EvangeList Digest Friday, March 20 1998 Volume 01 : Number 1130
In this issue:
Tidbit - Internet Book Gives The Mac a Nod $$ - Games From Masque Publishing Tidbit - Inside Intel - G3 Not So Hot? Tidbit - Adam and Shawn's Excellent Adventure - Their Trip to CompUSA Tidbit - Windows and Bootable Zips PR - New Macintosh Information Resource Gives Away G3 Computer $$--Contour Mice Tidbit - Macinsearch Launches Web Site Directory PR - ResExcellence! A Macintosh Resource Editing Site. Job - Test Engineer Vancouver BC Canada PR - MacCoach, Dependable Automatic Restart Tidbit - MacNow Magazine Call For Submissions
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:49 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - Internet Book Gives The Mac a Nod
Keyword: Advocacy, Why Macs Are Better
This tidbit is from:
Darius Garsys, <mystery@camcomp.com>
My submarines' last underway (just back) I read Vince Emery's "How to Grow Your Business on the Internet." (great book, lots of good info.) Of interest, the few places any comparison is made between OS's, the Mac comes out ahead: (page #'s from 3d ed.) pg. 48, on what computer to use for access: "Macintosh internet applications are the easiest to set up and maintain, and the most secure, but many system administrators are unfamiliar with Macs." pg. 61 Notes that Mac LAN to Email gateways are far cheaper, more stable than the "other" kind. pg. 386, on web servers: "Webstar for the Mac takes about three hours to get your pages online (no, really), the Windows NT servers take about 40 hours, and Unix servers take between 20 and 60 hours, depending on which version of Unix you use..."
These are by someone who (as far as I can tell) is not really a pro-mac person, but merely giving an unbiased account of options for businesses to use getting on the web. __________________________ Digital Guy Sez:
Three *hours*? Even with Installing Interaction to run the message forums it only took me 30 *minutes* to get the site up and running "live" on the 'Net. Okay, so maybe he was assuming that people would stop to read the documentation first. ;-)
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:29 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: $$ - Games From Masque Publishing
Keyword: Market by market, Games
This special offer is from:
Mike Merson, <mmerson@masque.com>
Special Offer from Masque Publishing:
9 Big Ones--the most star-studded compilation of Mac games ever released.
9 complete games, each one voted "Best Game of the Year" in its category.
- -Warcraft - -Marathon - -A10 Attack! LE - -F/A 18 Hornet Classic - -Crystal Caliburn Pinball - -Pathways into Darkness - -Pegleg - -Glider Pro - -Loony Labyrinth Pinball
All games are full versions with full original on-line documentation. These games sold individually for a combined price of over $300!
Requires System 7 or higher, 68040 or Power Mac, 256 color display, 8 MB RAM and a CD-ROM Drive. Accelerated for Power Macintosh.
CD Only......Special Offer only $29.99 + $5 s/h ($39.99 regular price)
To Order Call Masque Publishing at 800-765-4223 or 303-290-6303, 9am-5pm MST and mention this EvangeList special offer. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:16 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - Inside Intel - G3 Not So Hot?
Keyword: Advocacy, Guerilla Tactics
This tidbit is from:
Mike Diamond <michaelx.diamond@intel.com>
Here is what Intel spoon-feeds her employees. Is this gobbledygook or what?
News - OR Edition, Intel This Week 3/5/98
Q: During the Olympics, I saw an Apple Macintosh* advertisement claiming its processor is twice as fast as the Pentium(R) II processor. What's the scoop?
A: We believe the Pentium(R) II processor delivers the best performance on applications that matter most to typical end users. Computer performance is a complex concept and it is important to use proper benchmarks, as otherwise one can obtain very misleading results. Apple used BYTEmark* to quantify their performance claims. BYTEmark is a very old benchmark, originating around 1990, used by "BYTE" magazine. It is a small, synthetic benchmark. In other words, it is not based on applications, but rather a mix of instructions that are meant to be representative of "typical" usage. The benchmark is distributed as source code, so the choice of compiler and its switches can greatly influence the results. As an example of the disparate results possible with BYTEmark, Apple's Web site shows BYTEmark scores varying from 4 to 10 with different compilers, all on the same Power Mac* using the PowerPC* 604e-180 processor.
Hiral Gheewala Microprocessor Products Group Marketing
I don't believe this, but how do I argue it?
Mike Diamond __________________________ Digital Guy Sez:
Yes, EvangeListas, you aren't mistaken: That *is* an Intel e-mail address. I followed up on this with him to make sure that he REALLY wanted me to post this. He responded with a couple of intriguing points: Intel should be a lot closer with Apple than it is, particularly since Rhapsody could help free them from their Windows addiction. He also noted Intel uses Macs internally for development and graphics work!
I commend Mike's chutzpah!
