Will Apple try to go into the operating system business against Windows? When I first heard about Panther years ago, I thought , great finally Jobs might try to take OSX head to head against Windoz. That did not happen of course . But when I read this article (below) my ideas about this surfaced again. Why not try OSX on PC and show PC people what an opreating system can really do?
the argument "The problem is that the personal computing market has already demonstrated that users want a choice of hardware at least as much as they want a choice of software." I don't thing that is exactly right though. People are just or were used to DOS or Windoz and don't want to change because they are comforable with whatever they have no matter how crummy it is. Case in point --> windows.
Most people want cheap. They pay for it, many times in the long run. But considering that many people have software that Apple can't run (I have personally not found many so I really don't care and many Mac users don't either), they have to go with a PC. Too many people are comfortable, cater to and like that there is a business for taking care, fixing and working on all sorts of problems related to the use of Windows and PCs. And we are not just talking about the fact that more viruses can invade the PCs.
Yeah OSX Tiger and Leopard are more elegant. They are not bloated. They are constantly updated. They look beautiful and they work nicely. But would Apple let PCs use OSX. Many people have gotten used to iTunes, iPod, trying Safari (I personally do not like it at all and prefer Firefox). But if given the choice, some people might try it, switch OS and do more with Macs either side the Apple side or the PC side.
http://www.itwire.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17450&Itemid=1023&mosmsg=Thanks+for+your+vote%21
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Monday, March 31, 2008
Raiders of the Lost Macintosh
The best software, freeware and shareware review
http://www.maccompanion.com/macc/archives/April2008/Columns/Raiders.htm
Review: How to Do Everything with Online Video
Review: How to Do Everything with Online Video
reviewed by Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS: (dreric1kansas@aol.com)
Authors: Andrew Shalat
website: www.osborn.com
Publisher: McGraw- Hill: Osborne
Released: 2008
Pages: 256
$ 25 USA
E15 Canada
29 UK
ISBN: 978-0-07-149643-8
Strengths: Nice index and the glossary is well done. Online downloads and more can be gleaned and used from the book’s website area. Inside the front cover shows 25 online video operations to perform in the book. Screenshots are readable and of ample size for understanding the visuals and tutorials.
Weaknesses: Black and white screenshots, photos etc are of ample size. There are a few in-depth notes pertaining to different sections but I would have liked to have seen more. If you need more in-depth information to the editor of your choice etc. , you might want to explore about book after using this one.
Novice/Intermediate
Rating: 4.5/5
Introduction
Starting, producing and posted online video is all the rage since the online Youtube made the process easier. While this online application has made the process easier, many still have questions about various parts of the process. The book “How to Do Everything with Online Video” answers many of these questions and more.
The author has written for Macworld, other magazines and has a weekly podcast and radio show. he has brought his experience and background for the writing of an easy to read but in-depth guide to online video. The white on black screenshots are integrated within the instruction. All of them are large enough to read and decipher what you need to know.
The introduction starts off the book and there are 12 solidly written chapters within the 256 pages. This chapters demonstrated how to create professionally quality looking videos, editing and preparing then for posted and sharing the videos. Shooting and editing tips , found in Chapter 1 and 2 get your started with hardware, software and assist with tips, techniques and working with video in several ways. You also learn how to embed and upload videos.
What I found new was learning about launching and using Vodcasts (Ch.3 at P. 112-121) these can be listed in iTunes and can be downloaded to a video enabled iPod(/MP3 player which in essence combines online/ off-line video creation. “Googling” your tags with Google and discover markets, are found in Chapter 4 (p.128- 132). This is well down and includes nice illustrations.
Nice techniques and tips also follow. In Chapter 6 and 7, “Tell a Story” is well done and includes best ways to tell a story, storyboarding and more. In Chapter 8 learning how to be a director of films and techniques are here and includes a “short but sweet” synopsis for using videos with the “rules of thirds” (which is normally reserved for use of photography).
Chapter 9 and 10 focuses on movie and power editing and the communication through websites, blogs, podcasts are covered. Tutorials and information for popular PC (including Adobe Premier Pro) as well as Mac editing software are also provided. These are covered in a very nice, concise and well done introductory fashion. It is up to you whether you may want to find another book related to the software editor (in this book) of your choice, to utilize and find a more in-depth series of tutorials (if you need more assistance).
What is nice is that this author has also included chapters which include ample information about Final Cut Express HD . I was impressed that the author included information about the new iMovie 08 which does a great introduction.
Finally, Chapter 12 includes some nice rules to remember, web resources, listing of sharing sites as well as more software options. There is no glossary related to terms but the index is well done.
Conclusion
This is a good book for starting your online video learning especially for novice video makers or even intermediates (especially those Mac users who want to learn about Final Cut, iMovie 8). Very solidly written and informative there is much in this book to begin your video adventures.
