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New & Noteworthy: OS 9.2 and OS X Server coming soon; XRouter Aero: WWDC chat; Gracenote open letter; Re Saturday Late-Bre

Mac OS 9.2 and Mac OS X Server coming soon Mac OS 9.2 (code-named Moonlight) is now at final candidate status. There's a chance it might be released next week in time for the WWDC. More noteworthy, Apple's Mac OS X Server update, currently in beta status, will likely be officially announced and/or released at the WWDC.

The XRouter Aero (WSR-5000) allows up to 253 wired or wireless users to share access to the Internet using only one Cable or DSL modem and one ISP while protecting against potential intrusion attempts from outside hackers. It … Read more

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By CNET staff

New & Noteworthy: Apple retail stores profitable by 2002; What's new with FileMaker; Microsoft "ultimatum"; more

Apple retail stores to show profit by 2002 A quote.com article states "Apple Computer projected its new retail business would break even in its second quarter of operations and would turn a 'slight' profit in fiscal 2002."

More on FileMaker Pro 5.5: What's new This FileMaker page describes what's new in the new FileMaker Pro 5.5 update.

Microsoft makes an ultimatum As posted in this zdet.com article: Microsoft is giving its corporate volume buyers this choice: Get "current" by October 1 or pay full price the next time you need … Read more

New & Noteworthy: REALbasic; iBook commercials; Gracenote and Roxio on Slashdot

REALbasic 3.2 is out. This free update improves compatibility with Mac OS X.

iBook TV commercials Check out these two iBook commercials in QuickTime; Universe and Middle Seat.

Gracenote and Roxio Slashdotted Slashdot has a blistering caldron of discontented users crying foul over Gracenote's lawsuit against Roxio. Also see our previous coverage. (Thanks, Jennifer Scott.)

New & Noteworthy: QuickTime server; Time for an iBook?; GoBar 2.5.1 for PalmOS

QuickTime Streaming Server 3 Preview has reappeared, after disappearing briefly yesterday.

iBook (Dual USB): Not your average Barbie Doll accessory Time magazine takes a look at the new iBook design, and likes what it sees. A quote we agree with: "Jobs is pushing this as the best portable choice for education, but it looks suspiciously like the laptop for the rest of us too."

Aladdin GoBar 2.5.1 puts your desktop on your Palm. This new version for the PalmOS adds Drag and Drop support, quick access to color, a new Tools tab, recharging indicator, and improved … Read more

New & Noteworthy: QuickTime server; Final Cut tutorials; Mouse inventor profiled; AT&T breakup 2.0; more

QuickTime Streaming Server 3 Preview is out. New features make streaming better, configuration is accomplished via a web-based interface, Mac OS X support, and more.

Update: The release appears to have been pulled. We do not know why.

Final Cut Pro tutorials The Los Angeles Final Cut Pro User Group has a page of FCP tutorials for both new and experienced users.

Profile of Douglas Engelbart, mouse inventor An excerpt from this extensive article in the San Francisco Chronicle reads: "Engelbart is an inspiration to the likes of Tim Berners-Lee, father of the World Wide Web. He is hailed … Read more

New & Noteworthy: AppleWorks 6.1; Canon ELPH; Acrobat eBook Reader; Advice on saving Macs in schools

AppleWorks 6.1 update (International English) A reader points out that the AppleWorks 6.1 International English version is available. Magnus Osterlund reports that the updater does not include the Mac OS X version.

New Canon ELPH Canon has released its PowerShot 110 Digital ELPH. The 2.1 megapixel camera can take images up to 1600x1200, includes nine image quality modes,< variable shutter speed, and can also take QuickTime movies. It sells for $599.

Adobe Acrobat eBook Reader 2.1 is available. This release allows the display to rotate on a laptop, some books can be printed or have … Read more

New & Noteworthy: CD-R media prices to rise; The rise of optical mice; more

CD-R media prices expected to rise Prices for blank CD-R media will rise sharply over the next several months, perhaps as much as 300%, according to a recent report by IDC market research, although consumers may be shielded from some of the increase by vendors absorbing at least part of the cost. The reason cited: increased demand.

The Rise Of Optical Mice Forbes.com takes a brief look at optical mice, which are on the rise especially since Apple has made them standard equipment on all their computers.

Reeducating School Boards about Macs Charles Haddad of BusinessWeek Online writes that &… Read more

New & Noteworthy: Logitech MouseMan; G4 PowerBook accessories; Mac2Mac; more

Logitech cordless optical mouse ships Logitech has announced that MouseMan, its cordless optical USB mouse, is now shipping.

G4 PowerBook accessories SmartDisk has released a new line of goodies for the Titanium PowerBook, including an A/C adapter, battery charger, auto and airline charger, and more.

Mac open source project seeks help The Mac2Mac Project creates totally open source software, bound to the GNU-GPL License. All Macintosh developers are invited to participate, and we also need graphics, beta testers and documentation writers. Check out the Mac2Mac Web site for more.

New & Noteworthy: Apple retail store opens this month; Apple back from the brink; FastTrack Schedule; more

Apple retail store opens May 19th Apple has confirmed that it will open the first of what is expected to be a chain of nationwide retail stores in the Tysons Corner Center in McLean Virginia, a suburb of Washington D.C.. See this Washington Post story for details. The New York Times also has coverage of Apple's retail plans.

Steve Jobs is pulling the company back from the brink again Writing in the San Francisco Chronicle, Henry Norr provides an excellent in-depth look at Apple's most recent history. He notes that the company "Has seemingly turned itself … Read more

New & Noteworthy: Apple warranty revision; Microsoft's Mac Business Unit; ScrapIt Pro tutorial; more

Refurbished Apple products warranty revised MacCentral reports that Apple has expanded its warranty protection on refurbished products. Now, refurb products bought from Apple or authorized dealers will be covered by a one year warranty, and are also eligible for AppleCare.

Microsoft Mac Unit Focuses on Profits This Reuters article begins: "Microsoft Corp. has a message for all those who still see the software giant as a rival to Apple Computer. Get over it." Quoting Kevin Browne, general manager of the Mac Business Unit, it says "Compared to Windows it doesn't look big, but as an independent … Read more