Subject: Info-Mac Digest V16 #147 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="Info-Mac-Digest" --Info-Mac-Digest Info-Mac Digest Fri, 31 Jul 98 Volume 16 : Issue 147 Today's Topics: [*] Creatix Alphabet Collection Vol.1 - royalty-free 3D alphabet [*] EMW [*] EMW [*] EMW [*] GIFConverter 2.4.3 [*] Graphing Calculator 2.0 Demo [*] Griff's Icon Set 13.sit [*] Invoice Builder [*] Invoice Builder [*] MacCDDBv0.8.6 [*] MakePerlDroplet 1.0 [*] Net-Print 8.0.8 [*] NetChronometer 1.1.1 [*] OmTatSat StartupScreen [*] people book 1.0.1 address manager [*] PurpleMoon StartupScreen [*] RecCheckv111.sit [*] Respond! - preemptive multitasking [*] toidy icon The Info-Mac Network is a volunteer organization that publishes the Info-Mac Digest and operates the Info-Mac Archive, a large network of FTP sites containing gigabytes of freely distributable Macintosh software. For more information, visit the Info-Mac Web site at . 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Or, click . * A full list of Info-Mac mirror sites is available at the URL below: * Search the archive at . Info-Mac volunteers include Gordon Watts, Adam C. Engst, Demitri Muna, Mike O'Bryan, Michael Bean, and Liam Breck. The Info-Mac Digest is sponsored in part by StarNine Technologies, developers of Internet server software for the Macintosh, including Web and email publishing systems. We'd also like to thank AOL for the main Info-Mac machine. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- --Info-Mac-Digest Content-Type: multipart/digest; boundary="----------------------------" Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="Info-Mac Digest V16 #147" ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:27 -0700 From: creatixcollections@usa.net Subject: [*] Creatix Alphabet Collection Vol.1 - royalty-free 3D alphabet Creatix Alphabet Collection Vol.1 Creatix Alphabet Collection are a royalty-free 3D alphabets by Global Language. You can use this Alphabets in a web page or to create multimedia titles, this collection is also a superb aid for any advertising or presentation material. The Creatix Collections are captivating images of photos, textures, symbols, alphabets characters. If you use the collection in a web page, send us an email with the URL and a brief description of the page. Then I'll be able to provide a link to your page from our Creative Site and our visitors will be your visitors too. This is the Creative Site address: http://qnet.conecta.it/wum/global/creatix/creative Email: creatixcollections@usa.net Creatix Collections Home Page: http://qnet.conecta.it/wum/global/creatix Distribution Info These images can be freely distributed, either online or on CD-ROM without restrictions, provided that the original package is included. ------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks and have a great day! Gabriele Gobbo [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/alpha-1.hqx; 1004K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:33 -0700 From: ChazPat@aol.com Subject: [*] EMW EMW 640SP.sit.hqx EMW 832SP.sit.hqx EMW 1024SP.sit.hqx These files are 4 image Sample Packs of desktop pictures with each file being a different resolution. These Sample Packs are free and include a registration program for purchasing the complete 20 image collection (16 additional photos). I may be contacted at: toradesign@kagi. Thanks, chaz [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/emw-832.hqx; 683K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:29 -0700 From: ChazPat@aol.com Subject: [*] EMW EMW 640SP.sit.hqx EMW 832SP.sit.hqx EMW 1024SP.sit.hqx These files are 4 image Sample Packs of desktop pictures with each file being a different resolution. These Sample Packs are free and include a registration program for purchasing the complete 20 image collection (16 additional photos). I may be contacted at: toradesign@kagi. Thanks, chaz [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/emw-1024.hqx; 923K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:30 -0700 From: ChazPat@aol.com Subject: [*] EMW EMW 640SP.sit.hqx EMW 832SP.sit.hqx EMW 1024SP.sit.hqx These files are 4 image Sample Packs of desktop pictures with each file being a different resolution. These Sample Packs are free and include a registration program for purchasing the complete 20 image collection (16 additional photos). I may be contacted at: toradesign@kagi. Thanks, chaz [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/emw-640.hqx; 466K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:34 -0700 From: kam@kamit.com Subject: [*] GIFConverter 2.4.3 GIFConverter is shareware, $30. It opens, saves, views, and modifies many formats, including GIF, TIFF, JPEG, PNG, PICT and a few more. GIFConverter also supports AppleScript. It is scriptable and recordable. It comes with some sample conversion scripts. For more information, see the web site at http://www.kamit.com/gifconverter/ Release notes for 2.4.3: 2.4.3 (5/25/98) * Fixed a bug that could cause crashes when Remove Unused Colors was turned on. * Fixed a bug with the Enhance command calculating wrong histograms. * "Look inside" settings are now sticky for the remainder of a run. * GIFConverter makes every attempt to identify a file opened