EvangeList Digest Wednesday, September 2 1998 Volume 01 : Number 1266
In this issue:
Job - Macintosh Support Technician (Fairfield, CT ) PR - OneApp English-Italian 5.2 Available PR - Another Mac Victory Tidbit - Mac Authors In Chicago Job - Director Of Instructional Computing Laboratory (University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign) PR - Visual MacStandardBasic Offer Extended PR - Farallon Adds iMac Solution $$ - Accordance Bible Software and Atlas $$ - WriteNow Enhancer Tidbit - The Business Mac- Planning A Small Business Network PR - Wireless Keyboards For Macintosh
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Date: Tue, 1 Sep 1998 12:02:00 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Job - Macintosh Support Technician (Fairfield, CT )
This job announcement is from:
Adam Schechter, <adam@www.precisionconsulting.com>
Precision Consulting Inc. is a Macintosh consulting firm based in Fairfield, CT. We're looking for an energetic individual with solid hardware / software troubleshooting experience to add to our technical staff. The applicant needs the ability to independently resolve issues both routine and technically detailed. MacOS and networking experience will be necessary. The job will involve performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Mac desktop machines, both in-house and on-site at client. The ability to communicate with all user levels is essential.
Minimum 2 years user support in a Mac environment is required.
e-mail resume and salary requirements to <adam@precisionconsulting.com> PDF or word format are preferred.
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Date: Tue, 1 Sep 1998 12:02:06 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - OneApp English-Italian 5.2 Available
This announcement is from:
OneApp Software, <oneapp@iname.com>
I would like to let you know that we have just released version 5.2 of OneApp English-Italian. OneApp English-Italian is an English/Italian dictionary for Macintosh users, containing more than 23,000 English words with translations into Italian. You can find all the entries that contain any particular English or Italian word by typing or pasting the word into the Find box and pressing the Return key. The dictionary collects all the entries that match what you've entered, and displays the English and the Italian side-by-side. You can copy words from the dictionary and paste them into another document. You can collect English words (with their Italian translations) in a separate window and study them together. If you have Apple Text-to-Speech you can listen to the English vocabulary, and you can type or copy other English text into a separate window and the program will read it aloud. The user can easily create additional plug-in dictionaries to supplement the dictionary provided with the program.
OneApp English-Italian requires Mac OS version 7.1 or higher.
OneApp English-Italian is shareware, can be freely distributed, either online or on CD-ROM without restrictions, provided that the original package is included.
You can download the program from the OneApp Software Home Page:
<http://www.kagi.com/oneapp/>
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Date: Tue, 1 Sep 1998 12:02:07 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - Another Mac Victory
This announcement is from:
John Bodine, <jbodine@gatenet.com>
Web Site Garage <http://www.WebSiteGarage.com>, the world's largest online Web site maintenance and promotion service with over 2.5 million online Tune Ups to date today announced several new online products to help webmasters improve their Web sites.
The only product of its kind, Browser Snapshot <http://www.WebSiteGarage.com/snapshot> lets users see what their Web site looks like on most Mac and PC platforms, three different versions of Netscape and Microsoft browsers and three screen sizes. Browser Snapshot takes 18 different screen shots of your Web site in only one hour. The results are emailed to you in a user-friendly format and provides quick and easy retrieval and archives of your site's snapshots.
Combining the easy-to-use interface of Web Site Garage and innovative technology, Browser Snapshot continues the trend of helping to improve the Web. Priced at only $9.99 for one time use or $99.99 for a one year license Browser Snapshot allows webmasters to create sites viewed consistently in all browsers and platforms.
Just a side note:
I created the Macintosh engine that loads the site, takes the picture, and FTP's the image back to the server. At one point the company had five times as many PC's as Mac's taking the images. The Mac's kept up with the PC's and required no human intervention while the PC's were under constant supervision. Recently the service was inundated with requests and in less than a day I was able to purchase and setup 5 new G3's to add to the G3's already in service. The new Mac's worked flawlessly, no problems whatsoever. Chalk up another victory for the Mac!
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Date: Tue, 1 Sep 1998 12:02:08 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - Mac Authors In Chicago
This tidbit is from:
Russ Conte, <rconte@starnetinc.com>
Robin Williams and John Tollett are coming to Chicago!!
For the first time ever, award winning authors Robin Williams (The Mac is not a Typewriter, The Little Mac Book, and many more) and John Tollett (co-author with Robin of The Non-Designer's Web Book) will be coming to Chicago :) Their visit is sponsored by The Rest of Us (TRoU, The Chicago Area Macintosh Users' Group), Digital Chicago magazine and Micro Center.
On Saturday, October 3, Robin Williams will present a web design workshop for beginners from 8:30 - 12:00, and from 1:30 - 5:00 John Tollett will present a web design workshop for design professionals. During the workshops, TRoU and Micro Center will be giving goodies away! The location is 750 S. Halsted, Cornucopia Room, Chicago. You can get the preregistration form, more information about admission prices and workshop descriptions at www.trou.org/cont/robinwr.htm, or if you are in the Chicago area, get the September TRoU newsletter at a bookstore or computer store near you.
