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BitNami Stack for Piwik 1.8.3-0 - Easy-to-install distribution of Piwik.. (Free)

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 09:00 PM PDT



BitNami Stack for Piwik Native Installer is an easy-to-install distribution of the Piwik application. It includes pre-configured, ready-to-run versions of Apache, MySQL, PHP and phpMyAdmin so users can get a Piwik installation up and running in minutes after answering a few questions. Windows, Linux, Linux 64, Mac OS X and Unix operating systems are supported.

Piwik is a downloadable, open source (GPL licensed) real time Web analytics software program. It provides you with detailed reports on your website visitors: the search engines and keywords they used, the language they speak, your popular pages... and so much more.



Version 1.8.3-0:
  • Update Piwik to 1.8.3.
  • Update PHP to 5.3.15.
  • Update phpMyAdmin to 5.3.2.
  • Added Mail, Net_Socket and Net_SMTP pear packages.
  • Enabled APC by default (Linux and Mac OS X).


Mac OS X 10.4 or later

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Religions, Vol. 3, Pages 699-709: Francesco Petrarca and the Parameters of Historical Research

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Although scholars in the first two generations of humanism wrote the histories drawing heavily on ancient Roman sources, Petrarca was the first humanist historian to focuses on the history of ancient Roma. Because he was also the earliest to approach ancient Romans as historically conditioned human beings, he was able to see the achievements of the Romans in historical perspective. At the same time he was unable to separate mythology from history and acknowledged the effect of divine and diabolical forces on the course of human events.

Brain Sciences, Vol. 2, Pages 298-318: The Hepatocyte Growth Factor/c-Met Antagonist, Divalinal-Angiotensin IV, Blocks the Acquisition of Methamphetamine Dependent Conditioned Place Preference in Rats

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

The use of methamphetamine (MA) is increasing in the U.S. and elsewhere around the world. MA's capacity to cause addiction significantly exceeds other psychostimulant drugs, and its use negatively impacts learning and memory. Recently, attempts have been made to interfere with the presumed mechanism(s) underlying the establishment of drug-induced memory consolidation. The majority of these studies have employed matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitors to disrupt MMP-induced extracellular matrix molecule dependent synaptic reconfiguration, or GABA receptor agonists. The present investigation utilized an angiotensin IV (AngIV) analogue, Divalinal-AngIV (divalinal), to disrupt acquisition of MA-induced dependence in rats as measured using the conditioned place preference paradigm. Results indicate that both acute and chronic intracerebroventricular infusion of divalinal prior to each daily subcutaneous injection of MA prevented acquisition. However, divalinal was unable to prevent MA-induced reinstatement after prior acquisition followed by extinction trials. These results indicate that prevention of MA dependence can be accomplished by blockade of the brain AT4 receptor subtype. On the other hand, once MA-induced memory consolidation is in place divalinal appears to be ineffective. Mechanistic studies indicated that divalinal is a potent inhibitor of the hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)/c-Met receptor system, and thus it appears that a functional HGF/c-Met system is required for the acquisition of MA-mediated conditioned place preference.

Penguins Super Kart

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:51 AM PDT

Join the fast=paced Penguins Super Kart and try leading your penguin to the first place! Unlock new riders and new vehicles to become faster.

Onde AudioBook Converter 1.22.1 - Convert your audio books to MP3 or AAC.. (Shareware)

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:57 AM PDT



Onde AudioBook Converter is an AA converter that can batch convert purchased Audio books or AA flies from iTunes or Audible on Mac OS X to MP3 or AAC format. Then DRM protections on audio book will be removed. The conversion with CD output quality is at up to 16x speeds!

Convert purchased Audio Book playable on iTunes
Any purchased audio books from itunes or audible, if it could be played on iTunes, can be unlocked and converted to MP3 or AAC, AC3, AIFF, AU, FLAC, M4A, M4R and MKA.

Convert audible aa to MP3 to Play anywhere
Remove DRM of Audio Books or AA files from iTunes audiobook library to MP3 or AAC format and enjoy it on iPhone 4S, iPod touch, iPad, Sony PSP, smart phone, MP3 player, laptop, portable PC, etc.

