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82065	2002-09-22 10:37:00	Tweak-XP version 2.0.2 released Tweak-XP, the ultimate Windows XP tweaking program has been released as version 2.0.2. As yet there is no word on the changes in this new version, but if your like me, its always good to get the latest release of a good thing. Tweak-XP version 2.0.2 (www.qwerks.com) CoolMon 0.985 released CoolMon, the program for monitoring vital system stats and almost anything else you wish to display on the desktop, version 0.985 has been released for download with the following chnages: Remove the declaration of LPL_SysUtils in CoolInfo_options.pas (SOURCE). Removed dirty fix for Filedata disappearing shortly (No fix, the problem is back). Added "ByPass Confirm" option. Fixed "-noresmove" bug. Redesigned "Display Items" dialog. Fixed a "Pin To Desktop" bug (however not THE bug). Fixed FileData line position, zero is now the last line. Fixed "Cannot read Option_X" bug. Fixed Link from file error. CoolMon 0.985 (www.arsware.org) Partition Magic version 8.0 released The new instalment in the Partition Magic series, version 8.0 has been released. Partition Magic includes BootMagic™ allowing you to effortlessly switch between multiple operating systems safely and without compatibility problems. You can password protect your boot process as well as change start up options and menu items for all your operating systems. All within a graphical interfacce -- a comfortable and easy-to-use environment. This new version includes a newer streamlined interface. If you have a registered key you can download version 8.0 from the link below. Partition Magic version 8.0 (ftp://ftp.powerquest.com/pub/press/demos/PartitionMagic/8/ENPM800RETAIL.ZIP) 11 card GeForce 4 Ti4200 card roundup Bench-house have posted up an 11 card nVidia GeForce 4 Ti4200 roundup to see which one of the budget kings is the best. Here's a snip from the roundup: Even a passing glance at the hardware websites all over the net would be enough to convince you of the great popularity of GeForce 4 Ti4200 based video card models. For less than 190 euros, you can own a card that is only a few percent slower than the currently fastest Titanium 4600 model. All that is left is to answer the well-known question: “Which one to choose?” Check out the whole roundup here (www.bench-house.com). Sim City 4 Trailer Fileplanet has posted up a Sim City 4 trailer for downloading. This is a QuickTime trailer that reveals some of the new and exciting scenes from the forth chapter in one of the original Sims programs, which has now gone 3D. Sim City 4 Trailer (www.fileplanet.com) IsoBuster version 1.1 released A new version (1.1) of ISOBuster has been released with these changes: Improvement for DVD+R open session (length detection) Improvement for CDRW formatted track (length detection) Improvement for reserved tracks (No File System scanning) UDF (By Direct CD) is now also found in open DVD+R, DVD-R sessions Compensation for UDF conflict against the specifications (Bug by InCD) Compensation for UDF conflict against the specifications (Bug by Padus, files ] [/url] 1 GB) Registration dialog accepts slightly wrong IDs and Serials to make it easier. Added raw data extraction from image files that contain less data (IsoBuster adds EDC/ECC) Improvement for extraction of M2F2 mpg video from none raw image files. Small changes in the UDF engine, getting ready to implement some cool scanning routines IsoBuster lets you explore a CD's File System while by-passing Windows This way you get better Error handling and several retry-mechanisms to aid you in getting the data anyway (or at least partially), more CDs stay 'readable' after problems (such as Buffer Underrun), read and extraction from CD-i, VCD, SVCD, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, DVD, DVCD, mpg (*.dat) Extraction and dat2mpg 'in one', Short File-names (-) Long File-names, recursive directory extracting, and more! IsoBuster version 1.1 (http://www.smart-projects.net/) Zoom Player 2.90 Alpha 3 out Version 2.90 Alpha 3 of Zoom Player has been released for download with these changes: * New FillMask skinning helper function for easily filling skin areas with a mask of another bitmap (useful for backgrounds with transparent buttons). * New DVD Setting (Options -] [/url] DVD -] [/url] DVD Settings) allowing you to set the Closed Caption Background to Transparent (otherwise Opaque). * New Audio Balance (stereo) interface. Using the Alt+Shift+"," and Alt+Shift+"." keys you can move the Audio Balance Left to Right. * New Skinning interface (not implemented on default skin) allowing you to create an Audio Balance Control on the user interface. It works similar to the Play Rate Control and implemented through the BlanaceExData skinning function. * New "TimelineCursor" Skinning Variable allowing you to set the cursor used for timeline seeking. * The Association dialog now shows you which extensions are associated and allows you to remove association. * Separated the Custom Audio Device to Media and DVD so you can decide if it affects one or the other (or neither). * The Next/Previous Chapter buttons now act as Next/Previous Tracks when no chapters are defined. When Chapters are defined they will only change tracks if you are on the last/first chapters. This allows you to cross-chapter media files. * New Overlay Color automated verification system that double checks if DirectShow is returning the correct overlay color used in OSD transparency. This is required due to bugs in such filters as the WinDVD v4 Video Decoder which modifies the overlay color