Date: Tue, 2 Jul 96 09:14:52 PDT
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Info-Mac Digest Tue, 2 Jul 96 Volume 14 : Issue 158
Today's Topics:
[*] "Made with Mac OS" WWW graphic
[*] Archie Man 1.1
[*] Batman Picture
[*] Card Organizer 1.0
[*] Catalogue 2.0.2
[*] Catalogue 2.0.2 (French)
[*] Client_ISMAP: A complete client-side imagemap solution
[*] ClipFiler v2.1
[*] CoolClip patch 1.0.1
[*] C Reference Card 2.5
[*] CycloPunk's Ikons #1
[*] DARTS
[*] DAT labeler 2.1
[*] Developer Scripts Temp.sit.hqx
[*] dropit 1.0.0
[*] Eudora Lite Sans-Faute/Grammaire (script for French grammar checker)
[*] Eumorpha 1.5.2
[*] Fantastic Voyage 1.2
[*] Gaspod the Wonder Windows Menu
[*] GETUSdemo1.9.4
[*] GraphicConverter 2.4.3 (German)
[*] GraphicConverter 2.4.3 (us, de, fr)
[*] GraphicConverter PCD Plug-in
[*] GTS Multiple Choice 1.0
[*] Icon Archiver 1.0.2
[*] MacSense Desktop Tiles Volume #1
[*] MacSense July 1996. Volume 3, Issue 5.
[*] MailConverter 2.1.9
[*] MatrixHelper 1.3 Demo - Performing Various Matrix Operations
[*] Prince of Destruction 1.24
[*] PrinterSwitch 1.1 Beta 1
[*] ProFont Distribution 2.1
[*] QuickShot Deluxe v1.00 Screenshot
[*] SetDateTime 3.0
[*] SideMinder! (1.1)
[*] sound help
[*] SoundMachine 2.6.2
[*] Speech OSAX
[*] Spookhouse
[*] Startup screen
[*] Stereo "Seagull Beep" 8-bit/44kHz
[*] The InformInit 1.0
[*] TinyTown
[*] Un*x Amiga Emulator v0.6.0 (aka UAE 0.6.0)
[*] UnderControl 0.4.1
[*] Woden 1.3 PPC
[*] XTernal Collection 1.0
[A] Where is a thing like that Windows 95 bar?
Best 28.8kbps Modem?
Speedup Localtalk / Appletalk
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:30:04 -0700
From: (Jeremy Peyer)[email protected]
Subject: [*] "Made with Mac OS" WWW graphic
This is a WWW graphic that says: made with macOS
you may include it in whatever you wish, and do whatever you want with
it.
[Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/made-with-mac-os-gif.hqx; 13K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:29:28 -0700
From: (Jeffrey Taylor)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Archie Man 1.1
Archie Man is a simple Application I wrote to help you quickly find locations
of
programs on the Internet via E-mail. I was tired of logging onto various WWW &
Archie search engines every time I had an idea for some software. More often
then not, I would have to wait large periods of time to get answers. Archie
Man
allows me to "Queue" messages to be sent later when I felt like it. All the
file searching work is done OFF LINE! For example, if you were interested in
finding the location of a program called "SpinalTap," you would run "Archie
Man"
and type "SpinalTap" in the box and press ok. Archie then composes an email on
any version of Eudora. A few minutes (maybe more during busy times) you will
receive a list (via e-mail) of places to look and download the file. Then
using
a FTP client, such as Anarchie, Fetch, or Netscape, you can download the
program.
INSTALLATION:
There are no special Installation requirements. Archieman can be placed in
any folder or on the desktop. One must only make sure that AppleScript is
installed and that any version of Qualcomm's Eudora Software is present.
Requirements:
Apple Macintosh Computer
AppleScript Software (must be installed)
Eudora, E-mail program
CONTACT:
[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/inet/archie-man-11.hqx; 14K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:48 -0700
From: (Pedro)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Batman Picture
This is a picture that I made of batman gliding over Gotham city. Please
post it where you can.
Thanks PJT
Pedro Terroba Jr. University of Texas
Email Internet- [email protected]
Home Page: http://ccwf.cc.utexas.edu/~pedrojr/
[Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/batman-jpeg.hqx; 130K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:52 -0700
From: (Ken Dunham)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Card Organizer 1.0
Card Organizer 1.0 is a shareware 2.2X stack, =A91996 Ken Dunham, that
enables users to easily organize the order of cards within a HyperCard
stack. You can also rename cards, delete cards, or merge cards with
another stack. Direct questions, comments, and bugs to Ken Dunham at
[email protected].
You have my permission to include this archive on commercially available
CD-ROMs.
[Archived as /info-mac/dev/card/card-organizer-10-hc.hqx; 17K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:39 -0700
From: (Jacques Bersier)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Catalogue 2.0.2
Catalogue is a disk utility that catalog all removable volumes that
can be mounted on the Macintosh. It offers a simple and easy-to-use
interface and other interesting features, such as:
- You can decide what the program does when a volume is introduce:
- If Ctrl key is sunk, you can rename the volume before saving.
- If Option key is sunk, the volume is ejected after saving.
- If Command key is sunk, the program does nothing.
- You can launch applications or open documents directly from Catalogue.
=46or that, just double-click on an element with the Command key sunk.
- You can print the volumes list and the search report, completely or
partla.
- The search report offers two display mode.
This new version fix a bug that cause a type 4 error when cataloging
shared volumes.
Catalogue 2.0.2 requires System 7.0 or later and the Scriptable Finder
extension installed to be able to launch applications (this is
optional).