The author does a nice job of highlighting different PC and Mac editors and even includes the latest iMovie 08. If you don’t want to use the Adobe editor you might have to search for another one. The author also breaks up the tutorials into little numbered sections instead of long winded sets of information. These are integrated with illustrations and screenshots which makes for easy reading and browsing. The price is right, the book covers a range of topics and information. Get started with your Online endeavors. It might not help you with everything you need to know about online videos, but it is a great way to get started and progress for the foreseeable future.
reviewed by Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS: (dreric1kansas@aol.com)
Authors: Andrew Shalat
website: www.osborn.com
Publisher: McGraw- Hill: Osborne
Released: 2008
Pages: 256
$ 25 USA
E15 Canada
29 UK
ISBN: 978-0-07-149643-8
Strengths: Nice index and the glossary is well done. Online downloads and more can be gleaned and used from the book’s website area. Inside the front cover shows 25 online video operations to perform in the book. Screenshots are readable and of ample size for understanding the visuals and tutorials.
Weaknesses: Black and white screenshots, photos etc are of ample size. There are a few in-depth notes pertaining to different sections but I would have liked to have seen more. If you need more in-depth information to the editor of your choice etc. , you might want to explore about book after using this one.
Novice/Intermediate
Rating: 4.5/5
Introduction
Starting, producing and posted online video is all the rage since the online Youtube made the process easier. While this online application has made the process easier, many still have questions about various parts of the process. The book “How to Do Everything with Online Video” answers many of these questions and more.
The author has written for Macworld, other magazines and has a weekly podcast and radio show. he has brought his experience and background for the writing of an easy to read but in-depth guide to online video. The white on black screenshots are integrated within the instruction. All of them are large enough to read and decipher what you need to know.
The introduction starts off the book and there are 12 solidly written chapters within the 256 pages. This chapters demonstrated how to create professionally quality looking videos, editing and preparing then for posted and sharing the videos. Shooting and editing tips , found in Chapter 1 and 2 get your started with hardware, software and assist with tips, techniques and working with video in several ways. You also learn how to embed and upload videos.
What I found new was learning about launching and using Vodcasts (Ch.3 at P. 112-121) these can be listed in iTunes and can be downloaded to a video enabled iPod(/MP3 player which in essence combines online/ off-line video creation. “Googling” your tags with Google and discover markets, are found in Chapter 4 (p.128- 132). This is well down and includes nice illustrations.
Nice techniques and tips also follow. In Chapter 6 and 7, “Tell a Story” is well done and includes best ways to tell a story, storyboarding and more. In Chapter 8 learning how to be a director of films and techniques are here and includes a “short but sweet” synopsis for using videos with the “rules of thirds” (which is normally reserved for use of photography).
Chapter 9 and 10 focuses on movie and power editing and the communication through websites, blogs, podcasts are covered. Tutorials and information for popular PC (including Adobe Premier Pro) as well as Mac editing software are also provided. These are covered in a very nice, concise and well done introductory fashion. It is up to you whether you may want to find another book related to the software editor (in this book) of your choice, to utilize and find a more in-depth series of tutorials (if you need more assistance).
What is nice is that this author has also included chapters which include ample information about Final Cut Express HD . I was impressed that the author included information about the new iMovie 08 which does a great introduction.
Finally, Chapter 12 includes some nice rules to remember, web resources, listing of sharing sites as well as more software options. There is no glossary related to terms but the index is well done.
Conclusion
This is a good book for starting your online video learning especially for novice video makers or even intermediates (especially those Mac users who want to learn about Final Cut, iMovie 8). Very solidly written and informative there is much in this book to begin your video adventures.
The author does a nice job of highlighting different PC and Mac editors and even includes the latest iMovie 08. If you don’t want to use the Adobe editor you might have to search for another one. The author also breaks up the tutorials into little numbered sections instead of long winded sets of information. These are integrated with illustrations and screenshots which makes for easy reading and browsing. The price is right, the book covers a range of topics and information. Get started with your Online endeavors. It might not help you with everything you need to know about online videos, but it is a great way to get started and progress for the foreseeable future.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
More tunes for iTunes and us?