Remove DRM protections
Designed as an .aa converter and audio book DRM remover, Onde audioBook converter can remove copy-protection (DRM) from Audio Books and convert into unprotected MP3 or AAC format.

16X conversion speed
Onde audioBook converter Mac can encode and convert audible aa files at speeds of up to 16X.

Preserve ID Tags
Onde purchased AudioBook Converter will keep ID Tags to the new converted MP3 or AAC files files.

Output MP3 or AAC files with CD Quality
Preset output options like codeck, bitrate, sample rate and channels to get customized MP3 or AAC files with CD Quality. Convert DRM audiobooks in batch
Batch conversion allows users to select multiple audio book files to convert with just a single button. Silent Recording
Onde AudioBook Converter works in the background when remove DRM from purchased audio books. Quick access to iTunes folder
Loading the user's iTunes' folders automatically makes for a quick and seamless user experience. Unlimited converting times
Convert AA files as many times as you like with Onde AudioBook without limitation of one-time burning to Disc on each authorized Mac.

Version 1.22.1:
  • Fix the bug that in some cases audio file is not converted at the beginning.
  • Fix the bug that software crashes when converting audio files with complete metadata/id3 tags.


Mac OS X 10.6 or later

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Ondesoft iTunes Converter 1.22.1 - Unlock DRM protected music files.. (Shareware)

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:54 AM PDT



Onde iTunes Converter can convert any iTunes DRM protected or various music files, audio books to unprotected MP3 or AAC files in batch with ID tags preserved. In addition, the Mac iTunes to MP3 converter can even extract audio from iTunes video files and save them in all the most common audio types. It is also an M4P to MP3 converter and Audible AA files to MP3 converter for Mac.

Features:

  • Easily strip DRM media files of any unwanted protection so your purchased files can be played on any iPod, iPod Touch, iPhone4, iPhone 4S, Zune, PSP and other digital players!
  • High Conversion Speed. Converts at rates up to 16x speed! Onde iTunes Converter is the fastest option when it comes to unlocking DRM protected media.
  • Convert annoying M4P and Audible AA files to MP3 and AAC formats so you can listen to your media any way and any time you want.
  • No extra disc space needed. Encoding output files directly while recording, extra disc space isn't clogged with excessive temporary files.
  • Onde iTunes Converter saves all the data associated with DRM protected files and applies it to output MP3, AAC files.
  • Output formats such as MP3, AAC, AC3, AIFF, AU, FLAC, M4A, M4R, and MKA with CD quality to suit your needs.
  • Batch conversion allows the user to unlock entire albums in just minutes!
  • No extra hardware or virtual drive requirements. Onde iTunes Converter is the only program you need to unlock all of your DRM protected media files.
  • Advanced Output Options Change the output bitrate, sample rate, codec, and the number of channels.


Version 1.22.1:
  • Fixed:In some cases audio file is not converted at the beginning.
  • FixedSoftware crashes when converting audio files with complete metadata/id3 tags.


Mac OS X 10.6 or later

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atMonitor 2.8b - System monitoring software tracks CPU, RAM, GPU, VRAM, FPS, more.. (Free)

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:41 AM PDT



atMonitor is the most advanced monitoring tool for Mac OS X that displays system activity in real-time. It is designed to allow quick assessment of computer's state, but it is powerful enough to make it a core utility in anyone's system troubleshooting toolkit.

atMonitor offers a better alternative to Apple's own "Activity Monitor" and combines the best of the features of many other existing monitoring utilities. It also adds an extensive list of unique features of its own. In addition to the standard CPU, GPU, VRAM, FPS, Disk and Network info, atMonitor allows interaction with processes, setting up triggers, logging, purging RAM and much more.

There are three different ways atMonitor can display the monitored values:

  • in the menu bar
  • in the floating window on the desktop
  • in the dock icon


Version 2.8b: Release notes were unavailable when this listing was updated.

  • Mac OS X 10.6 or later
  • A modern video card is required for monitoring GPU activity.


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Onde AudioBook Converter 1.22.1 - Convert your audio books to MP3 or AAC.. (Shareware)

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:33 AM PDT



Onde AudioBook Converter is an AA converter that can batch convert purchased Audio books or AA flies from iTunes or Audible on Mac OS X to MP3 or AAC format. Then DRM protections on audio book will be removed. The conversion with CD output quality is at up to 16x speeds!

