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Nice article in this week's MacWeek (04.06.98 Vol 12 No 13) about how the Showtime Networks Inc. uses Macs to run their 24-hour premium cable channel. Macs are used in every phase of production and control.
Best quote: "To begin with, we simply couldn't do what we wanted to do on Windows machines, even today, without undue hardship" - Dirk Van Dall
The complete article can be found at <http://www.zdnet.com/macweek/mw_1214/mm_showtime.html>
For two weeks, beginning Tuesday, April 7, 1998, Inside Mac Games in cooperation with Green Dragon Creations will be giving away one copy of Gridz to one lucky web site reader each day for two straight weeks, including weekends. That means fourteen lucky readers who submit their names to Inside Mac Games will be randomly picked to recieve a FREE copy of Gridz!
In Gridz, you lead an army of ToolBots: Workers, Strikers, and Hackers. Your objective is to take over Net space. You'll encounter vicious enemy ToolBots who are going to try to suck the life out of you! Look for special tokens which will let you build better ToolBots and climb to higher levels. Check out the Gridz page <http://www2.greendragon.com/gz/> for screenshots and a demo.
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1998 04:10:35 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: $$ - World Wide External Radio Receiver
This special offer is from:
Greg Giese, <GGIESE@M9.SPRYNET.COM>
<http://www.R2-D2.com>
Monitor Aircraft, Marine, Law Enforcement, Emergency, AM/FM, Satellite, SSB, Ham, 900 MHz, and with optional digital signal processing-- weather fax, packet, ACARS, DTMF and CTCSS.
Global is pleased to announce a new product called the IC-PCR1000. It's a powerful wide band frequency receiver which is external and hooks up to your serial port. About the size of a ZIP drive, the unit includes an antenna and can be used with desktop and portable computers.
You can listen to receiver activity while working in foreground applications. Monitor 500 kHz to 1300 MHz (cellular is blocked) on all modes (AM/FM/WFM/SSB/CW). Has unlimited memory channels, real time band scope, tone squelch, (CTCSS) decode, 5 DTMF memories for advanced computer control, a 9600 baud data connection point for (optional) weather fax, ACARS, DSP, and other digital applications.
A recent review from "Monitoring Times" rated the unit excellent. In tests the unit was actually able to go below the specified minimum frequency and able to monitor US Navy/marine nav signals around 0.1 Mhz and digital data signals at 0.078 Mhz. Some bands require additional antenna arrangements, but the included telescoping rod antenna is great for starters.
There has been a furry of interest with this unit since it can be used for remote radio control of your computer, in addition to being able to put it on the internet for real-time frequency monitoring !
The package we are able to offer at the present time includes the IC-PCR1000 receiver, serial connector, rod antenna and AC adapter with Windows 3.1 and Windows 95 software.
We will write MAC OS software for this unit if there is enough interest-- selling for $99.95 We also are developing a CD-ROM with ALL the frequencies provided from the FCC which will be able to network with the PCR-1000. With the new development kit announced from FileMaker Pro, we will also be able to network the PCR-1000 with FileMaker databases.
The price on the package above is $599.95 We will offer MacEvangelists FREE shipping and handling on the package and all major credit cards are accepted.
Providing there is enough interest, we will write the MAC OS software and have it available in about 60 days from this posting.
For more information please see our web site at: <http://www.R2-D2.com>
Contact: Greg / Global Energy Global Energy P.O. Box 5617 Madison, WI 53705
Announcing the necessary update to Andrew's Disk Copy 6.2 Scripts. Versions 1.5. These scripts provide access to Apple's Disk Copy 6.2 segmenting feature; only available via AppleScript. Segmenter 1.5 allows you to segment a large image into your chosen number of segments. Floppier 1.5 allows you to segment a large image into 1.4 MB floppy disk size parts for easy archiving/backing up using the excellent New Disk Image Format.
New features since the first public release:
Primarily fixes to ensure correct use of these scripts.
