Apple today posted updates for Xsan, an enterprise-class storage area network (SAN) solution; and Remote Desktop, Apple’s solution for managing the Mac computers on your network. Apple says the Xsan updates numerous issues related to overall reliability, usability and compatibility, while Apple Remote Desktop 3.2 is recommended for all users and addresses numerous issues related to overall reliability, usability and compatibility.
Read MoreMacware today announced the release of MacTuneUp, a new way to clean up, optimize and backup your Mac. Easily prevent system instability and speed up your Mac with a few simple steps. MacTuneUp quickly discovers and fixes problems, restores hard disk space, creates bootable disk backups, and maximizes Internet and network connections to squeeze the best performance from your Mac.
Read MoreTLA Systems today announced the release of DragThing 5.9, an update to their alternative dock application. Changes in this update include: full support for Mac OS X 10.5, including a brand new look to match Leopard, live document icon previews using QuickLook, and more; you can now insert and rearrange items in your docks without needing to make space first; mirror up your docks with optional icon reflections, even on Tiger and Panther; three more dock themes to match Leopard; and more.
Read MoreSpire USA has introduced three new laptop courier bags, designed to offer outstanding protection, convenience and versatility to widescreen laptop owners. Spire’s new laptop bags are known as the Viro, Endo and Mojo and have a suggested retail price of US$80, $90 and $100, respectively. “These bags don’t just protect your laptop – they do it with style, simplicity and attention to detail,” says Cory Barnes, owner of Spire.
Read MoreO’Reilly Media has published its latest “iPod: The Missing Manual” — now in its sixth edition (US$19.95 cover price). “Not only are there new iPods, there are very different iPods, at that. For example, the nano can now do video,” observes author J.D. Biersdorfer.
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