EvangeList Digest Tuesday, May 19 1998 Volume 01 : Number 1188
In this issue:
Followup - Garbage (from #1184) PR - Pedagoguery Software Release GrafEq 2.04 Job - Sales Reps with Mac Experience Needed Tidbit - Computer Life Editorial Regarding Macs Tidbit - Using Windows Trouble Free $$ - Nodester and Widgetizer Offer Extended Tidbit - World Without Borders Developer Spotlight Tidbit - New Mac Web Site for College Students PR - Carnation Desktop Pictures Set 3 Available Job - Assoc. Engineer / Engineering Technician (Alameda, CA) PR - CoolDVD World's First Mac DVD Kit $$ - Atom in a Box - Quantum Orbitals on Macintosh posting
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:06 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Followup - Garbage (from #1184)
This follow-up message is from:
Mark Shaw, <mshaw@mpsi.net>
Just a follow-up to Scott McClain's post in Evangelist Digest # 1184 regarding the band Garbage. I don't know about the rest of the country, but here in Dallas, TX, Blockbuster Music is running a commercial pretty heavily promoting Garbage's new album. The commercial begins with a voice over by a Macintosh text to speech voice.
Caught my attention and was the only reason I noticed the commercial.
Kick Butt.
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:07 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - Pedagoguery Software Release GrafEq 2.04
Keyword: Market by market, Education
This announcement is from:
Pedagoguery Software, <peda@peda.com>
GrafEq 2.04, an easy-to-use and reliable graphing program for learning and teaching high-school mathematics is now available for download as a fully-functional evaluation copy. Try comparing it to other graphing programs with relations such as:
Just type (or copy and paste) the above - no special commands required.
Home Page: <http://www.peda.com/grafeq/> Download <http://www.peda.com/grafeq/down.html>
Sys Requirements: 680x0: MacOS 6.0.5 / 2.5M RAM PowerPC: Any Power Mac
With 2.04, we are introducing lower licensing costs, with registration keys instead of physical packages: $60 for individuals and $36 for students. Physical packages are still available for $94 + $10 s/h, as are school site licenses (starting at $300 for 30 macs).
We welcome comments, questions, and general feedback at <peda@peda.com>.
Brenda Kwan-Tupper Pedagoguery Software <http://www.peda.com>
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:11 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Job - Sales Reps with Mac Experience Needed
This job announcement is from:
grant, <grant@viis.net>
Vision Imaging Internet Services is seeking part-time and full-time sales representatives in cities around the country. Applicants must be technically knowledgeable, preferably with basic UNIX knowledge. Also, applicants must be strictly Mac-based. Reps will be responsible for selling Virtual Dedicated Servers and dedicated servers. Information about our technology is on our web sites at:
Different options are available. Applicants could start a regional distributor office working for themselves, be full-time VIIS agents, be commissioned sales reps, etc. Starting salary will be based on experience, however we are very flexible.
Again, applicants must use exclusively the Mac platform. We make extensive use of AppleShare IP and other Mac-only technologies to establish our collaborative network.
For more information, please email:
<president@viis.com>
Warmest regards, Grant A. Kirkwood
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:09 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - Computer Life Editorial Regarding Macs
This tidbit is from:
Tim Foss, <timrfoss@earthlink.net>
Following are excerpts from the editorial from the June 1998 issue of ComputerLife Magazine, primarily a PC-oriented publication, written by Executive Editor Michael Penwarden. I thought the Evangelistas would enjoy ! and it is a big plug for the Mac. The editorial is entitled "Where's the Beauty in That?"
" The most beautiful products in the world - and by that I mean jaw-dropping, weak-in-the-knees, can't-think-of-anything-else-beautiful are those that balance simplicity and power perfectly. The common thread in these products lies in how elegantly they are in synch with us, anticipating our needs and waiting with solutions."
" Aside from Steve Jobs'"insanely great" Macintosh few products in this digital electronics realm have transcended practical functionality to become works of art. Instead the focus has been on adding more stuff. The latest version of any application is inevitably more bloated than its predecessor and overwhelms us with more options than we'll ever need or understand. I want digital devices I can operate by instinct alone. I want to experience pure joy as they partner with me to attack the task at hand. In short, I want digital devices and software that stirs my soul. Is that too much to ask?"
The full editorial can be found in the June 1998 issue.
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:08 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - Using Windows Trouble Free
Keyword: Advocacy, Windows Daymares
This tidbit is from:
Colin Foster, <cfoster@pobox.com>
Most of us would thing this is a joke, but a _serious_ article called "9 ways to keep your PC running like new" on CNN's web site is good for a chuckle and head-shaking.