=46or more informations, you can contact me at:
mail: Bersier Jacque, Av. G=E9n=E9ral Guisan 36
1700 Fribourg, Switzerland
e-mail: [email protected]
The first name is different in the e-mail, it's not an error
[Archived as /info-mac/disk/catalogue-202.hqx; 97K]
[Archived as /info-mac/disk/catalogue-202-it.hqx; 91K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:37 -0700
From: (Jacques Bersier)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Catalogue 2.0.2 (French)
Catalogue est un utilitaire qui permet de stocker tous les volumes qui
peuvent =EAtre mont=E9s sur le Macintosh. Il offre une interface simple et
intuitive, ainsi que des fonctions tr=E8s int=E9ressantes comme:
- Vous pouvez d=E9cider ce que le programme fait lorsqu'on introduit un
volume:
- Si la touche Ctrl est enfonc=E9e, vous pouvez renommer le volume avant
de l'ajouter.
- Si la touche Option est enfonc=E9e, le volume est =E9ject=E9 =E0 la fin=
de
la sauvegarde.
- Si la touche Commande est enfonc=E9e, le programme ne fait rien.
- Vous pouvez lancer des applications ou ouvrir des documents directement
depuis Catalogue. Pour cela, double-cliquez sur un =E9l=E9ment en gardant la
touche Commande enfonc=E9e.
- Vous pouvez imprimer la liste des volumes sauv=E9s ainsi que le r=E9sultat
d'une recherche, compl=E8tement ou partiellement.
- Le r=E9sultat d'une recherche peut =EAtre affich=E9 dans deux modes
diff=E9rents.
Cette version fixe un bug qui cr=E9ait une erreur de type 4 lorsqu'on
cataloguait des volumes partag=E9s.
Catalogue 2.0.2 requiert le Syst=E8me 7.0 ou ult=E9rieur. L'extension
=46inder pilotable doit =EAtre install=E9e pour pouvoir lancer une
application
Pour de plus amples informations, vous pouvez me contacter =E0:
Mail: Bersier Jacques, Av. G=E9n=E9ral Guisan 36
1700 Fribourg, Suisse
e-mail: [email protected]
Le pr=E9nom est diff=E9rent pour l'e-mail, c'est pas une erreur
[Archived as /info-mac/disk/catalogue-202-fr.hqx; 99K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:29:47 -0700
From: [email protected]
Subject: [*] Client_ISMAP: A complete client-side imagemap solution
Client_ISMAP is a complete package that includes all the software
applications and text documentation needed to quickly and easily create or
convert and implement the new client-side imagemap HTML code for web pages.
What makes this different than other such products? Well ... not only does
this package include the software needed, but it has detailed, easy-to-use
documentation that will make client-side imagemaps a snap for HTML writes,
both new and old.
This package contains shareware that the compiler of the package *did not*
write. You are fully expected to pay those registration fees as asked by
the authors of that software.
The package itself is "come-by-my-homepage-ware". I'd also appreciate it if
you'd add a link on your pages to mine.
The package was found virus free with Disinfectant 3.6.
The same package posted here, only in .sit format may always be found at
ftp://users.aol.com/kaze4/pub/mac/softw ... _ismap.sit
Thanks and enjoy!!
It may be placed on the archive CD-ROM.
-Casey ([email protected])
http://users.aol.com/kaze4/index.html
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/inet/web/client-ismap-101.hqx; 207K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:46 -0700
From: (Casey Fleser)[email protected]
Subject: [*] ClipFiler v2.1
ClipFiler allows you grab highlited text from any application using a
simple key combination. This text is saved in a file that you define for
later retrieval. With ClipFiler you can quickly store text from any
document and look over the information later. This is great when scanning
digests, eMail, reports, surfing the web, etc.
Version 2.1 adds tokens to the separator text. Tokens are keywords that
may be replaced with such information as the date, time, and the
application that the text was clipped from, as well as other information.
System Requirements: Any Macintosh running System 7.1 or later.
Cost: ClipFiler is shareware US$10.
-- http://www.glw.com/casey/
mailto:[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/clip-filer-21.hqx; 147K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:49 -0700
From: (eugene takahashi)[email protected]
Subject: [*] CoolClip patch 1.0.1
This little puppy fills a basic void in every modern mac user's life. It
rejuvenates your clipping file icons. Use sparingly and only under the
supervision of wild, rabid dogs. I can't stress the rabid part enough.
Patch whatever "Clipping Extension" you want. Go ahead and run this on
your *installed-original* with Extensions ON. The Installer Police will
not come and drag you away. We recommend, however, making a copy of your
original "Clipping Extension" file and patching that one...
=7FH=7Fave you rebuilt your desktop today?
(c) Nick&Euge 1996 All Rights Reserved
eugene takahashi | ...The opinions expressed
[email protected] : in this post are mine.
nyc,ny/usa | They can be yours as well
: for a nominal fee...
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/cool-clip-101-patch.hqx; 66K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:42 -0700
From: (Mark Butkiewicz)[email protected]
Subject: [*] C Reference Card 2.5
A must for every programmer, 'C Reference Card' is like having your
favorite C/C++ reference book on-line. It has dozens of complete code
snippets demonstrating basic programming techniques, a complete listing
of the ANSI C function library, as well as a complete sample Macintosh
application. Use the search engine to quickly locate the information
you need. The optional 'Gray Background' feature allows you to easily
distinguish the 'C Reference Card' window from the other windows on your
desktop.
[Archived as /info-mac/dev/c-reference-card-25.hqx; 69K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:09 -0700
From: (Ian Burt)[email protected]
Subject: [*] CycloPunk's Ikons #1
Hello Maccies,
attached is a bundle of icons which I've been told reflect my
character-colourful with an odd way of looking at things.
The package has been compressed as a Stuffit self extracting archive for
convenience. Just double click on the file and tell the ensuing dialog
where you want the unstuffed items to be placed.
It's only a small file due to them being archived using Alessandro Levi
Montalcini's Shareware IconArchiver. A super app which will revolutionise
the way we move icons about Cyberspace. There is a copy of Alessandro's
Freeware Dearchiver enclosed, which is a drag and drop tool which returns
one's icons back to being folder bound. (Thanks for letting me use the beta
'Sandro).