Rumor has it that Apple may be finding ways to have an online store or means to get as many tunes you want for a price unlike the $1 per tune one, I and others have been used to. From Financial Times, Apple, Inc is negotiating with record labels to give iPhone and iPod customers "free" access to the whole iTunes library ifthey pay extra for the devices. Details to be laid if they deal can go through are how much Apple will pay the record labels for access.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Youtube possible options to better quality coming
Youtube works on better imaging quality. There may be an options to see in better quality or lesser quality. Read more
http://blog.washingtonpost.com/posttech/2008/03/youtube_works_on_higher_qualti.html?nav=rss_blog
http://blog.washingtonpost.com/posttech/2008/03/youtube_works_on_higher_qualti.html?nav=rss_blog
Raiders of the Lost MacIntosh
Raiders of the Lost MacIntosh by Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS(dreric1kansas@aol.com)
***
Luca
License: FreeCategory:Business accounting
Full accounting software and has everything you need.
cutedgesystems/software/luca/
Timelog
License: Free
Category:Utilities
Keep track of meetings, projects, acitivities and whatever your heart desires.
www.medianaatellier.com
Check Off
License: Free to try. $25 to buy
Category:Utilities
To do list which can sit on your menubar.
www.checkoffapps.com
CleanApp 2.3.1
License: Free to try; $10.00 to buy
Category: Utilities
info Mac OS X is lacking ability to uninstall applications and all their associated files easily. Use this handy utility, simply drag and drop the app to the interface for a complete uninstall.
http://www.download.com/CleanApp/3000-2263_4-10712351.html?tag=nl.e414
Intaglio 2.9.5a
License: Free to try; $89.00 to buy
Category: Graphing and Modeling
info: Modeled after traditional Mac drawing programs, Intaglio offers simple and adaptable design with easy-to-use toolbars and palettes. Several new features in this version add effects and presentation tools to improve your graphics projects.
http://www.download.com/Intaglio/3000-2187_4-10214945.html
'Nanny Mania' (Mac) 1.0
License: Free to try; $19.95 to buy
Category: Arcade and Games
Info: Experience the day-to-day life of a nanny cleaning up after a family. Race from room to room as you do loads of laundry and chase the toddler around the house to keep him out of trouble.
www.download.com/Nanny-Mania-Mac-/-/3000-2278_4-10708
more at
http://dreric1macnewsmacsightings.blogspot.com/
***
Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS(dreric1kansas@aol.com): DrEric1MacNews/Macsightings Blog : http://dreric1macnewsmacsightings.blogspot.com/ : editor MacsU.N.I.T.E. ( MacIntosh Users Network for Integrating Technology into Education):(Subscribe send email to :macsunitsubscribe@egroups.com)
Staff Writer at macCompanion Magazine (http://www.maccompanion.com/); moderator
macintoshvideo@yahoogroups.com- to subscribe
macintoshvideo-subscribe@yahoogroups.com; editor TechU.N.I.T.E. (Subscribe send email to PC version TechU.N.I.T.E.: to subscribe send email to techunite-subscribe@egroups.com
***
Luca
License: FreeCategory:Business accounting
Full accounting software and has everything you need.
cutedgesystems/software/luca/
Timelog
License: Free
Category:Utilities
Keep track of meetings, projects, acitivities and whatever your heart desires.
www.medianaatellier.com
Check Off
License: Free to try. $25 to buy
Category:Utilities
To do list which can sit on your menubar.
www.checkoffapps.com
CleanApp 2.3.1
License: Free to try; $10.00 to buy
Category: Utilities
info Mac OS X is lacking ability to uninstall applications and all their associated files easily. Use this handy utility, simply drag and drop the app to the interface for a complete uninstall.
http://www.download.com/CleanApp/3000-2263_4-10712351.html?tag=nl.e414
Intaglio 2.9.5a
License: Free to try; $89.00 to buy
Category: Graphing and Modeling
info: Modeled after traditional Mac drawing programs, Intaglio offers simple and adaptable design with easy-to-use toolbars and palettes. Several new features in this version add effects and presentation tools to improve your graphics projects.
http://www.download.com/Intaglio/3000-2187_4-10214945.html
'Nanny Mania' (Mac) 1.0
License: Free to try; $19.95 to buy
Category: Arcade and Games
Info: Experience the day-to-day life of a nanny cleaning up after a family. Race from room to room as you do loads of laundry and chase the toddler around the house to keep him out of trouble.
www.download.com/Nanny-Mania-Mac-/-/
more at
http://dreric1macnewsmacsightings.blogspot.com/
***
Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS(dreric1kansas@aol.com): DrEric1MacNews/Macsightings Blog : http://dreric1macnewsmacsightings.blogspot.com/ : editor MacsU.N.I.T.E. ( MacIntosh Users Network for Integrating Technology into Education):(Subscribe send email to :macsunitsubscribe@egroups.com)
Staff Writer at macCompanion Magazine (http://www.maccompanion.com/); moderator
macintoshvideo@yahoogroups.com- to subscribe
macintoshvideo-subscribe@yahoogroups.com; editor TechU.N.I.T.E. (Subscribe send email to PC version TechU.N.I.T.E.: to subscribe send email to techunite-subscribe@egroups.com
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