Jeff-milw's Favorite Links on software from Diigo

Why OpenOffice.org

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 02:34:07 -0000

OpenOffice.org 2 is the leading open-source office software suite for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, databases and more. It is available in many languages and works on all common computers. It stores all your data in an international open standard format and can also read and write files from other common office software packages. It can be downloaded and used completely free of charge for any purpose.

Tags: openoffice openoffice.org open-source office software

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Why Free Software has poor usability, and how to improve it (Matthew Paul Thomas)

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 13:06:45 -0000

When I wrote the first version of this article six years ago, I called it “Why Free Software usability tends to suck”. The best open source applications and operating systems are more usable now than they were then. But this is largely from slow incremental improvements, and low-level competition between projects and distributors. Major problems with the design process itself remain largely unfixed.

Tags: free software poor usability open_source

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ScreenFlow: Screencast for the Mac with style - Download Squad

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:12:56 -0000

ScreenFlow from Vara Software is, quite frankly, the best screencasting application for the Mac that we have seen to date -- and trust us, we've tried them all. Taking advantage of Core Animation (making this a Leopard only application), Quartz Composer and a custom 64-bit enabled compression system, ScreenFlow can capture DVD playback (see our screencast below for a demo), 3-D game playback and can also simultaneously capture from your screen and your iSight or DV camera -- meaning you can create a screencast that can show you as you speak.

Tags: screenflow screencasting application Mac software

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Mac screencast recording choices (Alex Miller)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:11:25 -0000

I’ve been mulling over doing a screencast so I made a small survey looking for the best choices for Mac screencast apps. This is not a review since I haven’t had time to actually try them all out. But if you’re looking for what’s available and some links to useful reviews, this is a good starting point. Screenflow and Snapz Pro seem to be excellent choices although I had people recommend iShowU and Zing to me as well. I tried iShowU and wasn’t too impressed. I tried Screenflow and thought it was pretty amazing.

Tags: Mac screencast recording choices software

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Jing Project: Visual conversation starts here. Mac or Windows.

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:09:03 -0000

The concept of Jing is the always-ready program that instantly captures and shares images and video…from your computer to anywhere.

It’s something we want to give you, along with some online media hosting, to see how you use it. The project will eventually turn into something else. Tell us what you think so we can figure out what that is.
Try it, you’ll like it. Find out more in the FAQ, or on the weblog .

Tags: jing screencast screencapture software tools

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ScreenFlow

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:07:46 -0000

ScreenFlow is a brand new application for creating amazing screen recordings on your Mac.

Using a unique new screen capture system, powerful enough to capture the contents of your entire desktop at the same time as your video camera, microphone and computer's audio, you'll be creating incredible screencasts in no time.

The finished result is a QuickTime movie, ready for publishing to your website or blog.

Tags: mac screencast ScreenFlow QuickTime movie

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iShowU

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:02:30 -0000

Need to show something to someone? iShowU is your answer! iShowU is designed to record anything on your screen, instantly — both audio, and video!

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a movie is worth a million. Imagine the time you'll save writing Grandma an email about how to magnify her dock when you can just shoot a movie in seconds.

Tags: mac screencast software screencasting capture

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Intego VirusBarrier X5 - antivirus software for iPhone and iPod touch (MacTech)

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:37:25 -0000

Intego, the Macintosh security specialist, today announced the
release of VirusBarrier X5 10.5.3, an update to its acclaimed
antivirus software that Macworld calls “the gold standard”. This new version adds the ability to scan the iPhone and iPod touch for malware. VirusBarrier X5 is the only antivirus software that can eradicate malware from the iPhone and iPod touch.

Tags: Intego mactech iPhone iPodtouch iPod_touch

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Over 50,000 Mac Open Source Projects - MacTech Magazine

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:34:23 -0000

Tags: mactech open_source opensource MacForge MacForge.net

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Health Tracker - a graphing utility to help you track health related measurements, such as blood glucose, weight, or blood pressure

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:48:08 -0000

Health Tracker is a simple yet powerful program which helps you keep track of and graph any health related measurement. For example, if you are diabetic you could track your blood glucose levels. It is available for both the Macintosh and Windows.

Tags: Health_Tracker HealthTracker Macintosh graphing software

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Atomic Mac/PC - Periodic table of the elements for the Macintosh and Windows - Periodic Table Software

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:46:48 -0000

The Atomic Mac/PC is the award winning periodic table of the elements for the Macintosh. In addition to the usual information found in such programs, The Atomic Mac/PC also contains a wealth of nuclear information on each isotope, including half life, decay mode, and daughter products. No other periodic table of the elements has more data than The Atomic Mac/PC!

Tags: periodic periodic_table periodictable chemistry science

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Algebra Vision

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:43:20 -0000

Algebra Vision shows students how to play with algebra. Drag numbers around!

With Algebra Vision, you start off with an expression, and you have a toolbox full of tools (theorems). Each one has a unique purpose that changes your expression. Use them.

Tags: algebra Algebra_Vision software mac macintosh

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RouteBuddy (Macintosh)

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:40:39 -0000

RouteBuddy is a GPS enabled mapping application for OS X. All the essential functions of your GPS device are supported; all you need is a mac, a Garmin GPS, and of course RouteBuddy.

Tags: gps osx software mac routebuddy

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ByeGraph

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:38:11 -0000

ByeGraph is a graph drawing application available for Macintosh OS X, and it is shareware. It enables you to make data and expressions into an effective graph with easier settings.

Tags: byegraph graph drawing application mathematics

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StatPlus:mac (AnalystSoft)

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:35:48 -0000

Perform statistical analysis on a Mac in the familiar environment. Turn Microsoft Excel into a powerful statistical package with StatPlus:mac. Stop wasting time learning new tools and perform complex statistical analysis right away!

Tags: Microsoft Excel statistical_analysis Mac Macintosh

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MathType (Design Science)

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:29:51 -0000

MathType is a powerful interactive tool for Windows and Macintosh that lets you create mathematical notation for word processing, web pages, desktop publishing, presentations, and for TeX, LaTeX, and MathML documents.

Tags: math mathtype interactive notation software

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Audacity: Free Audio Editor and Recorder

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:27:56 -0000

Audacity is free, open source software for recording and editing sounds. It is available for Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, GNU/Linux, and other operating systems. Learn more about Audacity... Also check our Wiki and Forum for more information.

Tags: Audacity free audio software opensource

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Fathom Dynamic Data: Fathom Resource Center - Key Curriculum Press

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:26:27 -0000

Fathom Resource Center including curriculum support, classroom activities and demonstrations, links to data, presentations, and more!

Tags: Fathom mathematics software education technology

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The Geometer's Sketchpad: Resources for Teaching and Learning - Key Curriculum Press

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:24:24 -0000

Online Resource Center - The Sketchpad Resource Center is an extensive website maintained by the Sketchpad development group, containing tools and resources to help you make the most of this versatile software.

It's also home to information about the community of Sketchpad users. You can:
- Download materials for classroom activities and projects
- Find links to sample sketches, reports and presentations, bibliographic materials, and other resources
- Download product updates
- Browse Frequently Asked Questions
- Find out about professional development opportunities
- Download The Geometer's Sketchpad Workshop Guide
- Download sketches, custom tools, and visualizations from the advanced sketch gallery
- Learn more about JavaSketchpad

Tags: Geometer's_Sketchpad mathematics resources professional_development education

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Wired 11.09: PowerPoint Is Evil (Edward Tufte)

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:43:46 -0000

Power Corrupts.
PowerPoint Corrupts Absolutely.

Tags: powerpoint presentations tufte software teaching

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