There is a Read me file in the package with any instructions explained. To
paraphrase: drop the IconArchive file onto the Dearchiver and it will be
turned into a folder full of folders carrying my artwork.
Icon Archiver is now available at all the usual download sites, such as
Info-Mac, Ziffnet, AOL, and of course from his own FTP sites:
Alessandro Levi Montalcini
e-mail: [email protected]
ftp://ftp.alpcom.it/software/mac/LMontalcini
ftp://ftp.alpcom.it/software/mac/LMontalcini/alm.html
That's all folks,
Ian Burt(CycloPunk)
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/grf/cyclopunks-icons-1.hqx; 84K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:59 -0700
From: (Harley Bradley)[email protected]
Subject: [*] DARTS
Another great honorware game from MagicHat shareware.
For those of you who are avid dart throwers. This is a game of 301 for one
or two players.
[Archived as /info-mac/game/darts-hc.hqx; 1505K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:35:07 -0700
From: (Matthias Ellinger)[email protected]
Subject: [*] DAT labeler 2.1
DAT labeler 2.1 is a very easy-to-use stack for archiving and printing
DAT-cassette labels.
Regards,
Matthias Ellinger, violin
[Archived as /info-mac/app/dat-labeler-21-hc.hqx; 9K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:58 -0700
From: (Ken Dunham)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Developer Scripts Temp.sit.hqx
Developer Scripts Template 1.0 is a shareware 2.2X stack, =A91996 Ken
Dunham, that enables users to easily change the userlevel, blind typing,
arrow keys, power keys, and copy objects from one layer to another. A
lot of tips and tricks for scripting and design are also included.
Direct questions, comments, and bugs to Ken Dunham at
[email protected].
You have my permission to include this archive on commercially available
CD-ROMs.
[Archived as /info-mac/dev/card/developer-scripts-temp-hc.hqx; 14K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:41 -0700
From: (Peter van der Heide)[email protected]
Subject: [*] dropit 1.0.0
(c) 1996 by Peter van der Heide. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.
dropit is a quick self-modifying app which allows quick modification of a
file's Type and Creator.
And it's absolutely free.
[Archived as /info-mac/disk/drop-it-100.hqx; 10K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:23 -0700
From: (Philippe Caudron)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Eudora Lite Sans-Faute/Grammaire (script for French grammar
checker)
This small applet (Script AppleScript) allows you to check (and correct)
the grammar of your Eudora Lite message before sending it.
It works only with Sans-Faute/Grammaire, the french spell/Grammar checker.
note: Eudora Pro users don't need this script because they can use
Sans-Faute/Grammaire directly via the Word Services Suite.
thanks
Philippe Caudron
http://www.netinfo.fr/BCDL/SFG.html
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/inet/mail/eudora-lite-sfg-10.hqx; 7K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:26 -0700
From: (R Shapiro)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Eumorpha 1.5.2
Eumorpha is a simple utility which will import Eudora/sendmail mailbox
files and NewsWatcher saved articles into Claris Emailer. It will also
burst the usual digest formats. Other formats can be imported by using
MailConverter with its Eumorpha option. You must have Claris Emailer
1.0v2 or later to use Eumorpha.
This version fixes a bug in the bursting of RFC934 digests.
rs/[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/inet/mail/eumorpha-152.hqx; 108K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:25 -0700
From: (Miguel Frias)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Fantastic Voyage 1.2
Travel inside the human body. See red cells, glands and even cholesterol! For
additional help see the "About" menu in the game and the text file that comes
with this file.
This new version fixes some internal bugs. The 'duoden problem'
should now be solved.
Miguel Frias
[Archived as /info-mac/edu/yng/fantastic-voyage-12.hqx; 196K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:02 -0700
From: (Peter van der Heide)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Gaspod the Wonder Windows Menu
(c) 1996 by Peter van der Heide. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.
Gaspod adds a windows menu to any application - it sits just up there next
to the balloon menu.
$5 ShareWare.
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/gaspod-10.hqx; 35K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:07 -0700
From: (Christian =?iso-8859-1?Q?B=E9rard?= )[email protected]
Subject: [*] GETUSdemo1.9.4
GET software is an editor of timetables for Teaching Systems. GET is very
usefull
because it allows to manage a great amount of data (very rapidly), it verifi=
es
all availibility constraints of student groups, teachers and rooms,=DDit pri=
nts
week planning and work-load diagrams (with print view),=DDit computes the
number of
hours to pay to professors. Today, GET is used in more than 60 French Univer=
sity
Departments. Author : Christian Berard, [email protected] (US versio=
n
1.9.4 rectifies a bug in managing US format of dates, dialog "planning horiz=
on")
[Archived as /info-mac/data/get-us-demo-194.hqx; 279K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:28:29 -0700
From: (Stefan Brix)[email protected]
Subject: [*] GraphicConverter 2.4.3 (German)
This is a complete release of the GraphicConverter which is
available in English, German and French.
GraphicConverter is shareware.
It converts pictures to different formats (the list would be too
long, to be added here). Also it contains many useful features
for picture manipulation.
And last but not least GraphicConverter has the special feature
to convert complete folders or a set of pictures from one format
to another.
This update includes the following bug-fixes/features:
Version 2.4.3
* bug in import of 1-bit IMGs fixed
* GC saves now the comments to JPEG 6.0 JPGs
* new levels dialog
* bug in import of lzw TIFFs fixed
* bug in export of SUN files fixes
* preference dialogs improved
* bug in import of PNGs fixed (the last line was white)
* "Convert More" tries no longer to mount unmounted volumes
* new option in preferences of convert more "Remove batch command after quit"
* import of Meteosat5 files added
* new option for renaming/indexing in convert more added
* import of EPS files by using the shareware app EPStoPICT
* the PCD import is now realized with a separate plug-in (due the size); you
can
download the plug-in from http://members.aol.com/lemkesoft
* other minor bug fixes
[Archived as /info-mac/gst/grf/graphic-converter-243-de.hqx; 1695K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:28:33 -0700
From: (Stefan Brix)[email protected]
Subject: [*] GraphicConverter 2.4.3 (us, de, fr)
This is a complete release of the GraphicConverter which is
available in English, German and French.
