Friday, June 18, 2010

Mac OS X 10.6.4 includes 'secret' malware protection update

From my bookmarks:

Apple has very quietly improved malware protection with Tuesday's Mac OS X 10.6.4 update, says a senior technology consultant at security firm Sophos. Examining an updated XProtect.plist file, the consultant notes that the code detects "HellRTS," a Trojan threat also known as OSX/Pinhead-B. The malware masquerades as a copy of iPhoto, and can potentially be used to force a Mac to send spam, take ...
And this:
Freddie Mac today announced that servicers may grant forbearances on a case-by-case basis to borrowers with Freddie Mac-owned mortgages secured by single family homes that contain problem drywall. Â Freddie Mac is one of the nation's largest investors in residential mortgages.
As well as:
Filed under: Downloads , Mac The folks at Valve decided to take an E3 2010 break this week from releasing new Mac games for its Steam PC game download service. However that will change next week as Valve updates us that the Mac version of their multiplayer shooter Counter-Strike: Source will be released by then. The Source Engine port of the hugely successful team-based game is of course a ... original. Homepage of shoks5smoney

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Business Software Alliance spent $380K lobbying

Catch of the day:

The Business Software Alliance spent $380,000 on lobbying in the first quarter, $80,000 less than in the same period last year, as it advocated on issues such as copyright protections and computer security policies.
And this:
THE security software market, which rebounded during H2 2009, is now set to grow by a robust 21 per cent in all of 2010 over 2009 across the Asia-Pacific region outside of Japan (APEJ). original. iiq1kzup

Programming to Benefit New Designers During ASID at NeoCon

Todays top site:

The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) at NeoCon is offering insight and programs for new interior designers and students trying to get ahead in a down economy.
And this:
Public access cable TV programming for the week of June 14, 2010. original. gorick7

Mac Geek Gab Podcast: MGG 267: Migrating With Snow Leopard, Q%26ampA, and Tips!

From my bookmarks:

With WWDC out of the way, your two favorite Mac geeks come together to answer your questions and solve your problems. Additionally, Dave shares some first-hand experience with upgrading and migrating Snow Leopard-based Macs, and how things are different now. Snow Leopard - Macintosh - Apple - Apple Worldwide Developers Conference - Operating Systems
And this:
# downloads Looking to beef up your Mac with a few great—and free—apps that cover a whole lot of your productivity and computing needs? Our annual Lifehacker Pack for Mac rounds up the best free downloads for OS X. More »
As well as:
The cost of fixing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the mortgage companies that last year bought or guaranteed three-quarters of all U.S. home loans, will be at least $160 billion and could grow to as much as $1 trillion after the biggest bailout in American history. original. zupveedogs Choices

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Running to Something New

Here in my hotel at the conference. Just me and the gang. Digging through my pockets looking for some loose change - come on lets hit the jackpot. Considering grabbing some drinks for the evening chill.

Todays video

Watch this:
Automobile fascination paired with spectacular race car design - that is the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3. The racing version of the SLS AMG has been conceived as a customer sport vehicle for participation in race series based on FIA GT3 regulations. Meticulous lightweight construction and optimized chassis, brakes and aerodynamics deliver uncompromising dynamics. The extra special SLS AMG will make its race track debut in 2011. The clean design and breathtaking form of the SLS AMG have been effectively accentuated by targeted modifications to the bodyshell. The new components, made largely from lightweight carbon fiber offer a clear indication of extraordinary race track performance and extensive aerodynamic development work.Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 walkaround

Friday, June 4, 2010

Are You With Me

Here in my hotel at the conference. Me, Rufus, Cari and our lonesomes all together as usual. Pretending that Im some cool world leader with all of the possibilities of a true dictator playing out before me. How many birds in the hand are worth one in the bush?