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Apple has posted Ethernet Update 2.0, as noted by VersionTracker, which improves AppleShare connections in high-traffic network environments. The update is for Mac OS 9.2.1.

Apple’s Hot Deals page offers the popular game, The Sims, along with both expansion packs, House Party and Livin’ Large, for US$99.90, a $10 savings off the suggested retail price. The bundle represents a great way for those new to the addictive game to experience it to its fullest.

IDG World Expo has announced new Macworld/Power Tools Conferences, which offer Macworld Expo San Francisco attendees the opportunity to spend two full days (January 7-8, 2002) immersed in training on key Mac products and applications, including Photoshop, FileMaker Pro, and Final Cut Pro.

Apple has had a claim filed against it regarding mis-representation of products and sales expectations related to its Macworld Expo New York 2000 announcements. This class-action suit is being brought against it by Milberg Weiss, and covers investors who purchased shares from July 19, 2000 to September 28, 2000.

NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display has introduced the 15-inch MultiSync LCD1550V, a thin-frame LCD monitor that features a slim, 8.4 pound, 2.4-inch deep design that enables it to be easily mounted on a wall. The display features a native resolution of 1024×768 and is available now for US$399.