GraphicConverter is shareware.
It converts pictures to different formats (the list would be too
long, to be added here). Also it contains many useful features
for picture manipulation.
And last but not least GraphicConverter has the special feature
to convert complete folders or a set of pictures from one format
to another.
This update includes the following bug-fixes/features:
Version 2.4.3
* bug in import of 1-bit IMGs fixed
* GC saves now the comments to JPEG 6.0 JPGs
* new levels dialog
* bug in import of lzw TIFFs fixed
* bug in export of SUN files fixes
* preference dialogs improved
* bug in import of PNGs fixed (the last line was white)
* "Convert More" tries no longer to mount unmounted volumes
* new option in preferences of convert more "Remove batch command after quit"
* import of Meteosat5 files added
* new option for renaming/indexing in convert more added
* import of EPS files by using the shareware app EPStoPICT
* the PCD import is now realized with a separate plug-in (due the size); you
can
download the plug-in from http://members.aol.com/lemkesoft
* other minor bug fixes
[Archived as /info-mac/gst/grf/graphic-converter-243.hqx; 1669K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:28:47 -0700
From: (Stefan Brix)[email protected]
Subject: [*] GraphicConverter PCD Plug-in
PhotoCD plug-in for Graphic Converter.
[Archived as /info-mac/gst/grf/graphic-converter-pcd-plug.hqx; 183K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:23 -0700
From: (Tim Brown)[email protected]
Subject: [*] GTS Multiple Choice 1.0
Requirements:
68030 or faster processor (68040 or PowerMac recommended), system
software version 7.x.x, 2Mb hard disk space, 2.5Mb free RAM, Mouse, Apple
Text-to-Speech software (for optional speech synthesis)
GTS Multiple Choice is the first of a series of applications
designed to make testing more enjoyable for students, and less time
consuming for instructors. Students will find GTS Multiple Choice to be a
more enjoyable way to take tests simply because anything they can do on
the computer is more fun than doing the same thing on paper. Teachers
will find Multiple Choice less time consuming than standard paper tests
thanks to Multiple Choice's instant grade reports. Hours of tedious
grading can be completed in minutes!
In classrooms with students who are unable to use the computer, or
who are uncomfortable with the computer, GTS Multiple Choice is still an
ideal tool thanks to its ability to print out fully formatted tests and
answer keys. Multiple Choice can also read the test aloud to students
who may have difficulty reading the text!
With Multiple Choice's statistical reports, the system can also be
used to conduct polls and surveys. Even students can use Multiple Choice
to conduct polls of their classmates for yearbooks, reports, and other
projects that rely on statistical data.
For more information on GTS or to find the latest version as well as
other goodies, visit the GTS homepage at
.
[Archived as /info-mac/edu/gts-multiple-choice-10.hqx; 673K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:58 -0700
From: (Alessandro Levi Montalcini)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Icon Archiver 1.0.2
------ THE BEST ICON DATABASE EVER SEEN ON THE MAC ! -------
The Icon Archiver is an extremely powerful database specifically designed for
easy icon storage and retrieval. It can quickly scan whole disks or folders and
grab all the icons they contain, including those you won't ever see in the
Finder
and all icon archives created by other icon utilities. Drag & Drop is fully
supported, so you can create or stick custom icons by simply dragging them
around. All icons are compressed on the fly to save memory and disk space, and
archives can contain a very large number of icons (unlike all other icon
utilities which are limited to a few hundreds). Advanced features include
removing duplicate icons, sorting them by shape, filtering them by size or
color
depth, and viewing them in many different ways. The Archiver includes native
PowerPC code and its icon handling routines are highly optimized for maximum
speed.
Even if you hate custom icons, you'll be fascinated by the number of icons that
come out of a typical shareware CD-ROM like the ones that are bundled with many
Mac magazines. No matter what you use your Mac for, this is guaranteed to give
you countless hours of fun and entertainment as well as a much nicer desktop.
New in version 1.0.2:
- The new Icon Dearchiver utility is now included in the package. Pasting or
dragging pictures into an Archiver window can now split the image in multiple
solid-background icons, which can then easily be dragged to the Finder to build
cool multi-icon images directly inside the Finder windows.
- Double-clicking an open archive now selects the appropriate window instead of
displaying an error code; now reads 'ICN#' names even if "skip b&w icons" is
checked; opens an empty archive window when launched alone; more careful checks
should avoid launching crashes when the Drag Manager is installed on pre-7.1
systems; fixed a bug that could cause the "Don't Save" button to be
automatically
pressed.
Price: $15 (shareware, see docs for more info)
Source: ftp://ftp.alpcom.it/software/mac/LMontalcini
[Archived as /info-mac/gst/grf/icon-archiver-102.hqx; 240K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:53 -0700
From: (Chris McVeigh)[email protected]
Subject: [*] MacSense Desktop Tiles Volume #1
Thank you for downloading MacSense's Desktop Tiles, Volume #1! Within this
package, you'll find over 50 desktop patterns designed by MacSense Editor
in Chief Chris McVeigh.
Requirements: System 7.5 or better
Strong Recommendation: Thousands of colors (16-bit)
=46or best results, we recommend assigning 600k of memory to the Desktop
Pattern control panel. To do so, highlight the Desktop Patterns control
panel icon and select "Get Info" from the Finder's "File" menu. Once the
Info window has appeared, type "600" in the "Preferred Size" box. Close the
window and double click on the Desktop Patterns control panel to restart
the application.
Distributing MacSense Desktop Tiles
--------------------------------
MacSense Desktop Tiles, Volume #1 can be uploaded to any online service you
see fit, so long as the package remains unaltered.
LEGAL
------
We make no guarantees, expressed or implied. This freeware is distributed
"as is." But what can really go wrong with desktop patterns? Enjoy!