Want to meet Robin Williams in person??? On Sunday, October 4, Robin Williams will do a book signing at Micro Center, 2645 North Elston, Chicago, from 11:00 - 2:00. (check them out at www.microcenter.com) Everyone is welcome! Micro Center will be offering a 15% discount on Robin's books that day only, and a 10% discount on hardware purchased that day to current TRoU members. (You can become a member of TRoU that day and take the discount!)
Digital Chicago (www.digitalchicago.com) did an interview of Robin for the current issue that ties in with these events. Check it out! TRoU also has a half page ad in the magazine highlighting Robin and John's activities for these two days.
This is going to be a great weekend in Chicago for Mac people!! Come on Evangelists!! Show your support for the Mac and the wonderful work of Robin Williams and John Tollett as they come to Chicago for the very first time. (now that's really cool!!)
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Date: Tue, 1 Sep 1998 12:01:59 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Job - Director Of Instructional Computing Laboratory (University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign)
This job announcement is from:
Ryan Thomas, <rthomas@uiuc.edu>
Here's a position announcement for a directorship of an instructional computing lab at a big-10 university's "college of ed". A mac enthusiast sure would be nice. Although the lab is only slightly over 50% Mac (we use Assimilator), the college is more like 70% Mac. Can also see announcement at <http://www.ed.uiuc.edu/oet/news/icldir-announce.html>.
Position Announcement University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL
Director of the Instructional Computing Laboratory
The College of Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking a full-time (12 month basis) director for its Instructional Computing Laboratory (ICL). The successful candidate will report to the Director of the Office of Education Technology (OET) and will assume responsibility of the ICL. The responsibilities of the director include oversight of ICL scheduling, supervision of ICL staff, and educational and technical leadership in the research, selection, installation, and maintenance of hardware and software (including projection and digitization equipment) appropriate for an instructional computing facility. The responsibility of maintenance for the ICL is in large part ensuring the stability of computer systems and providing alternative software and hardware configurations as needed. The director will become involved in college committees and initiatives related to teacher preparation to ensure that the ICL and its leadership contribute to the goals of the college. Other responsibilities relate to the activities of the ICL including outreach support for K-12 schools (such as teacher workshops) and for the college's teacher education programs such as making informed decisions on and implementing custom solutions for class lab work.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree; a master's degree in educational technology or related field is preferred. Some classroom teaching experience is required; direct involvement in the infusion of technology into K-12 or higher education curriculum is preferred. Experience supporting both Macintosh and Wintel machines is required; experience with Windows NT Server or AppleShareIP is preferred. Experience with both instruction-oriented software (CAI, presentation, authoring, multimedia) and standard internet information delivery systems and communications tools (WWW, FTP, email, newsgroups) is required. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills.
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To ensure full consideration, qualified individuals should send a letter of application addressing qualifications for the position, resume, and the names of three references to the following address by the closing date, September 14, 1998 (email attachments in PDF, RTF or Office 97/98 formats will be accepted):
Cathy Thurston, College Search Committee c/o OET 32 Education Building 1310 S. Sixth St. Champaign, IL 61820
ZCurve Software has announced that it has extended its special offer of $29.95 for Visual MacStandardBasic through October 31st, 1998. Visual MacStandardBasic normally has a retail price of $ 99. Professional Macintosh applications can be visually created in minutes. Visual MacStandardBasic uses and extends BASIC's easy to learn format to utilize the power of the Macintosh. It is easy for users to integrate sound, speech, color graphics, sprite animation, movies into their applications.
Users can purchase and download the complete Visual MacStandardBasic package from the ZCurve Software web site <http://www.zcurve.com>. Currently, Macintosh users anywhere in the world can get Visual MacStandardBasic within minutes over the Internet.
Visual MacStandardBasic is also available from Developer Depot <http://www.devdepot.com>. Developer Depot is a leader in providing software products to Macintosh users around the world.
Visual MacStandardBasic is optimized for both Apple's newer Power Macintosh computers and older Macintosh models.
For more information about Visual MacStandardBasic visit the ZCurve Software web site at:
Farallon today announced the addition of EtherMac iPrint Adapter SL to its complete range of iMac connectivity solutions. Available in September, the SL version of iPrint will allow users to integrate their iMacs with existing "serial only" Apple StyleWriter printers. Additionally, Farallon's EtherMac iPrint Adapter LT, which provides connectivity to LocalTalk printers and other LocalTalk devices, is now shipping- two weeks ahead of schedule. These two adapters offer the widest range of options for connecting iMacs with existing printers and other network devices in homes, schools and businesses. The EtherMac iPrint Adapter LT and EtherMac iPrint Adapter SL eliminate the need for iMac owners to purchase new printers for use with their iMac.
