EvangeList Digest Wednesday, June 17 1998 Volume 01 : Number 1211
In this issue:
?? - Mac-focused Ad Banner Programs ?? - PCB Package Compiler Help !! - Mac Version of Alexa Software Followup - Macintosh Training Statistics $$ - Vintage Type "Type Things Bundle" $$ - Soundsmith Model CDT-4 Followup - Top 10 Mac Programs Job - Design Icons for QuickTime 3 Products $$ - SOFTracker 3.0.1 Released Tidbit - The Motley Fool Daily Double -- Apple Computer PR - PublicSpace 1.5.1 available for download PR - iMac Sweeps Through California on Road to Macworld Expo
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:42 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: ?? - Mac-focused Ad Banner Programs
This request is from:
Clay Loveless, <clay@crawlspace.com>
I'm a webmaster for 3 popular comic book fan sites, and have more in the works ... my monthly banner impressions average close to 300,000. I'm shopping around for a quality ad banner program that:
A) supports & encourages Mac-focused products and B) pays website publishers a decent CPM rate after they extract their commission.
I've been looking at FlyCast's program (www.flycast.com), which looks good -- but I haven't seen a bunch of Mac banners served up through it.
Since my audience consists primarily of teenage boys, I figure they're ripe for Mac conversion!
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:42 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: ?? - PCB Package Compiler Help
This request is from:
Jason Reece, <jreece@alfabio.co.uk>
In my web wanderings, I came across a really neat electronic schematic entry package for Linux. The author wants to cross compile it to the Mac, but does not have the resources. Is there anyone out there in Mac land that can help. I'm only a humble electronics eng. but I'd be willing to Beta test any offerings.
The site is <http://www.uni-paderborn.de/StaffWeb/jogger/xelen/index.html>
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:46 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: !! - Mac Version of Alexa Software
This action item is from:
Harry Winand, <harry@alexa.com>
I need some help. My name is Harry and I am a QA engineer at Alexa Internet (www.alexa.com). I am working on the Macintosh version of the Alexa software. Our service helps individuals surf the internet more efficiently. We supply detailed site information and suggested links in an easy to use toolbar interface. Please check out our web site for more information.
Here is the problem. Our project is behind schedule due to several reasons which I will not detail. Unfortunately this is begining to erode the support among the upper management for the Mac platform. The powers that be are not convinced the Mac online community is large enough to buoy the mounting expense of keeping this project going...and going...and going.
WE are only a week away from a very stable public alpha release (beta at most companies) and a month or so from a full featured beta.
How can you help? Pick up that mighty pen and email us. If we were to get a few thousand emails it would make the Mac software a slam dunk! This is the Mac communities chance to put their money where their email is. Write us and tell us.....
SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC SHOW ME THE MAC
The email address is <macbeta@alexa.com>.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:46 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Followup - Macintosh Training Statistics
This follow-up message is from:
J.J. Davies, <aain@visi.net>
Thank you to all who took the time to complete our online survey relating to Macintosh training. The results showing which programs Macintosh users prefer and which applications Macintosh users desire more training on are posted at, <http://www.cyphernet.com/amt/stats/>. One interesting statistic that stood out was that Macintosh users in our sampling overwhelmingly preferred Netscape Navigator (88.9%) as their web browser over MS Explorer (3.7%). Do the results indicate that Macintosh users have an real preference to use Netscape Navigator or does it reflect their true feelings about Microsoft?
The Association of Macintosh Trainers (AMT) is continuing to compile statistical data relating to the Macintosh training industry. Our newest survey should give us feedback about the quality of Macintosh training people are receiving. Please visit our site and complete our online survey to become a part of this survey and future studies.
AMT <http://www.cyphernet.com/amt> is an international network of Apple Macintosh computer trainers, instructors and educators, representing 24 nations. The purpose of the organization is to make Macintosh computer support easily accessible to end users worldwide, while working to improve upon the quality of Macintosh training. The AMT membership is easily accessible to computer users at, <http://www.cyphernet.com/amt/members/members.html>. Please contact Jimmy J. Davies, President, for additional information.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:47 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - Vintage Type "Type Things Bundle"
Type Thing, <vtmark@vintagetype.com>
Vintage Type, a small Santa Barbara font house, would like to offer you our "Type Things" font bundle. This package contains 9 font families -- a total of 29 fonts -- for 60% off the list price. This is an $85 value for only $34!