=A9 1996, MacSense Communications. All rights reserved.
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/grf/mac-sense-desktop-tiles-1.hqx; 830K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:30:59 -0700
From: (Chris McVeigh)[email protected]
Subject: [*] MacSense July 1996. Volume 3, Issue 5.
It's July! And here in the northern hemisphere, it's begun to get hot. So
too is this month's MacSense! In July's issue, you'll learn about Apple's
planned limited edition 20th anniversary Macintosh, MacOS 7.5.3 Revision 2
for PowerBooks and PCI Macs, the new LaserWriter 12/640PS and RAM Doubler
1.6.2a. Did you know about ResEdit 3, LaserWriter 8.4 or Netscape 4? Read
all about it in our new occasional section entitled "In the Pipeline!" Also
in this issue: Jim Hines considers the prevalence of URLs in advertising;
The Game Warden speaks lovingly of E3; Cerebreality considers the demise of
Gen X and the subsequent generational title; and Chris McVeigh pops the
glossy media bubble surrounding the Pippin platform.
MacSense: The Macintosh=AE E-Zine is a FREE monthly electronic magazine whic=
h
focuses on the mainstream Macintosh computer market. Each issue of MacSense
details the most significant news stories in the world of Macintosh
computing and explores how these new developments will affect every-day Mac
users. Packed with vibrant color graphics and in depth product reviews, it
is the founding goal of MacSense to shed light on a rapidly evolving
industry. Moreover, because MacSense is created and distributed
electronically, it is the most environmentally friendly method of
publishing. We hope you enjoy this issue!
The color edition of MacSense requires a Macintosh with at least 16 shades
of grey. For optimal viewing, we recommend 16-bit color. The black and
white edition of MacSense can be viewed on any Macintosh.
Please email us if you have questions, comments, suggestions,
contributions, or just to say "Hi". We can be reached at
[email protected].
[Archived as /info-mac/per/sns/mac-sense-96-06.hqx; 1289K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:27 -0700
From: (R Shapiro)[email protected]
Subject: [*] MailConverter 2.1.9
MailConverter is a utility which converts disparate mail and mail-like
formats into sendmail format, suitable for use with Eudora or Z-Mail. It
will also create and burst digests, and import a few kinds of nickname
files. It can be used in conjunction with Eumorpha to import all
supported formats into Claris Emailer.
MailConverter handles the following formats:
Claris Emailer filed mail (not the In Box or Out Box)
mmdf mail files
babyl/techmail mail files
America Online mail files
LeeMail mail files
Pine mail files (both Unix and Dos)
Elm mail files
MacEMail mail files and nickname folders
PopMail mail files
eWorld mail files
Windows Eudora mailboxes (even with DOS eol)
Ricemail mail files
TeleFinder mail files
Genie mail files
CompuServe mail files (limited support, text archives only)
cc:Mail mail files (limited support, text archives only)
vmsMail mail files (limited support, text archives only)
MSMail mail files (limited support, text archives only)
NewsWatcher save files
Gnus save files
NN save files
This version corrects a bug in the bursting of RFC934 digests.
rs/[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/inet/mail/mail-converter-219.hqx; 233K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:28:19 -0700
From: (Hussam Dandashli)[email protected]
Subject: [*] MatrixHelper 1.3 Demo - Performing Various Matrix Operations
Matrix Helper is an application to help with basic matrix
operations like inverting, row-reducing, solving a system of
linear equations and more...
The application utilizes several features including:
* dynamic memory allocation, allowing the user to enter a
large matrix depending on the amount of RAM allocated to the
application.
* Improved solver for a system of equations using
Gauss-Jordan method with full pivoting to handle
ill-conditioned matrices.
* Ability to read/write large matrices that the application
would not be able to display in the application's window.
* Display matrix in main and console windows, so the user
can copy the numbers as text right out of the visible part
of the console window.
* Straight-forward user interface.
Version 1.3 adds PowerPC support and a better console
interface thanks to CodeWarrior SIOUX library.
Version 1.2 fixes a loop when trying to open a file and
selecting cancel.
Version 1.1 fixes a minor bug that caused the determinant to
be zero if some of the diagonal numbers were very small.
Other additions include three options to view numbers, e.g.
3.20e-2 or 0.032 or 0.032000, and better console display.
This demo version is limited to 3x3 matrices. The full
version is limited by available RAM. It is shareware with a
$10 fee.
Please include your e-mail address if applicable. Please
circulate and distribute this demo version.
This application can be included on the archive's CD-ROM
[Archived as /info-mac/sci/matrix-helper-13-demo.hqx; 388K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:21 -0700
From: (Andrew Neely)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Prince of Destruction 1.24
Prepare yourself for the latest in quality interactive roleplaying with
the most recent Multiplayer Animated Roleplaying System (MARS) scenario
release: Prince of Destruction v1.24.
Charged by the Keeper to defeat the evil Prince of Destruction, you and up
to three friends must journey throughout the Land of Nestaria seeking clues,
solving puzzles and tempting fate to launch a rebellion and defeat the dark
forces that plague the land.
Designed by Andrew Barry, Pamina Loewald and Tonio Loewald of Australia,
this award winning game has received very strong support as a Macintosh
shareware game since its first release in early 1994. Prince of Destruction
is a cross between the depth of Ultima-style role-playing games and the
real-time action of Gauntlet. Prince of Destruction supports one to four
players in a cooperative role-playing environment with a single license.
* Real-time action combined with complex storyline
* Uses the powerful Multiplayer Animated Roleplaying System (MARS)
* 1-4 players (cooperative) on a network
* More than 1500 regions to explore
* Accelerated for Power Macintosh, Enhanced speech support
BadgerCom Software, MARS, and Prince of Destruction are trademarks of
BadgerCom Inc. Ultima is a registered trademark of Electronic Arts.