Convert purchased Audio Book playable on iTunes
Any purchased audio books from itunes or audible, if it could be played on iTunes, can be unlocked and converted to MP3 or AAC, AC3, AIFF, AU, FLAC, M4A, M4R and MKA.

Convert audible aa to MP3 to Play anywhere
Remove DRM of Audio Books or AA files from iTunes audiobook library to MP3 or AAC format and enjoy it on iPhone 4S, iPod touch, iPad, Sony PSP, smart phone, MP3 player, laptop, portable PC, etc.

Remove DRM protections
Designed as an .aa converter and audio book DRM remover, Onde audioBook converter can remove copy-protection (DRM) from Audio Books and convert into unprotected MP3 or AAC format.

16X conversion speed
Onde audioBook converter Mac can encode and convert audible aa files at speeds of up to 16X.

Preserve ID Tags
Onde purchased AudioBook Converter will keep ID Tags to the new converted MP3 or AAC files files.

Output MP3 or AAC files with CD Quality
Preset output options like codeck, bitrate, sample rate and channels to get customized MP3 or AAC files with CD Quality. Convert DRM audiobooks in batch
Batch conversion allows users to select multiple audio book files to convert with just a single button. Silent Recording
Onde AudioBook Converter works in the background when remove DRM from purchased audio books. Quick access to iTunes folder
Loading the user's iTunes' folders automatically makes for a quick and seamless user experience. Unlimited converting times
Convert AA files as many times as you like with Onde AudioBook without limitation of one-time burning to Disc on each authorized Mac.

Version 1.22.1:
  • Fix the bug that in some cases audio file is not converted at the beginning.
  • Fix the bug that software crashes when converting audio files with complete metadata/id3 tags.


Mac OS X 10.6 or later

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Troglodytes 2

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:54 AM PDT

A fun board game! Move the troglodytes as you try reaching the top level in various tactical moves.

Forests, Vol. 3, Pages 684-699: Leaf Physiological and Morphological Responses to Shade in Grass-Stage Seedlings and Young Trees of Longleaf Pine

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Longleaf pine has been classified as very shade intolerant but leaf physiological plasticity to light is not well understood, especially given longleaf pine's persistent seedling grass stage. We examined leaf morphological and physiological responses to light in one-year-old grass-stage seedlings and young trees ranging in height from 4.6 m to 6.3 m to test the hypothesis that young longleaf pine would demonstrate leaf phenotypic plasticity to light environment. Seedlings were grown in a greenhouse under ambient levels of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) or a 50% reduction in ambient PAR and whole branches of trees were shaded to provide a 50% reduction in ambient PAR. In seedlings, shading reduced leaf mass per unit area (LMA), the light compensation point, and leaf dark respiration (RD), and increased the ratio of light-saturated photosynthesis to RD and chlorophyll b and total chlorophyll expressed per unit leaf dry weight. In trees, shading reduced LMA, increased chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b and total chlorophyll on a leaf dry weight basis, and increased allocation of total foliar nitrogen to chlorophyll nitrogen. Changes in leaf morphological and physiological traits indicate a degree of shade tolerance that may have implications for even and uneven-aged management of longleaf pine.

Molecules, Vol. 17, Pages 9961-9970: Design and Synthesis of a Series of Pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine Derivatives as CCR4 Antagonists

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

A series of pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine derivatives were designed and synthesized based on known CC chemokine receptor 4 (CCR4) antagonists. The activities of all the newly synthesized compounds were evaluated using a chemotaxis inhibition assay. Compound 6b was proven to be a potent CCR4 antagonist that can block cell chemotaxis induced by macrophage-derived chemokine (MDC), thymus and activation regulated chemokine (TARC), and CKLF1, the natural ligands of CCR4. In addition, compound 6b is more effective than budesonide in the murine rhinitis model. The intravenous injection LD50 of compound 6b is 175 mg/kg and the oral LD50 is greater than 2,000 mg/kg.