The Type Things Bundle includes these font families: Ebola, HippoCritic, Lucifer's Pension, Mei Ornaments, Necrotic, Tom Fool, Vintage Celtia, Vintage Telegram, and Wrought Iron.
See <http://www.vintagetype.com/vtparts/pages/typethings.html> for details.
At Vintage Type we do everything with Macs -- including make Windows fonts! There's just no better way to do it.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:42 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - Soundsmith Model CDT-4
This special offer is from:
Lee Collings, <elc@collings1.com>
One of the companies that I do web design for has recently announced the availability of a new product. I have made arrangements with them to offer special pricing to the EvangeList group. You can view and read about the product and place an order at:
<http://www.collings1.com/soundsmith/>
PRODUCT INFORMATION RELEASE and Special offer for Evangelist Members.
INTRODUCING THE SOUNDSMITH'S MODEL CDT-4 A "non-invasive" tester for CD players, DVD, Laser disk players, CD ROMS, Computers, Preamplifiers, Amplifiers, Tuners, DAT's, VCR's and Tape decks.
The CDT-4 tests for intermittent signal level change, CD skips, noise distortion or loss of signal. Errors are logged for up to 5 days or more in non-volatile memory and are displayed on large numeric LED's. Error information can also be fed via an RS232 port to a computer or printer for complete error printout. The CDT-4 comes with a specially designed audio CD, and may be used for automated integrity testing of any analog signal path, CD players, CD ROM's, or computers. It runs on either the supplied 13 volt AC transformer, or on 12 volts DC for automotive stereo testing.
Markets for the tester include audio service technicians, custom home installers, audio retailers, engineers and service personnel in radio and television broadcast industry, computer sales and service, audio manufacturers, automotive stereo dealers and service technicians.
Model CDT-4 (Complete with power supply, test CD, Manual) $749.00 Replacement CD's $29.95 each
Special Evangelist Price: $619.00 including free shipping (normally a $15.00 value) to anywhere in the U.S. You must specify order code EV-1 when placing the order to get the special pricing. This pricing is only valid until August 15, 1998.
For additional information or to place your order, goto <http://www.Collings1.com/Soundsmith/>. You may also place an order by calling Soundsmith direct, but be sure to give them the EV-1 order code to get the special price.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:47 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Followup - Top 10 Mac Programs
This follow-up message is from:
Maria Langer, <maria@gilesrd.com>
About a month ago, I asked EvangeList readers for their votes for the Top 10 Mac Software programs for an article I'm writing for Computer User. In going through the 600+ votes I received, I quickly realized that an EvangeList reader had decided to use my survey to promote his product. He obviously asked his product's users to e-mail me with votes for the product.
I realized that something was wrong because so many people had written very lengthy messages to praise just this one software product. (Most other folks merely listed their top 1-5 programs in a brief message.) It got more votes than most other products combined. I won't mention the product here (or probably in my article) because of this scheme.
I'm disappointed that someone would stoop to this level and doubt the validity of the rest of my survey. Perhaps other individuals have done the same thing. I was hoping to share the information I gathered with all of you, but since the information is slanted, it's misleading and inappropriate. I certainly wouldn't want to mislead you or any of my other readers.
However, I would like to thank the people who shared their honest opinions about their favorite programs -- without being led by someone else. Many of you reminded me of the fine products out there, including many shareware products that are often overlooked.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:50 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Job - Design Icons for QuickTime 3 Products
This job announcement is from:
Anna Haas, <avh@larisoftware.com>
Lari Software, the Mac-only developer behind Electrifier Pro--the ultimate tool for fast QuickTime 3 web multimedia--is seeking talented, professional designers for creating cool new icons for its products.
We want to showcase the best Mac designers on the hottest new Mac products coming this year, so email us immediately with icon samples or URLs at <design@larisoftware.com>.
If you're interested in seeing what Electrifier Pro and QuickTime 3 are all about, check out the way cool examples at <http://www.electrifier.com>.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:55 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - SOFTracker 3.0.1 Released
This special offer is from:
DXoft, <mailto:support@dxoft.com>
SOFTracker 3.0.1 is now available at <http://www.dxoft.com/SOFT.html>. It's a complete rewrite of the original Software & Hardware Tracker, offering a better and simpler interface while improving on its already impressive and powerful set of features.