code for some unknown reason. * The vlLeft and vlTop skin parameters have been moved into the VolumeExData function and should no longer be used in future skins. * The rtLeft, rtTop parameters and RateData function has been integrated into a new "RateExData" function for further skinning simplification. * The skinning documentation has moved from the plasticblue to the brownish skin as it is updated to much all the new functions. * Fixed a problem when the Override VMR setting was enabled and you simply wouldn't see any video. * The TransBitmapCopy function was not working properly. * Fixed a bug that could cause crashes on non-english versions of windows. * Fixed a problem that would alter the DVD Background Image aspect ratio. * Using the new DrawExText would cause position covered by the text not to react to mouse clicks. * Open Filter Property Pages should no longer mess up buttons with Hover Graphics. * Fixed possible crashes (multiple divide by zero) with Scene Cut files. Zoom Player to refresh your memory provides special zooming functions to improve TV-Output quality by eliminating overscan. Zoom Player's scaling system allows you to exactly match the video area to your screen's dimensions in real-time with adjustable background colour in order to test for brightness bleeds. You can also fast forwarding (even on MPEG4 type formats such as DivX), 10 Keyboard accessible presets to automatically adjust the video area to pre-defined settings, customizable control bar with graphical time-seek controls, keyboard mapped controls, aspect ratio support for correct playback of anamorphic video and out of aspect-ratio content. Zoom Player 2.90 Alpha (inmatrix.hoyty.com) Roxio Easy CD Creator Platinum update Roxio has released an update for Easy CD Creator Basic and Platinum bringing it up to version 5.3.1 SP4. Version 5.3.1 was released to address a conflict with Windows XP SP1, and the SP4 update addresses bugs found after 5.3.1 was released. This update includes all of the fixes 5.3.1. You can get more info here (support.roxio.com). Roxio Easy CD Creator Platinum update (support.roxio.com) Creative unveils the Cambridge SoundWorks Home Theater In A Box series HiFi.com (www.hifi.com) has posted up details of the new Cambridge Home Theatre In A Box series. The new series consists of a DVD five speakers and a sub-woofer. Here are more details as posted on the HiFi site: Cambridge SoundWorks, a manufacturer and retailer of home theatre, home audio and multimedia products, today introduced its MegaTheatrer™ line, four ready-to-go home theatre packages with DVD player that incorporate high-powered digital hybrid amplifiers and high-performance speakers to deliver true "movie theater" sound quality. The MegaTheatre systems, which range in price from $699.99 to $1,299.99, are similar visually and operationally to other "home-theatre-in-a-box" systems, but the resemblance stops there. A 450-watt B.A.S.H.™ digital hybrid amplifier system and ultra-high-quality speakers from Cambridge SoundWorks' Newton Series™ delivers higher performance. Cambridge Soundworks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology. The cornerstone of the MegaTheatre line is the new, versatile Cambridge SoundWorks' DVD/tuner console, MegaTheater AVS500. Unlike most other all-in-one home theatre consoles, the AVS500 doesn't rely on compact, low-power amplifier modules that limit output and prevent the use of better-quality speakers. Instead, the console delivers signals to a powerful 450-watt B.A.S.H. digital hybrid amplifier located in the system's subwoofer. This allows for a sleek, compact control console without limiting the system's performance. The AVS500 contains functionality for CD, VCD, DVD, CDRW, and MP3 playback, as well as a digital AM/FM stereo tuner. Dolby® Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic® Surround sound modes are featured. The AVS500 features high performance functionality, including progressive scan component video outputs, and proprietary 3:2 pull-down technology that offers superior, crisp flicker free images from high-definition TV sets. Two additional inputs are provided for connection of auxiliary AV sources such as a VCR, Cable Box, or satellite dish. Optical and coaxial digital inputs are provided to feed AC3 bitstream from a Digital Cable box or Satellite receiver through the Dolby Digital surround decoder. The AVS500 has 5.1 preamp level outputs, along with both optical and coaxial digital outputs usable for connection to an outboard processor/receiver or audio recording on DAT or Minidisc. All functions are controlled from the included I.R. remote control. You can check out the pics and get more details from the link at the top of the story. Norton AntiVirus Virus Definitions September 20 2002 Symantec has released a new virus definition pack for the following versions of Norton AntiVirus: - NAV 2000 for Win9x/NT/2000 - NAV 2001 for Win95b/98/NT/2000/Me - NAV 2002 Professional Edition - NAV 2002 for Win98/Me/NT/2000/XP Home/XP Pro - NAV 4.0 for Windows 3.51 - NAV 5.0 and 2000 for Win9x - NAV 5.0 and 2000 for WinNT - NAV for Firewalls 1.5 or higher - NAV for Lotus Notes (Intel) - NAV for MS Exchange (Intel) - Norton SystemWorks (all versions) - Norton Utilities for Windows 95/98 (all versions) - pcAnywhere32 7.5 and higher for WinNT. You can download it from the link below, or if you are still subscribed to LiveUpdate, you can use that service. Norton AntiVirus Virus Definitions (securityresponse.symantec.com) thx monty thy god (www.ozquake.com)	tweak'e (174)
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