Apple rolled out Security Update 2008-005 this week that contained an important security update for the DNS service.
Now security experts say that Apple did not fix the issue in its entirerty leaving OS X users at risk.
Apparently port randomization is not built-in to help prevent cache poisoning attacks.
Security analyst Dan Kaminsky found the DNS issue that is affecting all platforms. Most vendors already fixed it, but Apple was slow with coming up with a fix. They will be under more critizm if the patch is not complete.
More details on CRN and The Register.

From http://www.i4u.com

The 49.3MB update addresses compatibility, stability and ‘a number of’ minor issues.

Apple has released version 2.1.1 of Aperture with MobileMe compatibility and a number of fixes.
“This update supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues,” the company said. “For more information, see Late-Breaking News in the Aperture Help menu.”
The Late-Breaking News document reports, “The Aperture 2.1.1 update provides compatibility with MobileMe and addresses issues
related to performance and overall stability of Aperture 2.”
Fixes affect several new features, the document continues, including:
• Auto-stacking
• Preview generation
• Adding keywords
• Comparing images
• Importing and exporting projects
• Crop HUD
• Histogram
• Highlights & Shadows controls
• Dodge & Burn plug-in
• Lift & Stamp HUD
• Exporting versions
• Slideshows
• Adjustments pane and Adjustments HUD
• Printing
• Book themes
• Help menu
The 49.3MB update is available via Software Update or directly from Apple.

From http://www.imaging-resource.com

The 49.3MB update addresses compatibility, stability and ‘a number of’ minor issues.

Apple has released version 2.1.1 of Aperture with MobileMe compatibility and a number of fixes.
“This update supports general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues,” the company said. “For more information, see Late-Breaking News in the Aperture Help menu.”
The Late-Breaking News document reports, “The Aperture 2.1.1 update provides compatibility with MobileMe and addresses issues
related to performance and overall stability of Aperture 2.”
Fixes affect several new features, the document continues, including:
• Auto-stacking
• Preview generation
• Adding keywords
• Comparing images
• Importing and exporting projects
• Crop HUD
• Histogram
• Highlights & Shadows controls
• Dodge & Burn plug-in
• Lift & Stamp HUD
• Exporting versions
• Slideshows
• Adjustments pane and Adjustments HUD
• Printing
• Book themes
• Help menu
The 49.3MB update is available via Software Update or directly from Apple.

From http://www.imaging-resource.com

It’s been almost exactly a year since we heard any chatter over Apple’s adoption of the supposedly rock solid 128-bit ZFS file system, but it appears to be heading into the next version of the company’s OS… at least for servers. According to the promo page for Snow Leopard for OS X servers, the redundant, error correcting, dynamic volume expanding format will be available when the new system drops, though there’s no mention of whether it will make its way onto the standard version of the software. With data handling that’s this tight, our only question is why wouldn’t it make the cut?

 From www.engadget.com

The Apple MacBook 13-inch has captured the hearts of several generations of users frustrated with the complexities of Windows. It’s a campus favorite and a hit among teens and novice users. Now, the MacBook 13-inch has made the transition to Intel’s latest “Penryn” processor core, which has boosted speeds and battery life across every laptop we’ve seen it on. Thanks to this upgrade, Apple’s impeccable customer support network, and the MacBook’s overall sex appeal, we expect sales of the new incarnation—the Apple MacBook 13-inch (Penryn), priced at $1,299 direct—to thrive for now. But other laptops are offering more features and cool designs for less money. Apple needs to work on a makeover, as well as improving the feature set and price, in order to keep the 13-inch MacBooks flying off the shelves.

For more information visit www.pcmag.com

This application features all of the screens used in the OS X System Preferences application. Selecting the appropriate item, you will access Leopard-Style pages - from where you will be able to configure your windows preferences.

Because of the actual Mac application is designed to configure the system, this emulation does NOT attempt to take over your Control Panel. It is simply OS X style gateway to your normal Control Panel options.

While every attempts have been made to give the user a faithful Leopard Experience, there are also individual page differences because OS X makes customizing possible from within the interface - where as this version does not. Leopard also dynamically re-sizes each option page while in this version, each page has been kept to the same size.

Please note where there is no equivalent Windows App in Control Panel, the option to “Configure” has been greyed out. This application has been tested in Windows Xp only.

There are two versions here, full version and lite version. The lite version removes the additional screens and give you a single page - working in a way similar to Tiger System Preferences.