<http://cnn.com/TECH/computing/9805/13/idgtips/>
Edited Highlights:
1.) The foolproof way to keep a computer healthy is simple: Never add new hardware or software.
2.) Before installing new software, take a snapshot of your existing system so you can learn how the installer changed it. Users of Windows 95 and 98 should also back up the Registry.
4.) Never install multiple programs or drivers within a short time span. Wait several days between installations to make sure the latest addition works and hasn't messed up anything else.
9.) Finally, keep reading PC World for troubleshooting tips--for example, see How to keep your PC trouble-free in the October 1997 issue.
Of course, I prefer to enunciate this last item as:
see "How to keep your PC trouble" free in the October 1997 issue.
Don't you wish you could spend your time doing all this administration, just like the windows users get to?!
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:14 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - Nodester and Widgetizer Offer Extended
This special offer is from:
RLI Sales, <sales@roundaboutlogic.com>
Roundabout Logic is extending its special Nodester 1.5 upgrade offer until May 31, 1998, for Evangelista readers only! In addition, we'll also give Evangelista readers, who aren't yet users, a special price of $129.95, (regularly $149.95) each for either Nodester or Widgetizer. Or get both programs together in our newest product, the Nodester & Widgetizer Duet, for only $229.95 (regularly $249.95). If you're already a Nodester user you can upgrade for only $29.95 and it includes your very own full-working copy of Apple's new Quicktime 3.0 PRO! Nodester users who want both the upgrade and Widgetizer can buy the upgrade Duet for just $99.95. Call us, email us or fax us and just say "Evangelista"!!!!!!
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:12 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - World Without Borders Developer Spotlight
This tidbit is from:
Eduard Schwan, esp Software, <espsw@compuserve.com>
World Without Borders is an interactive online community created for those whose imagination knows no bounds. Here you may exchange information and ideas, share points of view and speak your mind. This site is your pathway to exciting quality events on the web. Join us for the following Conference in the Spotlight:
World Without Borders <http://worldwithoutborders.com/> presents... Developer Spotlight! Guest: Eduard Schwan, Macintosh Software Engineer at esp Software
<http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/espsw/>
& Gryphon Software <http://www.gryphonsw.com/>.
Wednesday evening, May 20th, 7 PM Pacific Time (immediately following Robin Williams' discussion about her book.)
This 1 hour moderated web discussion will focus on Apple's recently disclosed technical direction with their OS and hardware from the Worldwide Developer Conference, emphasizing what it really means to the Macintosh user. How will the new machines and Mac OS schedules affect our hardware and software purchases? Should we jump in and buy a discounted 8500, or wait and buy a G3? What is Carbon? What happened to Rhapsody and the "Blue Box"? Please join us for an interesting talk about Apple's bold new steps to restake its claim in our hearts and on our desks.
Where? In WWB's Java Cafe! 7:00 pm pacific/10:00 pm eastern
Point your Java enabled browser to:
<http://worldwithoutborders.com> and click on Chat NOW! ...seize the chat!
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:05 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: Tidbit - New Mac Web Site for College Students
This tidbit is from:
Brian J. Matis, <bmatis@calpoly.edu>
With recent Anti-Mac related incidents at schools such as Yale and the University of Texas, as well as concerns over Microsoft's proposed deal with the CSU system, it's quite apparent that the Higher Education system is one of the front lines of the Macintosh war. At times like these, college Mac Users need a forum for their opinions, ideas, and a way to work together to help keep the Mac alive in higher education!
For these reasons I've created "Big Mac on Campus," a news and views page by and for Collegiate Macusers. I've been working on it for a little while now, but I need help! I'm looking for fellow college students who use Macs and are interested in writing articles, doing research, and designing graphics. (I'm currently using the Evangelist logo in the place where a logo for the page will appear.) BMOC is updated daily with education news, and Apple's stock price. There's one column, entitled "Thinkin' Different: Caffeine Induced Opinions From the Edge," with articles such as "Who Needs a CEO?" and "Kill the Floppy!" There's also a lot of resource and news links which are constantly updated. I have plans for a "Cliffs Notes" style weekly news synopsis so even the busiest collegiate Macusers can stay up to date with the latest news. I'd like to also get some articles on topics like setting up Appleshare networks in the dorms, and using Virtual PC to get into your dorm's Microsoft Network Neighborhood. I'm open to all ideas you may have, and I hope that "Big Mac on Campus" can help support the Mac in higher education!
