Author: mactech

Apple has updated their QuickTime Streaming Server software for Mac OS X to version 3.0.1. This release offers Skip Protection, Web-based Administration, Strong Authentication and Enhanced broadcasting support. Version 10.0 or later of Mac OS X Server is required to use this software.

Word Translator 4.2, an interactive foreign language dictionary, was released today. This update adds an Interactive Translation mode to the text translation functionality along with several minor changes and bug fixes. A demo version is also available.

The Mac OS X version of AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), an online chat and messaging client, is now available. AOL Instant Messenger 4.5.144 is optimized for Mac OS X and offers a new “Aqua” interface, but several features of the previous version(s), including IM images, Buddy Icons, File Transfer, and Smileys are missing. These will be add to AIM for Mac OS X soon, says AOL.

LaCie has updated their hard disk utility Silverlining Pro to version 6.4.2, replacing versions 6.0, 6.1, 6.2.1, 6.3, 6.3.1, 6.3.2, 6.4 and 6.4.1, according to the Web site. Changes in this release include name changes in the USB/FireWire drivers, a new FireWire/USB bridge firmware update, improved FireWire hard disk drive error recovery, and various other improvements. A number of different updaters are available for Silverlining Pro 6.4.2.

Macintosh gamers have oftentimes felt like distant cousins in the PC game arena, but at the Worldwide Developer’s Conference at Apple HQ this week the company is showcasing just want gamers can get on a Macintosh. MacCentral reports that Apple has set up a games arcade with the top-of-the-line G4s, iMacs, Harmon Kardon speakers, new Logitech mice, and new Apple 17″ displays. Mac OS X is a clear focus, with Cocoa versions of Quake Team Arena, Heavy Metal F.A.K.K.