EtherMac iPrint Adapter SL US Estimated Street Price $99.00 Available September, 1998
PN559 EtherMac iPrint Adapter LT US Estimated Street Price $99.00 SHIPPING
<http://www.farallon.com>
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Date: Wed, 2 Sep 1998 08:06:13 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - Accordance Bible Software and Atlas
This special offer is from:
David Lang, <davidlng@gdi.net>
OakTree Software, Inc. is pleased to announce a special offer to Evangelistas on Accordance Bible Software and the brand new Accordance Bible Atlas. These two products, which are only available for the Macintosh, represent the state-of-the-art in computer-aided Bible study and Biblical geography. From now through September 15, Evangelistas will get a full 25% off the retail price of any purchase.
ACCORDANCE BIBLE ATLAS (New)
Introduced at MacWorld Expo in New York, Accordance Bible Atlas enables you to explore the lands of the Bible like never before. Accordance Bible Atlas lets you build your own maps by selecting from a variety of backgrounds, sites, roads, routes, and regions. You can even use custom drawing tools to create your own map layers.
Accordance Bible Atlas also utilizes Apple's QuickDraw 3D technology to enable you to create spectacular 3D maps which you can navigate and "fly through." Animated routes enable you to retrace the steps of Biblical travelers, and detailed descriptions are available for many important sites and regions. All maps are fully integrated and hyperlinked with the Bible text.
Accordance Atlas CD: regularly $69, now $51.75 (you save $17.25)
ACCORDANCE BIBLE SOFTWARE
Bible Software that "Thinks different," Accordance 3.0 represents a revolutionary new approach to Bible study. Its intuitive interface, integrated approach, and unparalleled power make it the most advanced Bible software available.
Accordance Starter CD: regularly $69, now $51.75 (you save $17.25)
Accordance Student CD: regularly $159, now $119.25 (you save $39.75)
BUNDLES
Starter CD + Atlas: regularly $138, now $103.50 (you save $34.50)
Student CD + Atlas: regularly $228, now $171 (you save $57.00)
For more information about Accordance Bible Software and Accordance Bible Atlas, check out our web-site at <www.oaksoft.com>, or feel free to e-mail me with any questions. To order, call toll-free at 1-877-339-5855 and mention that you want the EvangeList discount.
I'm pleased to announce the release of WriteNow Enhancer. WriteNow is a terrific word processing program, but it does not include Tool Bars and some of the other features we have come to expect from newer word processors. WriteNow Enhancer provides WriteNow with a Tool Bar and several other significant new features that update the program to provide the productivity of a modern word processor while preserving the small memory footprint, ease of use, and quickness WriteNow is famous for.
New Features Added To WriteNow
In addition to providing quick, single click access to many of WriteNow's features, the following new features have been added to WriteNow:
1. With a single Mouse click you can display all the characters -- including hidden characters -- that are included with each font on your system and insert them into your document.
2. You can now view and tile all WriteNow windows with a single Mouse click.
3. You can now create and store multiple signatures for your documents. With a single Mouse click you can insert any stored signature into your document.
4. You can now quickly and easily create a glossary for items you use repeatedly in documents as well as items stored for future access. These stored items can be just a few words, a quotation, or several paragraphs - -- you can customize the glossary to fit your needs.
5. You can select and insert any one of several pre-configured date formats into your documents with a single click of your Mouse.
6. With a single Mouse click you can easily adjust your point size -- at a resolution of one point at a time.
7. The name of the font, the point size, and the style of the text you are working with are always visble.
8. You can now apply an alphanumeric sort to the selected rows in your document.
9. There is now a "Print One Copy" option, eliminating the need to navigate the Print Dialog box.
Requirements
A Macintosh computer with System 7.0 or later and a 68020 or later processor. WriteNow 4.x (while I have not tested WriteNow Enhancer with WriteNow 3.x, I expect it will work fine with it).
WriteNow Enhancer includes a 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee and is available at <http://order.kagi.com/?L8T2>. Additional info about WriteNow Enhancer may be found at <http://www.kagi.com/MacEase>.
Special Price
While the regular registration fee is only $15., for the next 21 days I'm pleased to offer Evangelist readers an even lower, special price of $12. To receive the special price, be sure to use the <http://order.kagi.com/?L8T2> URL.
Technical support may be obtained by emailing me at the following address: <steve_writenow@macease.com>.
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Date: Wed, 2 Sep 1998 08:06:17 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - The Business Mac- Planning A Small Business Network
Deciding to build a business around the Mac has several advantages, one of the most important being the ease of networking multiple machines. As the business grows, adding more computers and employees, the need for a network to facilitate communications becomes critical. The Mac makes this easy with several options for networking computers and printers. This week's column covers the basics of planning a network that will tie together the multiple computers, printers, and other peripherals in the office. Next week's column will explain network protocol options along with providing information on how to properly build and configure the network.
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Date: Wed, 2 Sep 1998 08:06:18 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - Wireless Keyboards For Macintosh
This announcement is from:
Jeremiah Connelly, <miahac@feist.com>
MacUnderground is letting users place advance orders on the MacAirKey from Digital Creations. This is a fully functional wireless keyboard and mouse. Check it out at:
<http://www.MacUnderground.com>
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