Gauntlet is a registered trademark of Atari Corporation. MacOS is a
trademark of Apple Computer Inc. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft
Corp. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
MacOS: Apple MacOS 7.0+, 8Mb RAM, 5Mb hard drive space
GRAPHICS: 16 or 256 colors or greys
VOICE: Apple Text-to-Speech v1.4 or later (optional)
NETWORK: Appletalk (Localtalk or Ethernet)
Fee: $30 shareware (U.S. funds, U.S. bank only please)
BadgerCom Software Inc. [email protected]
1205 West Elizabeth E111 www.badgercom.com
Fort Collins, CO 80521 USA ftp.badgercom.com
800-354-3001 (registration)
970-482-5641 (international registration and support)
[Archived as /info-mac/game/adv/prince-of-destruction-124.hqx; 4526K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:30:35 -0700
From: (Daniel Schwarz)[email protected]
Subject: [*] PrinterSwitch 1.1 Beta 1
PrinterSwitch is a control panel/system extension that allows you to
easily select among many different printers when you print documents in
your applications. It eliminates the need to use the Chooser to select a
printer.
PrinterSwitch appears right when you need it; when you select Print or
Page Setup from any program. No need to memorize hot key sequences! It
can also be activated by a convenient Control Strip Module.
The printer status display will show you if a printer is busy or out of
paper... BEFORE you print!
It knows about LaserWriter 7 and 8 PPD files and makes sure to use the
proper PPD for each printer, eliminating a common source of Postscript
printing errors.
It's LaserWriter 8.4-friendly, complementing the advanced features of the
LW 8.4 driver with extra functionality (switch between drivers, not just
printers)
This is BETA software. It will expire on July 31, 1996. The latest
"release"
version is 1.0.4.
Changes in PrinterSwitch 1.1 beta 1:
* All the features of PrinterSwitch 1.0.4, plus:
* Printer files are now renameable, and the names show up in the printer
list
* Printer status display for networked printers
* Now supports multiple PPD files for a single printer
For more information, please visit the Brookline Software web site:
http://www.brooklinesw.com/
PrinterSwitch 1.1 beta 1 does not supercede any other versions of
PrinterSwitch.
Thanks,
Daniel Schwarz
Brookline Software
[Archived as /info-mac/prn/printer-switch-11b1.hqx; 176K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:29:14 -0700
From: (Stephen C. Gilardi)[email protected]
Subject: [*] ProFont Distribution 2.1
This is version 2.1 of the ProFont Distribution. ProFont is a monospaced
font whose 9 pt size is similar to Monaco 9 but with improved readability.
It includes slashed zeros, ells with serifs, emphasized punctuation, etc.
It is a great font for programmers and anyone else who needs a monospaced
font with easily distinguished characters.
New since the 2.0 release are:
- a new feature in Monaco Tuner which lets you "resize" Monaco 9,
- a workaround for a crash which could occur with Monaco Tuner 1.0
related to Power Macs and Desk Accessories,
- note: there are no changes to the fonts in the 2.1 release.
New since the 1.2 release are:
- modifications to the shapes of several characters for even better
readability,
- a 7 pt bitmap version of ProFont,
- an ISOLatin1 encoded version of ProFont,
- a new Control Panel called "Monaco Tuner" which simplifies the sub-
stitution of Monaco by ProFont (or another font) and replaces version
1.2's complex installation instructions for "ProFont(Monaco)", and
- a suitcase containing the 9 pt size of version 1.2 of ProFont.
ProFont Distribution 2.1 includes bitmap and outline (both TrueType and
Adobe Type 1) versions of ProFont and ProFontISOLatin1 and (finally!)
simple instructions for arranging to see ProFont 9 wherever Monaco 9 would
otherwise be seen.
I give permission for this submission to be included on the Info-Mac CD-ROM.
Enjoy ProFont!
--Steve
Stephen C. Gilardi
SQ Software
[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/font/pro-font-21.hqx; 359K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:17 -0700
From: [email protected]
Subject: [*] QuickShot Deluxe v1.00 Screenshot
Screenshot from QuickShot Deluxe v1.00
This screenshot is in jpeg format and requires an application that can view
jpeg files in order to view the image.
--QuickShot Deluxe v1.00 Description--
Welcome to the ultimate shooting gallery! QuickShot Deluxe's graphics are
created from digitized video. As a result, the realism far surpasses that
which you can get from a sprite based game.
Test your aim and reaction time in the most realistic computer environment
available. QuickShot Deluxe's animation is stunning. The smoothness and
quality of the video animation is amazing.
QuickShot Deluxe features eighty levels of play which gradually increase in
difficulty. QuickShot Deluxe even calculates your reaction times! Your
average reaction time is calculated and reported at the end of each level.
Now you can find out who is the fastest gun in your family or group of
friends.
--QuickShot Deluxe Features--
PowerPC Native. 16 bit sound. 16 bit color(thousands of colors). QuickTime
movies/animations. Bonus items. Calculation of reaction time. Larger game
screen. Larger bad guys. Smoother animation. Two gun types. Eighty levels
of play
--QuickShot Deluxe System Requirements--
System 7 or later. 68040 or PowerPC CPU. Minimum 8 MB RAM. 4.5 MB Free Ram
for 8 bit graphics(256 colors). 6 MB Free Ram for 16 bit graphics(Thousands
of colors). 13"(640x480) Monitor with support for at least 256 Colors. 19
MB Hard Drive Space. QuickTime version 2.0 or later. Sound Manager version
3.0 or later.
--QuickShot Deluxe Shareware Information--
QuickShot Deluxe is $10 Shareware. Unregistered users can only play five of
the eighty levels and can not save games or open saved games. Registered
users can play all eighty levels and can both save games and open saved
games.
[Archived as /info-mac/game/quick-shot-dx-screen-shot-1.hqx; 183K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:28 -0700
From: [email protected]
Subject: [*] SetDateTime 3.0
SetDateTime enables you to maintain synchronized Macintosh clocks on an
AppleTalk network that has an AppleShare or AFP conformant file server on
it. It is intended to be used in a public lab environment, where users
often mess around with the date and time settings of the Macintosh clock.
