Type of Article: MacNews Web Site

Big Brother is watching — and wants to watch more

Posted by | Sep 28, 2010 | , |

I want to see terrorism fought as much as anyone, but where do we draw the line when it comes to our personal privacy. In yet another example of the federal government wanting more power, the Obama administration is developing plans that would require all Internet-based communication services — such as encrypted BlackBerry e-mail, Facebook, and Skype — to be capable of complying with federal wiretap orders, reports “Fox News” (http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/09/27/seeking-expand-internet-wiretaps/).

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MacFamilyTree grows to version 6.0.5

Posted by | Sep 28, 2010 | , |

Synium Software has released version 6.0.5 of MacFamilyTree (http://www.synium.de/products/macfamilytree/index.html). The new version adds MyHeritage to the web research function.

MacFamilyTree 6.0.5 requires Mac OS X 10.5 or higher. For new users the cost is US$49. Upgrades from previous versions prior to 6.x are $25. Version 6.0.5 is a free download for registered users of version 6.x. A demo is available for download. MobileFamilyTree, the companion app for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad is available in the App Store for $4.99.

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QNAP releases NMP-1000P

Posted by | Sep 28, 2010 | , |

QNAP Systems (http://www.qnap.com/) has announced the NMP-1000P Network Multimedia Player, a new product for audiophiles and AV enthusiasts.

It features the latest Sigma Designs video/audio decoder capable of displaying full HD movies with advanced menu navigation, next-generation Dolby and DTS multi-channel surround sound, lossless music, digital pictures with background music, and other multimedia content. The NMP-1000P is powered by a Wolfson stereo digital to analog converter.

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Don’t forget Amnesia 1.2.4

Posted by | Sep 28, 2010 | , |

Koingo Software has released Amnesia 1.2.4 (http://www.koingosw.com/products/amnesia.php) for Mac OS X. Amnesia performs a smart scan to determine all related files to be removed. The new version restores Mac OS X 10.4 support for now.

With Amnesia, you can uninstall applications, preference panes, screen savers, and Dashboard widgets, as well as all their related files. In addition, turn on a secure deletion option to prevent recovery of the removed files.

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