Parallels with OS 10.5

If you're using Parallels for your Windows VM, ensure you're on the latest version and patch of Parallels. See this support article.

The Threatened Monopolist

ComputerWorld article on Microsoft throwing its WSUS customers under the bus.

What happened to Configuration Management, ITIL-compatible processes, and so on? Give me Mac on the desktop and Linux on the server...

AdiumX for chat/IM

I've been using the consolidated chat/IM client AdiumX for two months now and am incredibly happy with it. Tabbed chat windows, works with Google, MSN, and Yahoo, and so on.

Tidbit. AdiumX does not automatically show you as Away if you're away from your Mac for an extended period of time. You may change this in Preferences.

Price of Leopard

Apple quotes the new OS at $129, but Amazon.com quotes the new OS at $109. You might shop around if you don't immediately need the new OS.

Getting ready for the leap to Leopard

ComputerWorld article...