Free simplifies buying process software for mac

ProcessX is a realbasic class that complements the Process class available in MonkeyBreadSoftware plugin.

ProcessX class only works in MacOSX and lists more processes than the Process class, particularly the low level processes.

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.2 or later.

MakeBundle is a small application designed to simplify the process of creating bundled applications, libraries, or plugins from the Metrowerks CodeWarrior programming environment.

Although CodeWarrior has the required support for creating bundles, MakeBundle improves upon the process.So what does MakeBundle do? It converts a single-file application to a bundled application with a simple drag & drop. Not only does this work for applications (.app), but it also works for CFM shared libraries (.cfm) and CFPlugins (.plugin).

The complete list of tasks that MakeBundle performs are as follows:Creates the folder hierarchy for a bundle.Extracts the plst resource into an Info.plist file.Extracts the executable from the datafork to the correct location in the bundle.Creates a PkgInfo file.

Extracts resources into localizable or non-localizable .rsrc files, or alternatively ignores resources that are not useful for bundles.Flattens resources into the datafork of their respective files. Bundles are completely flat and safe for non HFS file systems.Extracts icns icons into individual .icns files.

Optionally installs a custom icon onto the bundle folder for non-applications.Uses the plist to recognize the language of the application. This makes creating localized bundles extremely easy.

Here at Aladdin Systems, weve been using MakeBundle to produce bundled versions of our applications in a reliable, consistent manner. It has also made it easier to localize our software for MacOS X. Because this utility has been useful to us, were hoping it may be useful to the developer community. Best of all, its entirely free to use.

Requirements:
Control Strip Module

Install Windows XP / Windows Vista on an Intel-based Mac.

More and more people are buying and loving Macs. To make this choice simply irresistible, Apple will include technology in the next major release of Mac OS X, Leopard, that lets you install and run the Windows XP operating system on your Mac. Called Boot Camp (for now), you can download a public beta today.

As elegant as it gets
Boot Camp lets you install Windows XP without moving your Mac data, though you will need to bring your own copy to the table, as Apple Computer does not sell or support Microsoft Windows.(1) Boot Camp will burn a CD of all the required drivers for Windows so you dont have to scrounge around the Internet looking for them.

Optional alt. At startup, hold down the option key (alt) to choose between Mac OS X and Windows.

Run XP natively
Once you’ve completed Boot Camp, simply hold down the option key at startup to choose between Mac OS X and Windows. (That’s the “alt” key for you longtime Windows users.) After starting up, your Mac runs Windows completely natively. Simply restart to come back to Mac.

The Boot Camp course
Boot Camp Public Beta provides a straightforward means of letting your Mac run Windows. Here’s how it works:

• First, you need to make sure your Intel-based Mac has the latest version of Mac OS X and the latest firmware update. These provide technologies that make Boot Camp possible. It’s also wise to print out the Installation & Setup Guide.
• The Boot Camp burns a CD with the drivers Windows needs to recognize Mac-specific hardware. It is very important to do this before starting the Windows installation.
• The software also helps you set aside hard drive space for the Windows installation, without moving any of your Mac files around. Just drag the intuitive slider to choose the size that’s right for you. Boot Camp also helps you remove the Windows partition, should you so desire.
• Next, insert your Windows installation disc, restart and follow the Windows installation process. The only tricky part is selecting the C: drive manually. Be sure to get this right, or you could erase your Mac files accidentally. Remember, Apple Computer does not sell or support Microsoft Windows.
• After the installation process is complete and your Mac has booted Windows, you’ll need the Macintosh Drivers CD you burned previously. When you insert the CD, it will automatically install the drivers. Follow the instructions in the Installation & Setup Guide for helpful hints.
• Don’t forget to follow best practices for updating and protecting your Windows system (see “Word to the wise” to right).

See Apples Boot Camp Public Beta page for more information.