Developer: Mark Raats

Download Full Version

Download Lite Version

From www.osx-e.com

This application features all of the screens used in the OS X System Preferences application. Selecting the appropriate item, you will access Leopard-Style pages - from where you will be able to configure your windows preferences.

Because of the actual Mac application is designed to configure the system, this emulation does NOT attempt to take over your Control Panel. It is simply OS X style gateway to your normal Control Panel options.

While every attempts have been made to give the user a faithful Leopard Experience, there are also individual page differences because OS X makes customizing possible from within the interface - where as this version does not. Leopard also dynamically re-sizes each option page while in this version, each page has been kept to the same size.

Please note where there is no equivalent Windows App in Control Panel, the option to “Configure” has been greyed out. This application has been tested in Windows Xp only.

There are two versions here, full version and lite version. The lite version removes the additional screens and give you a single page - working in a way similar to Tiger System Preferences.

Developer: Mark Raats

Download Full Version

Download Lite Version

From www.osx-e.com

Like ArsTechnica points out, there’s a lot you can do with $6800 in an Apple Store, but surely you won’t levitate towards what Europe-based Munk Bogballe has to offer. On the platter for you is a 2.4GHz MacBook with a 160GB drive and 4GB of RAM. The highlight being anodized aluminum surface and the underside, coated in fine “Eurpoean aniline leather.” Pre-loading Microsoft Windows XP (no word on whether it is Pro or Home) and a genuine copy of Microsoft Office Works Suite are supposed to be the other treats involved. If this didn’t crunch the deal then maybe the bit where company is donating an XO laptop to undisclosed “governmentally sponsored education programmes” will lure you. Stop laughing! This is not a joke!

From luxurylaunches.com

Last week Bird Electron’s introduced protective case for your MacBook 13”. This time Focal Point Computer presents a new MacBook Air cover made of a polycarbonate material. Don’t worry, you can still connect stuff to your laptop. It’s available in three beautiful colors: Black, Silver, and Pink and weighs 355g.

From akihabaranews.com

All AirPort Base Stations Now Run Fastest Wireless Standard

CUPERTINO, California—March 17, 2008—Apple® today updated its AirPort Express® mobile base station with 802.11n to deliver up to five times the performance and twice the range of the previous model*. Priced at just $99, AirPort Express is the world’s smallest 802.11n-based mobile base station. It can be plugged directly into the wall for wireless Internet connectivity and USB printing at home or easily brought on the road for wireless freedom wherever there is an Internet connection. AirPort Express features AirTunes™, which works seamlessly with iTunes® to give users a simple and inexpensive way to wirelessly stream iTunes music from a PC or Mac® to any room in the house.

“Apple is leading the way with a broad range of innovative 802.11n base stations for almost any wireless networking need,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “From the small and portable AirPort Express, to AirPort Extreme for workgroups of up to 50 users and the new Time Capsule for automated backups, Apple customers now have more great ways to extend their wireless networks with 802.11n.”

AirPort Express features a single-piece, compact design weighing just 6.7 ounces, providing maximum portability. AirPort Express offers both PC and Mac users the ability to share a single DSL or cable broadband connection with up to 10 simultaneous users. Users can also share a printer wirelessly that is connected to the USB port. Apple’s AirPort Utility software provides easy step-by-step instructions for setting up and configuring AirPort Express; and with its advanced security features, AirPort Express safeguards data on networked computers with support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2), 128-bit WEP encryption and a built-in firewall. Apple now includes 802.11n as standard in its entire line of AirPort base stations and Mac notebooks as well as iMac®, Apple TV® and Time Capsule™.

AirPort Express includes a built-in combination digital and analog audio connector allowing users to connect to a home stereo or powered speakers. iTunes automatically detects remote speakers and displays them in a simple pop-up list for the user to select. Once the remote speakers are selected, AirTunes wirelessly streams iTunes music from the computer to the AirPort Express base station. Multiple AirPort Express base stations can be set up around a home, each connected to a set of powered speakers for a whole-home music experience. AirPort Express can also extend the range of an existing AirPort Extreme® wireless network.

Pricing & Availability
AirPort Express is available immediately through the Apple Store® (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers for a suggested retail price of $99 (US).

*AirPort Express is based on an IEEE 802.11n draft specification. Actual performance will vary based on range, connection rate, site conditions, size of network and other factors.

Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh. Today, Apple continues to lead the industry in innovation with its award-winning computers, OS X operating system and iLife and professional applications. Apple is also spearheading the digital media revolution with its iPod portable music and video players and iTunes online store, and has entered the mobile phone market with its revolutionary iPhone.

Source apple.com