Molecules, Vol. 17, Pages 9947-9960: Laminarin Induces Apoptosis of Human Colon Cancer LOVO Cells through a Mitochondrial Pathway

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Many scientific studies have shown that laminarin has anti-tumor effects, but the anti-tumor mechanism was unclear. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of laminarin on the induction of apoptosis in human colon cancer LOVO cells and the molecular mechanism involved. LOVO cells were treated with different concentrations of laminarin at different times. Morphology observations were performed to determine the effects of laminarin on apoptosis of LOVO cells. Flow cytometry (FCM) was used to detect the level of intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) and pH. Laser scanning confocal microscope (LSCM) was used to analyze intracellular calcium ion concentration, mitochondrion permeability transition pore (MPTP) and mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP). Western blotd were performed to analyze the expressions of Cyt-C, Caspase-9 and -3. The results showed the apoptosis morphology, which showed cell protuberance, concentrated cytoplasm and apoptotic bodies, was obvious after 72 h treatment. Laminarin treatment for 24 h increased the intracellular level of ROS and Ca2+; decreased pH value; activated intracellular MPTP and decreased MMP in dose-dependent manners. It also induced the release of Cyt-C and the activation of Caspase-9 and -3. In conclusion, laminarin induces LOVO cell apoptosis through a mitochondrial pathway, suggesting that it could be a potent agent for cancer prevention and treatment.

William Windom, Matt Decker, and the Doomsday Machine

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:28 AM PDT

William Windom, Matt Decker, and the Doomsday Machine My geek credentials are flying high with this one, but I really don't give a damn.

Molecules, Vol. 17, Pages 9939-9946: Alkaloids Isolated from the Lateral Root of Aconitum carmichaelii

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Two new alkaloids, aconicarmine (1) and aconicaramide (5), were isolated from the EtOH extract of the lateral roots of Aconitum carmichaelii, together with five known compounds: fuziline (2), neoline (3), N-ethylhokbusine B (4), 5-hydroxymethylpyrrole-2-carbaldehyde (6), and oleracein E (7). Their structures were elucidated by physical and NMR analysis. Pyrrole alkaloids were isolated from A. carmichaelii for the first time. In the in vitro assays, compounds 2 and 3 showed activity against pentobarbital sodium-induced cardiomyocytes damage by obviously recovering beating rhythm and increasing the cell viability, while compounds 5 and 7 showed moderate antibacterial activity.

Chris and Maxwell hunt for The Perfect PC at Gamescom 2012

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 07:40 PM PDT

Chris Watters and Maxwell McGee scour all of Gamescom 2012 for the ultimate gaming rig

 

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"Chris and Maxwell hunt for The Perfect PC at Gamescom 2012" was posted by Wern on Sun, 19 Aug 2012 19:40:24 -0700

iRip 2.1.5 - Transfer songs, videos, contacts, and more from your iOS device to your Mac.. (Shareware)

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 08:59 PM PDT



iRip (formerally iPodRip) is the definitive iPod companion application. iRip allows you to get the most out of your iPod, iPhone and iPad -- you can transfer music, videos, and books from your iDevice back to your iTunes Library, listen to music directly on your iPod (allowing you to save valuable disk space) -- plus much more. iRip supports all iPod Media Types -- MP3, AAC, Protected AAC or Audible.com Content. Upgrade to iRip 2.0 for only $9.95 with your license from iRip 1.x.

Version 2.1.5:
  • Added support for iMessages in iOS 5
  • Fixed several bugs that caused iRip to crash
  • Improved address formatting
  • Signed for OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion


  • Mac OS X 10.6 or later
  • iTunes 8.0 or later
  • Any iPod, iPhone


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Mou 0.7.4 - Markdown editor for Web developers.. (Free)

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 10:28 PM PDT



Mou is a Markdown editor - with a difference: where most, if not all, currently available Markdown editors are almost all for general writers, Mou is different: It's for Web developers. Syntax highlighting, live preview, sync scroll, fullscreen mode, auto save, powerful actions, auto pair, custom themes and CSS, HTML and PDF export, enhanced CJK support. I know, it's exactly the app you want.

Version 0.7.4:
  • Postbox support for the "Post on Tumblr" feature. Now it works with Mail, Sparrow and Postbox.


OS X 10.7 or later

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OnLive to continue as newly-formed company

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 07:52 PM PDT

Newly-formed company will operate under the OnLive name using all of the previous company's assets; services, apps, and current initiatives to continue uninterrupted.