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:54 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - Adam and Shawn's Excellent Adventure - Their Trip to CompUSA
This tidbit is from:
Shawn King, <sking@direct.ca>
Along with all the other reports you're getting regarding the Apple promotion this past weekend, I thought I'd pass along my 2 cents worth.
MacHome's MacTalk Radio Show Hosts, Adam Clark and Shawn King, took off on a Road Trip to CompUSA this past weekend. Read their adventure onlne: <http://www.machome.com/mactalk/compusa.html>
Shawn King <sking@direct.ca> King InfoMedia Computer Consultants Host, MacHome's MacTalk Radio Show <http://www.machome.com>
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:23 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - Windows and Bootable Zips
Keyword: Advocacy, Why Macs Are Better
This tidbit is from:
Daniel L. Taylor, <LTaylor7@ix.netcom.com>
One thing you need to remember to do when comparing the costs between a Mac and a PC is to add in all the little fees for all the little enhancements necessary to add features to the PC that come standard on a Mac.
For instance, check out Brian Livingston's latest column at: <http://www.infoworld.com/cgi-bin/displayNew.pl?/livingst/livingst.htm>.
"I wrote last June that someone had invented a $15 software utility that makes 100MB Zip drives bootable. (See "A cool utility lets you boot from an IDE or parallel port Iomega Zip drive," June 9, 1997.) This allows you to make a bootable Windows disk, which is impossible in the limited storage space of a 1.4MB A: drive.
The developer of the program, called ZppA (pronounced "zippuh"), was Bluesky Innovations, in San Jose, Calif. The company has since developed an ISA add-in board that without software turns parallel port Zip drives into bootable drives under Windows 95 and Windows NT. This hardware add-in costs $35."
$15 just to create a bootable Zip disk? $35 if you want it to work without any special set up procedures??? Funny...for my Mac all I did was drag a System Folder over to my Zip disk.
What's next? Having to pay for built in scripting? Or the ability to delete applications?
Oh wait...Windows users already have to do that. No wonder so many developers choose to develop for the PC. MS left plenty of holes for them to fill with $15 and $35 add-ons.... ;-) __________________________ Digital Guy Sez:
Actually, as a someone who sometimes wrestles with PC's himself when appropriately begged to do so by a suffering user, I'm amazed they got something other than the C: drive to boot at all at ANY price. :-)
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 02:10:52 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: PR - New Macintosh Information Resource Gives Away G3 Computer
This announcement is from:
Engstrom, <engstrom@netgate.net>
We are pleased to announce the debut of a new Macintosh related resource - - MacReviewZone <http://macreviewzone.com>. MacReviewZone indexes in "Yahoo-Like" fashion all online hardware reviews by MacAddict, MacHomeJournal, MacWeek and Macworld making it convenient and easy to find information on the hardware item you are interested in.
But enough about that - what about the contest? MacReviewZone will have a regular contest during which we will giveaway Macintosh technology. For our debut we will be giving away a G3 PowerMac.
So stop on by check us out and enter the contest.
Sincerely,
The Staff MacReviewZone <http://www.macreviewzone.com>
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Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 21:59:40 -0000 From: Guy Kawasaki <Kawasaki@garage.com> Subject: $$--Contour Mice
This special offer is from:
James Golden, james-XL@contourdes.com
Mac March Madness - Contour Has Done it Again!
30 bucks off of our $89.95 regular price- ONLY $59.95 ACT NOW! - Time is runing out!
Recently voted "The Best Ergonomic Product of 1997" at the largest ergonomics conference ever, the IEA conf. Held in Finland.
Act Now and Save $30.00 on MacWorld Tokyo Show Special
This is your last chance to save your hand from the killer mouse, at the show discounted price of $59.95 for the right handed versions. (lefties and XLs are $10 bucks more)
Call: 800-462-6678 to order. (mention Mac March Madness)
Or Fax in Order Form with March Madness written on it: Fax # 603-893-4558
Or Submit e-mail order form off of our Web site or e-mail text version to <James-XL@contourdes.com> (state Mac March Madness on Bottom line)
Contour's mouse was found to be better than Microsoft's in our head-to-head ergonomic studies, done in accordance with ISO 9241 draft standard on input devices. (Copy of the study on our web site)
<http://www.contourdesign.com>
Check out what major mags have been raving about in our Reviews section of our Web Site.
This puppy is a standard at many fortune 500 companies, because it's the only product that works.
We spent 1.5 Million in R & D over an 18-month period consulting with ergonomic experts, hand therapists, MDs and injured users to develop over 120 different design iterations before we found the one that REALLY WORKED. After we found a shape that worked, we had to offer multiple sizes to make it work for all of the different hand sizes on this planet.
We also have SUN, PC, IBM (RS6000) and left handed versions available. (left hand & XL are $10 bucks MORE)
James Golden Contour Design, Inc. E-mail: James@contourdesign.com 30- Day Money Back Guarantee Dealer Inquiries Welcome on our Dealer Hotline 800-462-6678 ext.11 (international customers have to pay a lot for shipping)
Offer Good Until April 15th, 1998.
