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DOWNLOAD DISPATCH (PC Edition) from CNET Download.com http://www.download.com/?dd.dl.p.0817.01 August 17, 1999 Vol. 4, No. 33 _________________________________________________________________________
What do back-to-school fashion and instant messaging have to do with one another?
Not much, but as kids across the States flock back to the classroom decked out in new fall duds (and what's with this whole "vest" thing, anyway--will cummerbunds be next?), so returns the big kid on the IM block sporting a host of new features.
Introducing a new ICQ:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-002,00.html
Now, this is no double-decimal-point update; version 99b beta packs in a couple new features and other smart improvements that stand to give ICQ a permanent seat at the head of the instant messaging class.
And one more thing: don't miss all the back-to-school resources in this week's dispatch. We promise: no vests.
Jim Stanley Senior producer, CNET Download.com
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CONTENTS
1. This Week's Top 10 Downloads 2. CNET Exclusives -Babylon Translators -Stella 2000 3. The Week in Wares: The Latest and Greatest Software Releases -Pick of the Week: ICQ 99b beta -Utilities: Must-Have Updates -Multimedia & Design: Macromedia Flash 4.0 -Business: EQuip Microsoft Office 2000 -Home & Personal: Journals and Diaries Collection 4. Updates 5. The Week in Reviews -Feature: 23 Essential Back-to-School Downloads -Special Report: CNET's Back-to-School Buying Guide -Feature: Net Auction Nightmares -First Look: Microsoft FrontPage 2000 -Power Downloader: Summer Movie Madness 6. Gamecenter's GamerX: Multiplayer Games 7. The Emailbag 8. Going Mobile: Downloads for Your Handheld -Windows CE: Back to School Organizers -PalmPilot: Palm Multimedia Downloads 9. CNET Builder.com Live! 10. How to Subscribe/Unsubscribe to Our Newsletter _________________________________________________________________________
1. This Week's Top 10 Downloads
1. ICQ (32-bit) 748,752 downloads 2. Webshots Desktop 157,547 downloads 3. Winamp 135,731 downloads 4. WinZip (32-bit) 115,916 downloads 5. Netzip Classic 72,607 downloads 6. Sonique 69,556 downloads 7. GameMapr 56,582 downloads 8. ICQ (32-bit, without MFC DLLs) 43,571 downloads 9. GoZilla Free 36,442 downloads 10. Windows 98 System Update 33,303 downloads
For more details on CNET Download.com's most popular files, click here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-005,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
2. CNET Exclusives:
The Web may be mostly written in the English language, but that doesn't mean surfers who are not fluent in English can't get good use out of the bulk of the Web. Equipped with the right BABYLON TRANSLATOR, you can find out exactly what words on English-language Web sites mean in a host of different languages:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-006,00.html
Explore the night sky with STELLA 2000, a desktop astronomy suite that sports a full-featured planetarium and sophisticated searching of planets, comets, DSOs, and more than 15,500 stars:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-007,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
3. The Week in Wares: The Latest and Greatest Software Releases
-->PICK OF THE WEEK:
ICQ 99B BETA File size: 5MB License: Freeware Minimum requirements: Windows 95/98/NT
What's the most robust instant messenger out there? ICQ still reigns supreme. The latest version of the ubiquitous instant messenger now packs several new features, including a new ActiveList that lets you create or join ICQ communities based on your interests, improved email-handling with added support for multiple email accounts, and more. In addition, the new "E-ICQ" feature lets you join interest groups and receive related information directly in your Contact List. Improved flower power:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-008,00.html
After the download, head over to our ICQ Topic Center:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-009,00.html
In need of ICQ tips? Find a wealth of 'em in our ICQ Help Center:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-010,00.html
Find all of our latest picks here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-012,00.html
-->IN UTILITIES:
MUST-HAVE UPDATES
Worried about keeping your PC and its files in tip-top shape? Then equip yourself with this collection of upgrades to some of our favorite utilities, both small and large:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-013,00.html
Find all the latest utilities here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-014,00.html
-->MULTIMEDIA & DESIGN:
MACROMEDIA FLASH 4.0 File Size: 10.3MB License: Demo ($269) Minimum Requirements: Windows 95/98/NT 4.0, 24MB RAM
Web designers: the long-awaited update for Macromedia's authoring tool for Flash content is here! In addition to offering the latest vector-based Web graphics and animation tools, Flash 4 now supports streaming MP3 audio, includes new field entry forms for expanded interactivity, and improves export capabilities with a new, one-step Publish command. If the Web is your game, then Flash 4 is the name:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-018,00.html
Find all the latest multimedia & design software here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-019,00.html
-->BUSINESS:
EQUIP MICROSOFT OFFICE 2000
Want to make MS Office 2000 be all it can be? This collection of enhancements includes downloads that will add sounds, macros, troubleshooting tools, customizable alerts, and more to MS Office 2000.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-020,00.html
Find all the latest business software here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-021,00.html
-->HOME & PERSONAL:
JOURNALS AND DIARIES COLLECTION
Writing in a journal is good for your memory as well as good for your soul, and it has never been easier to keep a journal organized, safe, and interesting. Journals and Diary programs can illustrate your memory with multimedia, keep your thoughts private, and easily reference your notes. Here are some of our favorites:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-022,00.html
Find all the latest home & personal software here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-023,00.html
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http://www.download.com/Digdispatch/egghead.html?dd.dl.p.0817.24 _________________________________________________________________________
4. Updates & Drivers: Stay on Top of Bug Fixes and New Features
-->In Internet:
Go Network Express Search 2.0 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-025,00.html
WinRoute Pro 4.0 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-026,00.html
-->In Multimedia & Design:
Microsoft Windows Media Player 6.4 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-027,00.html
Paint Shop Pro 6.0 beta 5 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-028,00.html
-->In Games:
Half-Life Update 1.0.1.0 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-029,00.html
PetWings 1.0 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-030,00.html
-->In PalmPilot:
PocketSat 1.5: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-031,00.html
My Little Buddy 2.58 http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-032,00.html
-->In Windows CE:
TascalWPC (CE handheld, SH-3) 0.32: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-033,00.html
TascalWPC (CE handheld, MIPS) 0.32: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-034,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
5. The Week in Reviews
Feature: 23 Essential Back-to-School Downloads
Oh, rats! Summer's almost over. That means we have to put away the beach balls and get ready for--blech!--school. Don't despair, we can help you make the transition from leisure to lecture. Our downloader's guide is packed with 23 programs that will keep you connected, manage your money, organize your schedule, and more.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-036,00.html
Special Report: CNET's Back-to-School Buying Guide
Summer's drawing to a close, and the fall line of Trapper Keepers is previewing at your neighborhood drugstore. You've stocked up on No. 2 pencils, but what about high-tech school supplies? Let our back-to-school shopping guide help you find the perfect hardware, software, and gadgets for students of any age.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-039,00.html
Then, you can enter the Computer-A-Day sweepstakes to win these hot tech products. The sweepstakes is running from August 11, 1999 through September 12, 1999. That gives you 33 chances to win! Click here now to enter.
http://www.cnet.com/Sweeps/btsindex.html?tag=dd.pc.txt.mrktxt.swp_cad
Feature: Net Auction Nightmares
In desperate need of a rare Beanie Baby? Just surf to the auction site of your choice, and chances are you'll find what you're looking for. But if you start bidding, prepare for the worst: fraud, price fixing, and plain old bad business. We feature five tales of auction terror, then suggest the best ways to avoid bidding breakdown.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-035,00.html
First Look: Microsoft FrontPage 2000
Go ahead and call us Bill's toadies, but we don't think you could pick a smarter WYSIWYG HTML editor than Microsoft FrontPage 2000. It costs a pretty penny, but you get what you pay for: a smart, sophisticated Web design program that blows clunky FrontPage 98 out of the water.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-037,00.html
Power Downloader: Summer Movie Madness
This summer's crop of blockbusters has kept Power Downloader mighty busy. From the black-leather cool of "The Matrix" to the white-knuckle chills of that indie shocker, "The Blair Witch Project," our hero's been in cinematic heaven--so much so, in fact, that he refuses to let the fun end in the theater. This week our caped crusader scouted out screensavers for his favorite summer blockbusters. Do they measure up to the flicks themselves? Read on for the scoop.
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-038,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
6. Gamecenter's GamerX goes multiplayer after school!
Multiplayer games have sure changed throughout the years and the changes have definitely been for the better. For most gamers, "the good old days" meant coming home from school, sitting in front of the Atari 2600, and playing a challenging game of tank battle with the next door neighbor. Now we have the option of playing 3D shooters with our battle-buddies in Japan. To celebrate not doing homework, GamerX has put together a list of multiplayer favorites stretching from Doom to online Tetris clones. So put your books down and get ready for battle!
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-041,00.html
Don't forget to check out Gamecenter's Online Gaming Guide http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-042,00.html
Find all the latest PC games here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-043,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
7. The Emailbag
>Haven't you got any decent screensavers? Most of the ones you advise us >about are either gory, violent, or distasteful. How about a Walt Disney >screensaver? Or a Toys-R-Us screensaver? Or Nature? Or skydiving? Or >skiing? Or seas? Or ships? Hope these suggestions are sufficient to >inspire you.
CNET Download.com responds:
Hi Wendy, with the amount of violence and gore in the world today, we can understand why you might not want constant reminders of the seamy side of life floating around your desktop. But don't give up hope yet! We have quite an extensive screensaver library over here at CNET Download.com, including a variety of "G-rated" screensavers. Check 'em out:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-044,00.html
Check out our entire collection of screensavers: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-045,00.html
Got a question about downloading? Send it on to comments@download.com _________________________________________________________________________
8. Going Mobile: Downloads for Your Handheld
-->In WINDOWS CE:
BACK TO SCHOOL ORGANIZERS
Calling all students! Start off the school year on the right foot with this collection of handy organizational programs. Keep track of school work, phone numbers, ID numbers, and much more:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-046,00.html
Find the latest Windows CE software here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-047,00.html
-->In PALMPILOT:
PALM MULTIMEDIA DOWNLOADS
Is graphics your game? A range of cool tools is available for Palm-equipped multimedia heads. Check out this collection of wares designed for a variety of multimedia functions:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-048,00.html
Find the latest PalmPilot software here: http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-049,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
9. CNET Builder.com Live!
Don't miss the Web-building event of the year: CNET Builder.com Live! December 7-11, 1999 at the New Orleans Marriott. Your entire Web development team will benefit from high-level tips on designing, developing, producing, and maintaining Internet and intranet sites! Check out the CNET Builder.com Live! preliminary schedule at:
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Mention the Priority Code "DNLD" and save $200 when you register at:
http://www.download.com/DD/dl/0,302,0-0817-1-051,00.html _________________________________________________________________________
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