MacMerc.com: AJAX Applications, Part 2
„Two weeks ago we looked at some exciting new AJAX projects you can run from your own server. This week, we’re going to take a look at some other great examples of AJAX in free web services. „
„Two weeks ago we looked at some exciting new AJAX projects you can run from your own server. This week, we’re going to take a look at some other great examples of AJAX in free web services. „
„Most of the high-profile AJAX web applications are commercial and run on corporate servers like Google Maps or Flickr. We’re going to start with some lesser-know solutions that are Open Source, and can be hosted on your own PHP/MySQL enabled server.
Since we’re diving into a new subject, I’m going to take a couple lines in explanation. AJAX or Asynchronous JavaScript and XML is a programming method that allows interactive interfaces in web applications. What? You can now drag-and drop and change options without reloading a webpage.
This week’s picks are great examples of this technology that enhance your web experience and replace some of your desktop applications. „
„The Ultimate Guide to Google Services
Anyone who has ever used the internet probably knows about Google’s web search, but did you know that Google does a lot more? We’ve discussed many Google services on TipMonkies before, but there are some which some of you may not be aware of. Read the full article to get the giant list of Google services and what each does. We’ll try to keep this list up-to-date as Google begins rolling out more services (because you know they will).“ – Doch schon ziemlich vieles…
„Installing Apache2 and SVN on OS X using Fink“
Ich habe gerade eine aktualisierte Version von AdvancedRemoteInfo hochgeladen.
Die Features der neuen Version:
– BIOS Seriennummer (Dell Service-Tag) wird ausgelesen und exportiert
– Internet Explorer Version wird auch bei Batch-Scan exportiert
– Aufruf MMC angepasst
– Diverse Bugfixes
Weiter Infos unter https://masterbootrecord.de/docs/advancedremoteinfo.php
„Growl-enabled Applications
Over 120 fine Mac OS X applications are enabled to work with Growl, including those below.“
„ActiveSync 4.1 is the latest sync software release for Windows Mobile 5.0-based devices.
Microsoft ActiveSync provides a great synchronization experience with Windows-based PCs and Microsoft Outlook right out of the box. ActiveSync acts as the gateway between your Windows-based PC and Windows Mobile-based device, enabling the transfer of Outlook information, Office documents, pictures, music, videos and applications from your desktop to your device. In addition to synchronizing with a desktop PC, ActiveSync can synchronize directly with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 so that you can keep your e-mail, calendar data, notes and contact information updated wirelessly when you’re away from your PC.*
New features include:
– New partnership wizard to help customers more easily setup a sync partnership
– Faster transfer of data files including media
– Ability to sync photos assigned to contacts from Outlook on the desktop“
Laut macnews.net.tc ist es gelungen, WINE unter Mac OS X (x86) zum Laufen zu bringen. Notepad wurde erfolgreich getestet. CrossOver Office ist auch bereits in Entwicklung.
Nähere Informationen gibt es auf französisch bei macbidouille.
Jensen Harris stellt im Office User Interface Blog die neue Standartschriftart der Benutzerobfläche von Windows Vista und Office 12 vor: „Sagoe UI“
Die Entwicklungszeit des Fonts lag bei über zwei Jahren und wurde speziell für Clear Type optimiert.
Hier ein kleines Sample der Schriftart:

Mehr Informationen gibt es direkt im Office User Interface Blog.
Heute nacht ist die Mail vom Beta-Team im Postfach gelandet: Office 12 Pro Client, Office 12 Server und Groove Server Beta 1 sind zum Download verfügbar. Ich würde es natürlich gerne sofort testen, nur leider wollen das wohl gerade ein paar tausend Tester – beta.microsoft.com ist schwer am kämpfen…
Ich denke im Laufe das Tages werd ich’s schon noch schaffen.