SetDateTime can run on the users' Macs when they start their Macs if it is
made a startup application. On Macs running System 7, you can drop it in
the Startup Items folder inside the System Folder.
SetDateTime does a Guest login (or optionally a name and password login) to
the file server, gets the server's date and time, and sets the Mac's clock
to it.
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/atlk/set-date-time-30.hqx; 39K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:35:20 -0700
From: (John V. Holder)[email protected]
Subject: [*] SideMinder! (1.1)
SideMinder! is a challenging game played against the computer. Your
mission is to place 3D game pieces on the board, matching as many sides as
you can. The more sides you match, the higher the score! Many different
options are available, such as various playing boards, tournament mode,
rotating pieces, number of colors (or patterns for B&W), and level of
difficulty! Try it, you won't be disappointed! I take no responsibility
for time or sleep lost due to the habit forming effects of this game!
System Requirements.
Min. System...: 6.0.5 on up
Min. Hardware.: Mac Plus or better (Works great on PowerMacs!)
Shareware.....: $10
Author........: John V. Holder
email address.: [email protected]
Home Page.....: http://www.northcoast.com/~jvholder/
[Archived as /info-mac/game/brd/side-minder-11.hqx; 117K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:49 -0700
From: (JEFF R Ellis)[email protected]
Subject: [*] sound help
"This program provides help in the area of sound it is $1 shareware. Enjoy!!"
Nathan
[Archived as /info-mac/dev/sound-help-hc.hqx; 20K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:35:16 -0700
From: [email protected]
Subject: [*] SoundMachine 2.6.2
SoundMachine is a user friendly sound file player for common
audio formats such as m-law (mu-law), AIFF and WAVE. It supports
a simple interface and is well suited to Web browsers or as a
stand-alone application. It has been accelerated for PowerPC and
can be run on the 68K range of Macintoshes (it is a so-called
Fat Binary). However, depending on the sound format being played
the performance of SoundMachine is limited by the speed of the
Macintosh. It is $10 Shareware; the enclosed "Register"
application facilitates easy payment through Kagi Shareware.
System Requirements
SoundMachine requires System 7. The most recent version of
Apple's Sound Manager (part of the System software) is
recommended (currently version 3.2). QuickTime 2.1 or later is
also recommended.
Rod Kennedy [email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/gst/snd/sound-machine-262.hqx; 389K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:33 -0700
From: (Paul M. Sheldon)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Speech OSAX
Possibility thinkers creed runonly applescript needs Mark Alldritt
Script Tools 1.3-1, Speech, scripting addition. Sorry. I thought when I
compiled it, it made inline code in the applescript ap.
I had tested this hypothesis by removing speech from scripting
additions, but only after the osax may have been put in ram to refer to. On
reboot without this in scripting additions folder in extensions folder, I
was in trouble. Thanks to Ray Thompson, a friend here for reporting the
failure and Mark Alldritt, of course, for making the osax.
[Archived as /info-mac/cfg/speech-as.hqx; 6K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:29:00 -0700
From: (Harley Bradley)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Spookhouse
Welcome to the game that made MagicHat Shareware number 1 on the aol
download list. This game is packed with frightening graphics, animation,
and blood curdling sounds. The object is to find your way out of a haunted
mansion.
WARNING THIS GAME IS VERY FRIGHTENING TO SMALL CHILDREN.!!!!
[Archived as /info-mac/game/spook-house.hqx; 2209K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:35:01 -0700
From: (Chris Bryant)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Startup screen
Hello!
included in this message is the first of many macintosh startupscreens for
system 7.5 or which ever you choose to use it. To install the startup
screen just rename the document startupscreen and drop it in the system
folder. ( I think you know that though.) Peace to you all.
[Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/welcome-to-mac-startup.hqx; 1167K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:34 -0700
From: (Jeff Click)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Stereo "Seagull Beep" 8-bit/44kHz
Enjoy the serenity of an ocean setting with the new "Seagull Beep" from
Clixsounds! The beep begins with the distant sound of seagulls that fly
nearer, as a subtle background of sea waves and ocean mist can be heard
in the background, fading nicely in conclusion.
The Seagull Beep is approximately 2.3 seconds and is in 8-bit/22kHz
format. The 16-bit/44.1kHz version is available for download at the
Clixsounds WWW site at:
,
along with hundreds of other original freeware sound files. Instructions
are included for proper installation.
Clixsounds can be reached at:
Internet: [email protected]
America Online: CLIXSOUNDS
WWW: http://www.edmondsun.com/clix/
CLIXSOUNDS
Unique Digital Audio Creations
Download free original sound files at:
Internet: [email protected]
America Online: CLIXSOUNDS
(AOL USERS: The CLIXSOUNDS AOL Forum Is Coming Soon!)
[Archived as /info-mac/art/snd/seagull-8-bit.hqx; 232K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:32:10 -0700
From: (Dan Frakes)[email protected]
Subject: [*] The InformInit 1.0
Announcing the release of The InformInit 1.0! The indispensible guide to
what's dispensible on your Mac and the most comprehensive guide to extensions
and control panels ANYWHERE!
Since November, 1995, I have maintained the PowerMac Pruning Page on the Web.
This site has been the best guide around for information on extensions and
control panels -- it was mentioned in the June, '96 issue of MacWorld under
the title "When Software Dreams Come True." Over the past month and a half,
over 24,000 (!) people have visited the site at its new home on the Ambrosia
Cafe. The most common request has been for a searchable, standalone document
or application which could be downloaded and used at any time. The result is
The InformInit, a shareware application in DocMaker format. Here you can find
almost every init Apple has ever produced, with information on what they do,
who needs them, version numbers, RAM consumption, tips and tricks, and URLs
for further information on confusing items. Use the guide to satisfy your
curiosity about unidentified files, or to help you cut down on all the
spurious extensions that you don't really need. There's even an ever-growing
section on non-Apple inits. Also included in The InformInit is a summary of
Apple information on System 7.5.3, such as which computers need which of the
various updates (7.5 update 2.0, Revision 2), how to best install the
updates, and what changes have been made in each update. Finally, if you have
one of the newer PCI-based PowerMacs, there's even a guide to each file and
whether or not you should have it installed.
