Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Mac Geek Gab #40: Over-the-Hill Discussions About Viruses, MacBook Pro Ship Dates, and More!


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In their “over the hill” 40th episode, John and Dave talk about viruses on the Mac, discuss the shipping status of the MacBook Pro, and answer some listener feedback. There are some great rants in here by John and Dave, plus this show sees the return of the Geek Wish List! Don’t miss it!

Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 20th, 2006

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In their “over the hill” 40th episode, John and Dave talk about viruses on the Mac, discuss the shipping status of the MacBook Pro, and answer some listener feedback.

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    Stuff mentioned:

    • iPhoto
    • XBattery
    • Dave’s MacBook Pro saga
    • MacBook Pro Line Upgraded
    • Treo 650
    • Skype
    • X-FilesI want to believe
    • TMO Weekly Roundup – Dave was on the Context Machine this week
    • GarageBand
    • Audio Hijack Pro
    • NH Seacoast MUG
    • Geocaching
    • Mac Malware Concept Hits the Web
    • Symantec
    • Second Mac OS X worm spreads via Bluetooth vulnerability
    • Diggind Deeper into the Leap-A Malware
    • Gmail
    • Newsvine
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