Check out the page at:
<http://www.calpoly.edu/~bmatis>
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:14 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - Carnation Desktop Pictures Set 3 Available
This announcement is from:
richlove, <richlove@att.net>
Carnation Software has released a third set of pictures for use with OS 8 Desktop Pictures.
Carnation Desktop Pictures for OS 8. These beautiful photographs are perfect for use with the Desktop Pictures feature built into OS 8. They are high quality 1024 X 768 millions of colors JPEG format photos.
The first picture of the Aurora Borealis in Alaska is free. 10-Picture sets are $15.00.
Title: Engineering Technician Job Number: #98059 Location: Alameda, CA
Position Summary: Netopia, Inc. is looking for an Engineering Technician to support hardware development.
Responsibilities: products and ordering new tools as necessary. engineering. assembly.
Qualifications: preferred. overtime on occasion. detail. '
Apply now!
Please include the title of the position for which you wish to be considered. Failure to include this information will result in a delay in the process of your application.
Email: <employment@netopia.com>
Resumes sent via e-mail need to be in ASCII text format and should NOT be attachments (i.e. no uuencoding or binhexing). We recommend you copy and paste your cover letter and resume into your e-mail program.
Fax:(510) 814-5022
Mail:
WWW Staffing Netopia, Inc. 2470 Mariner Square Loop Alameda, CA 94501-1010
Netopia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:15 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: PR - CoolDVD World's First Mac DVD Kit
This announcement is from:
John Chan, <jchan@elecede.com>
We have picked the Mac OS to launch our retail DVD product because we believe that the Mac is a viable platform for new product intros, and we are pleased to be the first to bring DVD-Video to the Macintosh:
<http://www.e4.com>
CoolDVD is the world's first Macintosh DVD playback solution. You'll be amazed as wide- screen video erupts from your computer screen.
E4's CoolDVD Mac SCSI DVD-ROM Upgrade Kit delivers high quality DVD with multiple language capability, multi-subtitle support, Dolby Pro Logic surround sound, and DVD interactivity for any SCSI Mac OS 8.x computer with PCI architecture and 603/120MHz processor or faster. A fully integrated movie player/control interface for DVD applications is included. CoolDVD also provides home theater entertainment to the Mac by providing output displays for S-Video or composite TV and a digital audio connector for Dolby Digital (AC-3), 5.1 channel audio. CoolDVD includes a PCI, MPEG II decoder card, SCSI DVD-ROM drive, and free DVD titles.
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Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 02:06:09 -0000 From: John Halbig <john@garage.com> Subject: $$ - Atom in a Box - Quantum Orbitals on Macintosh posting
This special offer is from:
Dean Dauger, <dauger@physics.ucla.edu>
I am offering version 1.0 of Atom in a Box, a Mac-First, Mac-Only, scientific and educational program that aids in visualizing the Hydrogenic atomic orbitals, a prime and otherwise unwieldy example of quantum mechanics. Requires a PowerPC Macintosh. See <http://www.physics.ucla.edu/~dauger/> for more info.
Unlike other tools in this category, this program raytraces through a three-dimensional cloud density that represents the wavefunction's probability density and presents its results in real-time (up to 48 frames per second on the latest hardware). The user interface is very interactive and provides a wide degree of flexibility.
It contains all 140 eigenstates up to the n=7 energy level and the allowed spectral transitions between those eigenstates. It also allows a state formed by a superposition of up to eight of those eigenstates allowing for over 3 trillion possible states. The program can display a wavefunction as a picture of a cloud, use color as phase, plot in red-cyan left/right for 3D glasses, and slice the wavefunction.
You can download a copy of it and see demonstrations of its output at:
<http://www.physics.ucla.edu/~dauger/orbitals/>
For individual users, this software is normally $20 shareware, but I'm offering a special 50% discount exclusively to individual EvangeListas. So just send in US $10 and the words: "Go Apple EvangeList!". Once you register, I'll send you a registration code that eliminates the shareware reminder.
Thank you for your attention, Dean Dauger Graduate Student in Physics at UCLA <http://www.physics.ucla.edu/~dauger/>
P.S. In my original posting in EvangeList #422 (boy, that's a long time ago!), I announced the Fresnel Diffraction Explorer, and recieved a lot of positive feedback, which I thank you all very much for. With that program, I also went on to be a student winner in _Computer In Physics_' Eighth Annual Educational Software Contest. I'm submitting Atom in a Box to the Ninth Contest (to see if lightning can strike twice!). Thanks for your support!
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