------------------------------------- OTHER ---------------------------------------- [18] More FileMaker Plug-ins
Amsys has just released Schedule-it for FileMaker Pro 4 (version 1.0 for Macintosh). The Schedule-it plug-in enables FileMaker Pro 4 to execute particular scripts at designated times, or to trigger them when a specified condition occurs in a calculation. You can schedule up to 99 scripts in different databases.
http://listserver.amsys.co.uk/scheduleit/
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