For more information, including on-line updates, visit the Pruning Page:
I give permission for my program to be included on the Info-Mac CD-ROM.
Dan Frakes
[email protected]
[Archived as /info-mac/info/sft/inform-init-10.hqx; 177K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:28 -0700
From: (Harley Bradley)[email protected]
Subject: [*] TinyTown
TinyTown is a game for kids. It's absolutely jam-packed with sounds kids
love. The local kids in town will talk to your kids and share their toys with
them. There are lots of games to sharpen kids minds as well as their mouse
skills. It includes a dollhouse with arrangable furniture and people, toy
trains, radio controled boats, a fruit matching game, and even a
skeebowling game like the ones in the arcades. This is bound to be your
kids favorite for a long time. Just one of many of MagicHat's proud
achievements. Yes, it's a long download, but well worth the time. It's
honorware which means the shareware fee is up to you with no annoying
shareware messages.
[Archived as /info-mac/edu/yng/tiny-town.hqx; 2750K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:35:12 -0700
From: (Ernesto Corvi)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Un*x Amiga Emulator v0.6.0 (aka UAE 0.6.0)
An Amiga computer system emulator for your Macintosh.
Check the included ReadMe files for new features.
ROM image NOT included.
06/26/96
Ernesto Corvi.
[Archived as /info-mac/app/unix-amiga-emulator-060.hqx; 476K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:31 -0700
From: (Steven Bytnar)[email protected]
Subject: [*] UnderControl 0.4.1
This is the latest public release of UnderControl.
It allows file server operators to send messages, set the login message, and
set the maximum CPU usage the file server will use.
It will 'expire' on August 1, 1996. Watch for a newer version to be uploaded
before then.
--Steven Bytnar (mailto:[email protected])
[Archived as /info-mac/comm/atlk/under-control-041-as.hqx; 112K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:33:01 -0700
From: (Yuuki Hashimoto)[email protected]
Subject: [*] Woden 1.3 PPC
Woden is a cool arcade shareware SHOOTING game. As the pilot of the space
ship 'Woden', you have to destroy enemy ships, avoid collissions and face
other big and hard dangers to clear the stages. There are all together 5
Stages.
Woden was written for the Power Mac. It requires an PowerPC601 or better
CPU and 6 megabytes of RAM.
Version 1.3---The latest version
BGM is added.
[Archived as /info-mac/game/arc/woden-ppc-13.hqx; 2581K]
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:34:03 -0700
From: (Matthias Kahlert)[email protected]
Subject: [*] XTernal Collection 1.0
This file contains a collection of some new XCMDs and XFCNs for HyperCard. They
deal with strings, windows, files, etc. Most of them are accelarated for the
PowerPC processor (needs HyperCard 2.3 or newer), and many of the source codes
are also included.
Matthias Kahlert, [email protected]
Homepage: http://rfhs0002.fh.uni-regensburg.de/~s ... ard_e.html
[Archived as /info-mac/dev/card/xternal-collection-10.hqx; 125K]
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 19:01:52 +0100
From: [email protected] (John Latimer)
Subject: [A] Where is a thing like that Windows 95 bar?
Kurt Ramsauer wrote:
> I am looking for something like the windows 95 bar at the base of
> the screen. I just need to be able to "file away" windows onto the bar and
> then with a click they would be back.
Much more useful than WindowShade is ApplWindows. This outstanding Control
Panel allows you to cycle through all open applications and all their
windows - it means that you can keep _all_ your windows open to the full
size of the monitor without having to go to the Application menu -
especially good for small monitors and PowerBooks. If you do go to the
Application menu, then all open windows of every application are available
with one mouse click. You can even set the edge of the whole monitor as a
virtual Application menu to save the "long journey" up to the top right
hand corner.
ApplWindows is freeware and has to be about the best utility for the Mac.
Works fine with 7.5.3.
[Archived as /info-mac/gui/appl-window-202.hqx; 49k]
John Latimer
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Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 16:26:22 -0700
From: [email protected] (Brian Smith)
Subject: Best 28.8kbps Modem?
I have been watching various opinions fly by the past few digests regarding
28.8kbps modems. I have just purchased a new PowerComputing PowerCenter
120, and would like to upgrade my modem.
Right now, I am torn between upgrading to a Global Village TelePort
Platinum and a US Robotics 28.8 Sportster. I am leaning towards the Global
Village unit, for its strong software, but I remember problems I have had
in the past with link stability with a TelePort Gold II. I have heard good
things about the stability of USR modems on lines of various quality, but
know nothing of the SW that accompanies the modem...Both of them are
supposedly Flash-ROM upgradeable, but only the USR unit has an upgrade to
33.2kbps.
Anyone have any information/opinions that they would like to share? Please
send them directly to me at [email protected].
Thanks in advance!
Brian Smith
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Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 08:10:43 EDT
From: "Jan Toonen"
Subject: Speedup Localtalk / Appletalk
Hello,
The little localtalk / appletalk network I run, is in general fast enough
where we need it for, mainly printer sharing with occasional file sharing
of little data files. However, I recently got tcp/ip running over this
localtalk line and I have noticed that my thru-put is low. Less then 1K
bytes per second. Even though I realize that there is overhead 1/20th
of the theoretical max seems very low.
I remember once seeing some compression sw for appletalk / localtalk.
(something with queen, I believe |?)
The questions is can anybody help me to the name of such a utility.
Are there other suggestions other then the obvious go to ethertalk,
to speed up my setup? I prefere SW solutions since they are in general
cheaper to set up.
Thanks
Jan Toonen
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