___________________
garage.com is coming. Sign up for info at <http://www.garage.com>!
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Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 02:10:38 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - Macinsearch Launches Web Site Directory
This tidbit is from:
David Tiberio < dtiberio@amicrawler.com>
Macinsearch.com today officially launched its news Macintosh web site directory, giving users access to thousands of shareware programs and web site links using a categorized, easy to navigate layout. Each web site is hand-picked for inclusion in the directory. A sample of the interface can be viewed at <http://macinsearch.com/pics/menu.gif>. The site can be visited at:
<http://macinsearch.com>
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Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 02:11:34 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: PR - ResExcellence! A Macintosh Resource Editing Site.
This tidbit is from:
Michael Coyle, <coyle@chgo-rec.com>
Ever wanted to learn how to create StatupScreens, edit 0T/PPP modem inits, or add new command keys to your favorite applications? How about changing the trash icon, or getting rid of the italic font in your alias?
Each week, ResExcellence offers a new edit with easy to follow instructions and step by step pictures.
There are already dozens of edits online at:
<http://www.ntsource.com/~coyle/index.shtml>
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Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 02:11:38 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Job - Test Engineer Vancouver BC Canada
This job announcement is from:
<suzannel@chancery.com>
QA Test Engineer (Macintosh)
If you're a bright professional who thrives in a group environment and can work independently, consider the role of QA Testing Engineer. Skills required are: experience with a multitude of products on the Macintosh platform(s), being a strong problem solver, and 3 years of post education experience in the computer field (related field experience may be considered). Other desirable assets are: experience using our Mac School product, having worked in the K-12 education field, exposure to client/server platforms, knowledge of communications protocols, ability to create scripts, exposure to testing methodologies, and communicate technical information effectively.
Chancery Software Ltd. is a leading provider of information management systems for the K-12 market in North America. We offer a complete line of student information solution for schools, districts and families. Solutions that are integrated through open industry standards and are based on proven technologies. Today, our products are setting new standards for flexibility and ease of use.
Chancery is a Vancouver based, equal opportunity employer that provides a dynamic work environment with competitive salaries and benefits.
To apply, please fax or e-mail your resume to Chancery Software Ltd. at: Fax: (604) 294-2225 * e-mail: <suzannel@chancery.com>. No phone calls please.
Neuron Data Systems is proud to present MacCoach (TM), a combination of hardware and software that reboots a Macintosh after the operating system stalls. MacCoach is an Apple Desktop Bus based device without the need for an external power supply. After a crash MacCoach automatically restarts the Macintosh without interrupting mains, even if the standard keyboard sequence normally used to restart, fails to function.
MacCoach reduces unscheduled downtime to a minimum for systems that are under its guarded operation. This includes Macintosh based operations of File servers, Web, Name and Mail servers, OPIservers and other server based applications.
MacCoach improves the operation of your business by enhancing the availability of server based applications to their end users that are essential or even critical to your business.
MacCoach has a unique design providing an extremely reliable restart mechanism, without the need for power outlets to cycle mains in order to achieve a restart. This gives MacCoach a unique international capability.
MacCoach is also capable of restarting a Macintosh upon failure of a single application, without the need for application specific plug ins.
MacCoach is second to none in supplying reliable operation and maximum availability of Macintosh based installations. It's the absolute "must have" for system managers responsible for Macintosh based server installations.
MacCoach already received rave reviews from leading magazines and enthusiastic responses from its users. Apple's European Data Center was among the first users to apply MacCoach on a larger scale. "MacCoach enhanced the availability of our services and lets us run our server systems virtually unattended" says Astrid Nijenhuis, Internet Site master at Apple's European Data Center.
MacCoach is tested to comply with both CE and FCC rules and regulations.
You are welcome to visit our web site <http://www.neuronsys.com> for up to date information.
Neuron Data Systems aims at providing world class solutions in hardware and software. Our employees and staff have a long and outstanding track record in the development and marketing of innovative and reliable solutions.
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Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 02:11:48 -0000 From: EvangeList <evangelist@apple.com> Subject: Tidbit - MacNow Magazine Call For Submissions
This tidbit is from:
Cory Bertsch, <macnow@netmug.org>
MacNow Magazine a non-profit e-zine located at <http://macnow.netmug.org> is dedicated to providing fresh, informative, interesting information in a form that is not too technical or arcane for average users (that's one reason some of us use Macs, right?).
We are currently looking for writers. If you are interested in reviewing software, or writing other Macintosh related articles on a monthly basis send email to <macnow@netmug.org> with "Writing for MacNow" in the subject header and explain what kind of articles you are interested in writing.
We are especially interested in people willing to do software reviews. If you want to do other specialty projects such as articles about Linuxppc, Web Publishing with a mac, or other specialties you may want to share with the mac community.
Let us know if you want to share you Mac-talent with the world!
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