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3 Open Source Productivity Tools for Safari

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Apple's open source browser Safari doesn't always get the love it deserves. That's probably because in its original state, Safari isn't as inviting as Mozilla's Firefox browser with all its native bells and whistles. Nevertheless, Safari has a cadre of loyal fans.

Productivity is the buzzword these days so if your browser of choice can't help you power through your to-do list each day, then it's not very useful. If you've been lukewarm over Safari because you think using it will impede your workflow, then try these handy productivity add-ons before giving up on the Apple browser altogether.



VLC Media Player Project Puts Out Call For Mac Developers

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Popular open source media player project VLC put out a call this week looking for Mac OS X developers. The team released an update solely for Mac users that includes updated libraries, buggy behavior on Power PC-based Macs, and an apology to the entire Mac community.

 



Professional Desktop Publishing on a Mac

Macs are great for working with desktop publishing applications, but unfortunately the commercial software options like Quark and InDesign are pretty pricey. Scribus is a terrific open source alternative that will take your ideas from concept all the way to print without missing a beat.


This application will produce brochures, flyers, booklets, and more on your Mac, Linux, or Windows box -- all for the low, low price of free.



Open Source Dust-Up for Mac Users

Mac-based open source enthusiasts had plenty of great reading material to find around the Internet over the last few days. From free alternatives to expensive Mac applications and patched bugs, to free BitTorrent options and an open computer that ships with the latest version of Mac OS X, there has been much buzz.

Here's what you need to know.

 



Will Apple's SDK Lure Away Free Software Developers?

Apple's recent SDK announcement set off an interesting friendly discussion among bloggers about free vs. nearly free software. Jens Alfke says he appreciates all the work open source software developers do, but notes ...a lot of freeware gets abandoned by its developers, because the developers are just doing it for fun and run out of time or energy. That?s sad. And I think a moderate infusion of cash can definitely help alleviate those problems.


Apple's SDK Announcement: Boo, Hiss or Near Miss?

Apple announced today that it's releasing the Software Development Kit (SDK) for the iPhone. We all know what that means for consumers (more apps!), but what does it mean for open source developers?

Well, that depends on who you talk to. ZDNet's Dana Blankenhorn says the move is simply a way to forestall bigger market share losses to Google.