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PORT WARS Episode VI: Return of the USB -

The wrench in the works -
     The one thing I haven't told you yet, is that Firewire was developed by Apple and Texas Instruments... two companies who don't have the best history in the desktop computing world. It means also, that there is a limited money supply for development of Firewire... and if Apple holds true to form, there will be little if any development at all.

*ANECDOTE From Bossman Dave* - "The first time I heard of Firewire, I thought it was called FarWar... and that's because the guy who was explaining it to me was from North Carolina."

Dying young -
     Apple's faq sheet for Firewire says that it expects Firewire to be used for Digital Video cameras, Digital Still cameras, External Storage Devices Larger format professional printers and large format fast professional scanners, etc... and you might think that seems logical... however...

USB 2.0, silent competition -
     The current version of USB is 1.1 and supports 1.5 MB/s. However, the freshly approved USB 2.0 sports a 60 MB/s connection, eclipsing Firewire's 50 MB/s. But while the USB consortium of companies says USB is still not going to compete with Firewire... I can guarantee you that it will. You can forget about the widespread use of Firewire on Digital Still Cameras... you can expect a whole new line of USB 2.0-based external storage devices and as for those high speed printers and scanners... good luck convincing the manufacturers to make Firewire versions... when USB 2.0 will be cheaper, better supported, and more available to customers.
     It would be likely, in fact, that the digital video market will also experience some dissidence. I'll bet that USB 2.0 enabled camcorder devices become available within a year of the implementation of USB 2.0 on home computers. Someone will probably come up with a Firewire to USB 2.0 converter, as well.

But I've got USB 1.1 ports and devices, how will I upgrade to 2.0? -
     Well, it'll be a standard feature on new PC's when USB 2.0 becomes available to manufactures. You'll be able to use the same cables and all of your USB 1.1 devices will work fine with USB 2.0 ports. For those who don't want to buy a new machine, though, you'll be able to add USB 2.0 ports by putting a card in your computer, just like adding a Firewire interface.

What will happen to Firewire? -
     Firewire has a lot of backing by the audio/video markets, and while it's the computer connectivity we've been talking about so far... Firewire's goals are not limited to computer connections. In fact, Firewire is positioned to replace your typical coaxial and audio cables between your DVD player, VCR, MiniDisc player and the rest of your home digital audio/visual equipment. So, Firewire will grow strong in the home entertainment appliance market for some time to come. I think that when the dust settles, the extent of Firewire's computer desktop influence will be for the connecting of DV cameras and *maybe* some storage devices. Firewire printers, scanners and other computer equipment will be rare at best... even in the high-speed, professional end of the market. Ultimately, it will get squeezed out because it doesn't offer anything USB 2.0 won't offer at a lower price. Beyond that, the USB consortium of companies have far deeper pockets, and far more authority on what winds up in a desktop computer than Apple and Texas Instruments.

     So there ya go... now you're an expert on USB and Firewire. Have fun, enjoy all the cool toys out there, and may the FARCE be with you. :)

     Oh, and if you need a tutorial on how to connect and use a Firewire or USB device... here ya go: 1) Plug in, turn on... or vice-versa. 2) If Windows asks for drivers, put the floppy or CD that came with the device in the drive. 3) Enjoy. :)

     -j.ello

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2xExplorer vRR-t, by Nikos Bozinis
All Win95/98/ME/NT/2000     FREEWARE  (Never Expires)
GET INFO        SCREENSHOT        DOWNLOAD (292 kb, Zip File)

     This is a really nice Explorer interface, especially if you run on a lower resolution like 800x600... it compresses a lot of functionality into a small, logical space. There's some really good thinking behind it!
     "2xExplorer is a dual-pane (NC-style) file manager for Win9x/NT/2k. It performs what the standard Explorer does, yet goes much further. It offers efficient navigation and missing features as file filters, folder synchronization, editor and more. Power users will appreciate the intuitive operation and unique tools as folder subtree statistics and mirror browsing. The similarity with Explorer on the other hand will make any newcomer an instant power user, too. New features in latest version * Shell-integrated filesystem tree pane added to the two content panes * Upgraded internal editor supporting printing and color customisation * New flexible toolbars, more buttons and keyboard shortcuts * Many new commands, too much to list"

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ASPEdit 2000 vbuild 21a, by Tashcom Sofware
All Win95/98/ME/NT/2000     SHAREWARE $50.00 (50 Uses)
GET INFO        SCREENSHOT        DOWNLOAD (5mb, Zip File)

     "ASPEdit™ is a powerful Active Server Pages and HTML editor with full support for Visual Basic Script, Perl, IHTML, Webtv, Cold-fusion, PHP3, MIVA ,HDML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, ASP, WAP/WML and Style sheets."

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LookyLoo v1.0, by Giant Duck
All Win95/98/ME/NT/2000     FREEWARE  (Never Expires)
GET INFO        SCREENSHOT        DOWNLOAD (3 MB, Executable)

     Getting the feeling someone's watching you? Well this little application will watch you work as well... following your cursor around the screen. What's differetn about this particular incarnation of following eyes is that they include an ActiveX version you can include in your Website or programs. There's good documentation and it's easy to play with.

     Privacy Disclosures: No special requirements - it's really, truly, honestly, good old-fashioned freeware.

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