* Disk Copy version checking; * Pre-segmenting image checksum verification; * Image format checking; * Creation of a "Segmented Images " folder on the desktop for segments; * Inclusion of Greg Meece's Floppy Archiver droplet 1.2; * Improved Read Me instructions; * Other minor improvements.
System requirements:
Primarily the requirements for Disk Copy 6.2.
* System 7.0.1 or later; Mac OS 8.1 for HFS+ images; * AppleScript 1.1 or later installed.
For more information, please read the Read Me file within the package.
Available for download from your local Info-Mac archive in the "info-mac/disk" directory. Alternatively go to my Downloads page on my web site for a direct link <http://www.patsy.demon.co.uk/Downloads/>.
Thank you for your time.
Andrew McNaughton. <http://www.patsy.demon.co.uk/>
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Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1998 04:10:38 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: ?? - Looking for FileMaker Pro Solution
This request is from:
Greg Burkett, <burkett_greg@mindspring.com>
I'm looking for New Perspective Software, Inc., Flagstaff, Arizona, who developed MembershipMaster, a FileMaker Pro 3.0 database for non-profit organizations. I bought it and love it and now need to buy 15 additional cpu license's, but they seem to have disappeared.
I have almost completed customizing their solution for our center that serves people with disabilities. I am a non-paid volunteer and as a non-profit we do not have big budgets to work with.
If I cannot find the original developer, who holds the "key" to unlocking the database for multi-user access, I will be forced to find another solution to yet again, customize for our specific operations.
Any tips on the fate of New Perspective & contacting them, or leads on other FileMaker solutions would be very appreaciated.
Greg Burkett Center for Independence, Technology, & Education, Inc. serving people with disabilities since 1971 in Orlando, FL
I've got a wonderful new G3 with VirtualPC that I'd like to use to run FreeBSD, a free 4.4BSD-based version of unix (check out <http://www.freebsd.com> for more details, if you're interested). Unfortunately, I've run into problems which I'm hoping some evangelista might be able to help with (Connectix's support staff have not replied to my question, and a search of DejaNews didn't help any either).
Without going into a lot of technical details, the crux of the matter is that the FreeBSD installer doesn't recognize VirtualPC's primary IDE drive/controller, which makes it pretty tough to install the OS. :-) Oddly enough, the installer *does* recognize the secondary IDE controller (i.e. the CD ROM).
For those who are tempted to blurt out that it's hopeless, I should also point out that VirtualPC does support DOS/Windows 3.x/Windows 95/Windows NT, OS/2, OpenStep, *and* RedHat Linux (x86-based, of course).
I should also point out that I know about LinuxPPC, mkLinux, and Tenon's MachTen, but what I really do want to do is run FreeBSD under VirtualPC on my Mac desktop (at least until there's another OS I can run that lets me run Mac and unix-based software on my G3, nudge-nudge, wink-wink).
So, if there's anyone out there that has managed to get FreeBSD working under VirtualPC, I'd love to hear about it. Anybody? Anyone? Bueller?
I just wanted to inform you that I have posted #11 of The RhapsodyOS Report, (April 13, 1998).
The RhapsodyOS Report is at: <http://RhapsodyOS.com/report/index.html>
The RhapsodyOS Report is a free weekly summary (updated every Sunday) of Apple Computer's Rhapsody Operating System news, software releases, rumors, Internet resources and related topics compiled by Raven Zachary with support provided by RhapsodyOS.com.
Stone's Throw is at: <http://RhapsodyOS.com/editorial/stone/index.html>
Stone's Throw is a weekly article (updated every Wednesday) written by Andrew Stone that looks at Rhapsody related issues from a developers perspective. Stone's Throw is updated weekly and is a RhapsodyOS.com exclusive.