via an AppleEvent or being dropped on the GIFConverter icon. * The Help menu now offers ways to look for new versions or file bug reports via the WWW. [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/gif-converter-243.hqx; 1764K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:46 -0700 From: avitzur@pacifict.com Subject: [*] Graphing Calculator 2.0 Demo Graphing Calculator is a tool for quickly visualizing math. You type an equation and it is drawn for you without complicated dialogs or commands. This is a demo of version 2.0 of the Graphing Calculator Apple ships in the Apple menu. Version 2.0 supports multiple equations, implicitly and parametrically defined curves and surfaces, contour, density, and vector field plots, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates, far superior 3D rendering, and in general a much wider class of equations which can be visualized. Full details are at . [Archived as /info-mac/sci/calc/graphing-calc-2-demo.hqx; 420K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:47 -0700 From: griff@snet.net Subject: [*] Griff's Icon Set 13.sit Griff's Icons Set 13 System Requirements: Any Mac Size : 62.4 KB These 26 icons are for your enjoyment and use. These icons are shareware ($10.00) and can be included on any CD as long as the read me file is included and you send me notification of its being included! If you have any questions direct them to: griff@snet.net [Archived as /info-mac/gui/icon/griffs-icon-set-13.hqx; 38K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:40 -0700 From: hammer1@mindspring.com Subject: [*] Invoice Builder Description for Invoice Builder PPC: Invoice Builder is used to track time and billing information for multiple clients. In addition to many other useful features, invoices can be automatically generated and printed for each client using Microsoft Word. System 7 or higher is required. This version is for all computers with a PowerPC processor. Description for Invoice Builder 68k: Invoice Builder is used to track time and billing information for multiple clients. In addition to many other useful features, invoices can be automatically generated and printed for each client using Microsoft Word. System 7 or higher is required. This version is for all computers with a 680x0 processor (68020, 68030, 68040). [Archived as /info-mac/app/bus/invoice-builder-10-ppc.hqx; 548K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:39 -0700 From: hammer1@mindspring.com Subject: [*] Invoice Builder Description for Invoice Builder PPC: Invoice Builder is used to track time and billing information for multiple clients. In addition to many other useful features, invoices can be automatically generated and printed for each client using Microsoft Word. System 7 or higher is required. This version is for all computers with a PowerPC processor. Description for Invoice Builder 68k: Invoice Builder is used to track time and billing information for multiple clients. In addition to many other useful features, invoices can be automatically generated and printed for each client using Microsoft Word. System 7 or higher is required. This version is for all computers with a 680x0 processor (68020, 68030, 68040). [Archived as /info-mac/app/bus/invoice-builder-10-68k.hqx; 464K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:49 -0700 From: tyen@earthling.net Subject: [*] MacCDDBv0.8.6 MacCDDB is a program that checks an internet server for the tracknames of the audio CD currently in the computer. The tracknames are saved in a file, where the Apple CD Audio Player can read them. This saves you from having to type them in yourself :) Requirements: o System 7 or later o OpenTransport o CD-ROM drive Version 0.8.5 should: o Now work on non-localised systems o Now work in the background yen --- tyen@earthling.net http://tyen.home.ml.org/ [Archived as /info-mac/gst/mac-cd-db-086.hqx; 63K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:53 -0700 From: cristol@emory.edu Subject: [*] MakePerlDroplet 1.0 MakePerlDroplet (mpd.hqx) is an AppleScript droplet that directs MacPerl to check the syntax of a Perl script and compile the script as a droplet. If there are syntax errors, they will be displayed in the "MacPerl" window and the script will not be compiled. Freeware; see documentation for limitations and distribution restrictions. MakePerlDroplet and its documentation are available at: Regards, Stephen -- Stephen Cristol | The future is ahead of you. cristol@emory.edu | -Dave Barry [Archived as /info-mac/dev/osa/make-perl-droplet.hqx; 8K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:44 -0700 From: johnmoe@kagi.com Subject: [*] Net-Print 8.0.8 Net-Print lets you print or save selected text(instead of the entire document). It even lets you put several chunks of text onto one page or in one file. It also lets you quickly print labels for Zip Disks. [Archived as /info-mac/text/net-print-808.hqx; 140K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:23 -0700 From: jbkezer@ix.netcom.com Subject: [*] NetChronometer 1.1.1 NetChronometer 1.1.1 is Available! Author's email address: jbkezer@kagi.com You've probably noticed that the clock on your Macintosh drifts as time goes by. NetChronometer will synchronize your Mac's date & time to a highly accurate network time server. You can use NetChronometer manually to synchronize your clock, or set it up to perform periodic updates. NetChronometer requires an Internet connection using either Open Transport or "Classic" Mac TCP/IP. It is Appearance Manager-savvy. Version 1.1.1 has the following changes: - Add work-around to properly set time for 30-minute time zones. - Enhanced timeout period if server connection fails. - Fix periodic check bug that could prevent checks from occuring. - Update time server listing. Shareware; $7 registration fee suggested. It can be downloaded from (http://www.kezer.net/shareware.html). +-----------------------------------------------------------------+ Jeremy's home page: http://www.kezer.net/ Macintosh shareware: http://www.kezer.net/shareware.html +-----------------------------------------------------------------+ [Archived as /info-mac/cfg/netchrono-111.hqx; 665K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:35 -0700 From: mfauve@icx.net Subject: [*] OmTatSat StartupScreen Here is a unique Startup Screen for MacOS made from an original digital painting by Melinda Fawver with a psychedelic theme. 640 x 480 pixels, 16 Bit. Enjoy! [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/omtatsat-startupscreen.hqx; 314K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:42 -0700 From: sagoo@t-online.de Subject: [*] people book 1.0.1 address manager people book is a neat, easy-to-use address manager that has only really necessary features. for those who don't like those feature-packed commercial address managers. and by the way, it's freeware. this is the first revision of people book. has some bugfixes and is a lot smaller in size. read the included history for details. [Archived as /info-mac/app/bus/people-book-101.hqx; 315K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:37 -0700 From: mfauve@icx.net Subject: [*] PurpleMoon StartupScreen Here is a unique Startup Screen for MacOS made from an original digital painting by Melinda Fawver with a planetary theme. 640 x 480 pixels, 16 Bit. Enjoy! [Archived as /info-mac/art/grf/purple-moon-startup-screen.hqx; 345K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:51 -0700 From: tburdick@clarityconnect.com Subject: [*] RecCheckv111.sit RecCheck Version 1.1.1 RecCheck is a developer's utility for working with fixed-length flat ascii text files. It offers the following features: =88 Reporting of record lengths to file, printer, or screen =88 Strips Carrige returns out of a text file =88 Attempts to repair corrupted records and bad record lengths =88 If a character is used to indicate a deleted record, will allow user to attempt the insertion of deletion character in bad records. Shareware, $5 US. READ ALL DOCS PRIOR TO USE. Bug reports may be addressed to either tburdick@clarityconnect.com *OR* trevor@bridgeware-systems.com [Archived as /info-mac/dev/rec-check.hqx; 263K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:24 -0700 From: wolftech@wto.com Subject: [*] Respond! - preemptive multitasking Respond! is a control panel that brings a limited form of preemptive multitasking to the Macintosh right now. And it runs on any Mac, 68k or PowerPC, with System 7.0 or later. No more waiting for MacOS X or Rhapsody. Even in Mac OS 8, if you hold down a menu in the Finder, processes will not continue in the background. With Respond!, you can be holding down a menu (particularly useful with Sticky Menus in Mac OS 8), or clicking in a the zoom or close boxes (or the WindowShade collapse box in Mac OS 8), or dragging a window or the thumb of a scroll bar, and processes will continue in the background. Respond! includes the option to use Live Window drag. When this option is turned on, the full window, not just the outline, will be dragged, and both foreground and background processing will continue, meaning the window itself will be updated as its being dragged around! For example, you can drag around an mp3 player window and watch as it continues playing and updating the time counter while moving. Version 1.0.1 is exactly the same as version 1.0, but it does not incorrectly report your registration period being over when it is first installed. If you are already using version 1.0, there is no reason for you to download 1.0.1. This version replaces 1.0 in the cfg folder of the infomac archives. Wolf Technologies, Inc. mailto:wolftech@wto.com [Archived as /info-mac/cfg/respond.hqx; 142K] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:43:26 -0700 From: jxj24@po.cwru.edu Subject: [*] toidy icon Tired of the regular (boring) trash can? Enclosed are the ResEdit resources to switch back and forth between it and a somewhat more interesting replacement. This archive contains two files, "trash!" and "toidy!" Simply copy the icon resources into the Appearance Extension, and the string resources into the Finder. All the usual warnings about ResEdit apply. Perhaps I'll actually write a patch application later on... These are free, because who would pay for them? There is more goofy crap like this at: if you care. jon [Archived as /info-mac/cfg/toidy-trash.hqx; 37K] -------------------------------- --Info-Mac-Digest-- End of Info-Mac Digest ******************************