OnLive have clarified recent industry reports regarding the sale of its assets to another company.

In a public statement released today designed, the company confirmed that after a series of "difficult financial decisions" it had sold all of its assets (including its technology and intellectual property) to a newly-formed company that will continue to operate under the OnLive name. An affiliate of Lauder Partners has been confirmed as the first investor in the newly-structured company.

The decision was made after OnLive's board of directors decided to pursue a restructuring under an "Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors", which led to the sale of OnLive's assets to the newly-formed company.

According to OnLive, the nature of this transaction did not allow the company to transfer its shares or its staff; however, the company says almost half of OnLive's staff were given employment offers by the new company at their current salaries immediately upon after transfer. The non-hired staff will also be allegedly given offers of consulting work in return for options in the new company.

"Upon closing additional funding, the company plans to hire more staff, both former OnLive employees as well as new employees," the company said in its statement. Speaking on already-existing reports about OnLive's sale of assets, a company spokesperson noted that only company executives had access to the information regarding the transaction, and that "much of what we are seeing is fiction".

OnLive also used the public statement to reassure users, saying all OnLive games, products, services, devices, apps, current partnerships and current initiatives are expected to continue without interruption, with all customer purchases allegedly remaining intact. The company says it also expects to make "major announcements" regarding the launch of new products and services in the coming weeks and months.

"The asset acquisition, although a heartbreaking transition for everyone involved with OnLive, allows the company…s core innovation and ongoing offerings--the product of over a decade of hard work transforming the OnLive vision into reality--to survive and continue to evolve."

Below is an FAQ included by OnLive in its public statement:

Q. Will users see any change in the OnLive Game or Desktop Services? What about their purchases?

A. Users should see no change in the OnLive Game or Desktop Services. All of their purchases remain intact and available. OnLive has been up 24/7 since launch over two years ago and expects to remain so. OnLive has over 2.5 million subscribers, with an active base of over 1.5 million subscribers, connecting from a vast range of devices and networks, with many sessions running for hours. The user base is growing rapidly with OnLive…s addition into recently announced devices and TVs from major manufacturers. We expect this growth to continue under the new company.

Q. Is there any cash or stock in the new company provided for any OnLive, Inc. shares?

A. Unfortunately not. The nature of the transaction is such that only assets, not shares, were purchased. This is true for all shares of OnLive, Inc., whether held by investors, employees or executives.

Q. Did Steve Perlman receive stock or compensation in this transaction?

A. Like all shareholders, neither Steve nor any of his companies received any stock in the new company or compensation in this transaction at all. Steve is receiving no compensation whatsoever and most execs are receiving reduced compensation to allow the company to hire as many employees as possible within the current budget.

Q. Did all OnLive, Inc. assets transfer into the new company? Are any assets held by any other party?

A. All of OnLive, Inc.…s assets (e.g. technology, patents, trademarks, etc.) were transferred to an assignee, which then sold the assets to the new company. There was no transfer to any other party.

Q. Have OnLive, Inc. employees been offered positions in the new company?

A. Almost half of OnLive…s staff were offered employment at their current salaries in the new company immediately upon the transfer, and the non-hired staff will be given offers to do consulting in return for options in the new company. Upon closing additional funding, the company plans to hire more staff, both former OnLive employees as well as new employees.

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Chris and Maxwell hunt for The Perfect PC at Gamescom 2012

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 07:40 PM PDT

Chris Watters and Maxwell McGee scour all of Gamescom 2012 for the ultimate gaming rig

 

Read and Post Comments | Get the full article at GameSpot


"Chris and Maxwell hunt for The Perfect PC at Gamescom 2012" was posted by Wern on Sun, 19 Aug 2012 19:40:24 -0700

Mobile Monday

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 05:10 PM PDT

Mobile Monday Games featured this week: Bag It!; Gasketball; Mega Man Xover — Ok, ok, let's get this out in the open right now. There's a new Mega Man game coming to iOS. It's not what you think by a longshot, but its name is just... well it's atrocious. It has to be explained in order to be pronounced correctly, which is a mistake a marketing expert should have pointed out. We're looking at you, Fage yogurt company. Tagged as: blog, mobile, mobile-monday, news, previews

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