Thanks for your time, Jason Caron Executive Producer <jason@rhapsodyos.com> <http://www.RhapsodyOS.com>
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Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1998 04:10:23 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Followup - The Digital Guy ISP Quest
This follow-up message is from:
The Digital Guy <mailto:evangelist@apple.com>
This is just a quick note to let you all know that I have felt that power that is the EvangeList and have received so many incredible suggestions, tips, information and other handy items from EvangeListas regarding my search for a new ISP that I'm simply overwhelmed. For one thing, I expected the "I feel your pain" notes (and yes, I do appreciate them...sometimes you feel like the only person this happens to, an isolation that's increased every moment you're trying to connect to a remote server, fruitlessly) and a batch of ISP names and URL's. I didn't quite expect quite as many inside tips on upcoming ISP's and offers for personal help as I got.
As such I may take awhile to respond to all of the notes, especially since I'm going to be spending most of Tuesday at a web conference in San Francisco. But a heartfelt thanks goes out to all those who sent stuff in! :-)
InkWell Software, Inc., the world leader in Mac-based imaging software for film recorders is offering a competitive upgrade for users of VBS Professional Output Manager. VBS POM users may upgrade to InkWell's FilmMagic Pro 2.0 for 50% off the retail price. FilmMagic Pro is a powerful imaging RIP for digital Film Recorders.
This is a limited offer valid until July 1, 1998. Detailed information on the upgrade offer can be found on InkWell Software's web page <http://www.inksoft.com>.
InfoValue Computing, Inc. is looking for an experienced Mac system contract programmer for a period of 3-6 months to develop network client
software for Mac OS. The contractor should have the following qualifications:
* At least 2 years of Mac OS development with C or C++. * At least 1 year of system-level programming for Mac OS. * Knowledge of Mac OS internals and its file system and TCP/IP network component particular
Interested parties should contact:
Chris Song, VP of Engineering InfoValue Computing, Inc 350 Main St. White Plains, NY 10601 (914) 328-1359 (phone) (914) 328-2081 (fax)
Terry Morse Software released version 2.1 of their award winning web page converter, Terry Morse Myrmidon. This new version contains several enhancements to its exclusive Wizzy-Web technology for accurate conversion of any Mac file into a web page.
Included in Terry Morse Myrmidon 2.1 are the first results of a partnership between Terry Morse Software and GoLive Systems, makers of GoLive CyberStudio--the Eddy award winning web authoring and site maintenance application. Because of the CyberStudio enhancements in Myrmidon 2.1, all text and graphics in a Myrmidon-created web page appear on a layout grid in CyberStudio. Changes can be made to the page layout simply by dragging objects across the grid. There is no easier way to edit a Myrmidon-created web page. Information on CyberStudio can found at: <http://www.golive.com>.
Other enhancements in the new version include:
- - optional creation of pixel accurate text sizes - - optional creation of spacers to maintain document spacing - - optional preservation of page margins (top, left, bottom, or right) - - improved automatic creation of Table of Contents page - - optional output of "home" button on every web page - - enhanced control over layout text box size and quantity "home" button on every web page - enhanced control over layout text box size and quantity
Users of the commercial Terry Morse Myrmidon may download a free updater to version 2.1
<http://www.terrymorse.com/updates.html>
A fully functional demo version (good for 25 conversions) is available from:
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Date: Wed, 15 Apr 1998 19:10:20 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: PR - Apple Posts $55 Million Profit in Q2
This announcement is from:
Apple PR
Apple Computer, Inc. today announced profits of $55 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.38 for its second fiscal quarter ending March 27, 1998, up from a loss of $708 million, or $(5.64) per share, in the prior year quarter. The Company's net loss in the prior year quarter was $178 million exclusive of non-recurring charges.
Revenues for the quarter were $1.4 billion, down from $1.6 billion in the prior year quarter. International sales accounted for 50 percent of total revenues. Unit shipments were 650,000, an 8 percent increase from the prior year quarter. Gross margins for the quarter were 25 percent, up from 19 percent in the prior year quarter.
"Apple had a great quarter, no question about it," said Steve Jobs, Apple's interim CEO. "We are very pleased with the strong demand for our Power Macintosh G3 computers, which accounted for 51 percent of all units sold."
"The G3s' higher margins coupled with disciplined expense controls have yielded continued positive cash flows and solid, high-quality earnings," added Apple CFO Fred Anderson.
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