SOFTracker, a CNET/Download.com "Premiere" and "Top Pick" and a BizProWeb "Pick of the day", is a collection of FileMaker Pro 3.0/4.0 relational databases designed to let you easily manage information about all your computer products. Relying on the Internet Config system under both FileMaker Pro 3 and 4, SOFTracker is perfectly integrated with your other Internet software. It also keeps track of all your contact information for software and hardware developers, distributors and places of purchase, turning it into a powerful contact and Internet bookmark manager.
SOFTracker is shareware and a special registration offer is available to Evangelist subscribers:
Evangelistas can register SOFTracker for only $20 and SOFTracker PRO for only $40, which is 20% off the regular prices.
To take advantage of this offer, use the following online registration forms:
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT use the regular online registration forms for DXoft products, or you won't be able to enjoy your discount.
As soon as Kagi processes your payment, you'll receive an email message with your registration information.
Thanks for supporting the shareware system.
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Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 02:06:46 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - The Motley Fool Daily Double -- Apple Computer
This tidbit is from:
David D. Kilzer, <ddkilzer@earthlink.net>
"After years of fluctuating goals and revolving-door executives, Apple finally got what every good company strives for -- Jobs and Income. Steve Jobs, who revolutionized the computer industry when he founded Apple with Steve Wozniak, came back to Apple as interim CEO, and along with his return came two consecutive quarterly profit reports."
Date: Tue, 16 Jun 1998 16:18:08 -0700 From: Guy Kawasaki <Kawasaki@garage.com> Subject: PR - PublicSpace 1.5.1 available for download
This announcement is from:
reiff@comp.lancs.ac.uk (Frank Reiff)
We are pleased to announce that version 1.5.1 (final) of PublicSpace, our group productivity solution for Macintosh networks, is now available from our website.
SHORT DESCRIPTION
PublicSpace - Group Productivity for Macintosh
PublicSpace is an intranet system designed to make Macintosh workgroups more productive. PublicSpace helps workgroups to communicate and share information, as well as to organise and coordinate their daily work activities.
It is ideally suited for workgroups in Desktop Publishing (DTP), Web Publishing, Education and Creative Content Creation. ____
FULL ABSTRACT
PublicSpace - The Groupware/ Intranet Solution for Macintosh Networks
PublicSpace is a groupware system that expands Macintosh file sharing to better support group work. It is the simplest way of creating a Macintosh intranet.
It allows its users to quickly:
* annotate files and folders * exchange files and messages * organise shared resources * find out what is going on in the shared workspace * create central repositories, discussion groups, simple workflows, etc.
PublicSpace features a simple and intuitive, yet powerful and versatile, user interface that takes only minutes to learn. Unlike many other workgroup products, PublicSpace is designed with both novice and expert users in mind.
PublicSpace can help groups, in both business and education, share information and coordinate their work. PublicSpace is ideal for Macintosh workgroups in Desktop Publishing (DTP), Web publishing, Education and Creative Content Creation.
To find out more about PublicSpace visit our website at:
PublicSpace Client: any Macintosh/ System 7.1 or higher/ 2Mb of RAM PublicSpace Server: any PowerMacintosh/ System 7.1 or higher/ 4Mb of RAM
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NEW IN THIS VERSION
Updated Contact and Support information Minor bug fixes
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PRICING INFORMATION
US$25 for a single server license with unlimited number of clients US$150 for a site license US$500 for a world-wide license
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Date: Wed, 17 Jun 1998 02:06:52 -0800 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - iMac Sweeps Through California on Road to Macworld Expo
This announcement is from:
Apple PR
In continued show of appreciation to its most passionate supporters, Apple Computer, Inc. has chosen the Sacramento and Los Angeles Macintosh user groups as the latest venues to showcase the revolutionary iMac computer on the road to Macworld Expo New York happening July 8-10, 1998. The iMac has already caused great excitement among computer enthusiasts worldwide because of its innovative design, powerful features and low price.
The iMac combines the excitement of the Internet with the simplicity of a Macintosh and has been a huge draw to user group meetings already held in Washington, DC, New York, Chicago, Portland, Seattle and Berkeley, California. The iMac will appear at the MacNexus, Sacramento Macintosh User Group on Tuesday, June 16, and at the Los Angeles Macintosh User Group on Thursday, June 18.
Also demonstrated at both user group meetings will be Apple's new highly acclaimed Pentium-toasting PowerBook G3, which redefines the look, feel and performance of mobile computing through compelling industrial design and ultra fast PowerPC G3 processors.
