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About Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.3

This update extends RAW image format compatibility to Aperture 3 and iPhoto ‘09 for the following cameras:

• Canon PowerShot SX1 IS
• Olympus E-PL1
• Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2
• Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10
• Samsung NX10
• Sony Alpha DSLR-A390
• Sony Alpha NEX-3
• Sony Alpha NEX-5

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Microsoft Office for Mac 2011 will be available in more than 100 countries around the world at the end of October. The suite will come in two editions – Office for Mac Home and Student 2011 and Office for Mac Home and Business 2011. For better alignment across platforms, the Office 2011 pricing and edition options map closer with Office for the Windows operating system. In addition, starting today, if customers purchase Office 2008 for Mac, they will be able to upgrade to Office 2011 when it is available at no additional cost through the Microsoft Office for Mac Technology Guarantee Program.

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Quantum has just upgraded DXi OS to version 1.4

Features:

• Major Performance Enhancements – Quantum DXi OS 1.4 now makes Quantum DXi6500 40% faster than the equivalent EMC/DD 600 series. This release includes new Symantec OST performance enhancements.
• Better Sizing results. Improved dedupe ratios now mean that Quantum DXi6500 is 30% better value than the equivalent EMC/DD 600 series. Quantum DXi6500 is even better value when replication and OST options are included.
• Improved replication options – Quantum DXi has three separate replication modes. File by file, Hidden and Application Aware. Quantum Replication can be encrypted.
• Quantum DXi Advanced Reporting – iLayer for Quantum DXi now comes with Advanced Reporting.
• Quantum DXi now has superior Symantec OST compatibility which provides support for NetBackup 6.5.3 and above, BackupExec 2010 and Direct Tape Creation.

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It has innovative new features that improve the way you view the web. And powerful new tools to help developers enhance and customize the browsing experience altogether.

What’s new:

• Safari Reader: Read online articles in a continuous, clutter-free view.
• Greater HTML5 Support: Safari now offers even more support for HTML5 features.
• Better Performance: An enhanced Nitro Engine lets you browse the web at blazing speeds.
• Bing Search: Safari gives you another search option with built-in Bing search.
• Safari Extensions: Install Safari extensions to customize your browsing experience.

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Now there’s a better, more environmentally friendly way to power your wireless keyboard, Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, or just about anything that requires AA batteries. The Apple Battery Charger kit comes with a sleek, compact charger and six high-performance AA NiMH batteries that are ready to use right out of the box. The reusable batteries are exceptional at holding a charge and last for up to 10 years. Which means you can finally break the cycle of buying and disposing of those single-use alkaline batteries.

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