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Great Moments in Microprocessor History

The microprocessor changed the world: how did we get from the first 4-bit models in the 1970s to today’s 64-bit multicore monsters? This article covers the history of the micro from the vacuum tube to today’s dual-core multithreaded madness.

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Ask PowerPage: Retaining iTunes Ratings After Reformatting

Dear PowerPage, I am preparing to upgrade to a larger PowerBook hard drive that I received as a Christmas gift and need your advice. I have spent a lot of time working on the ID3 tags in my iTunes library so that they are pristine and have all the correct album artwork, genres, years, etc. […]

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Bluetooth Headsets Redefine Themselves

Bluetooth headsets have graduated into an entirely new league. A new generation of the devices feature built-in LCDs so that you can see who’s calling without ever digging around for your phone. Some of the new models coming to market include: Nokia’s HS-13w Bluetooth Picture Headset. According to Josh Rubin: The HS-13w is a new […]

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What's In Your PowerBook Bag?

I really like lists. I hope you do too because here is a big one and there is nothing you can do about it. Ok, I suppose you could just stop reading the site. Never mind about the whole ?nothing you can do about it? part. Anyway, here is a glimpse into my laptop bag. […]

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Is the Shine Coming off the Apple?

The Mac Mind Site Admin Matt Evans comes out of the server room to voice his opinion on Apple’s sometimes questionable ethics in Why I’m Not An Apple Fanboy Apple, while a creative and productive company, is far from ethically perfect. Here are some problems I feel Apple has that keep me from being a […]