WIZZARD1  Please compare MacMinder against this application SO WAY MUCH SIMILAR with of course changes.

Worth it to check it out before buying.  
(Version 5.3.1)

WIZZARD1  There used to be a product call MacMinder that was written and sold by a husband and wife educational company. I purchased and used it for a number of years and it always worked well keeping my daughter and her friends and guests in line while on the computer. You could restrict access by time of day, user, and particular application. It also tracked status of whole (and or a percentage) that each application was used. You could do reports and see which application was being used the most or was popular.

Unfortunately the company went under and disappeared with no notification or further updates to its registered users. I believe this code last ran on 10.2/10.3 I believe but I have not tried it on any later versions. If anyone on this list wants this code and my registration number and a form that I have transferred it to you then please send me an email.

The current application looks very much the same but not as much functionality from what I read and see. I have no use to download and try it. Maybe this new company has bought the code and is bring the application back under a different name but from the reader comments without alot of functionality as per what I described and charging beta users for upgrades. This is not good user/customer service. Do to these comments, you probably should stay away from this product as it may up costing you more money in the long run even if you try to help them out. They should be ashamed.

Macminder still may be posted on macupdate.  
(Version 5.3.1)

WIZZARD1  I have been using this product since beta and it has always performed well; no slowdowns. All my testing has been on full loaded (memory wise and disk wise) mac laptops and desktops. Checkup works perfectly fine and has no performance issues. All test machines have 2 gig of memory or less - granted they are all intel if that makes a different to the general audience here.

APP4MAC is slowly building in features. As much as some of the reviews say all can come from other free apps that is not always true as most app may have an extra fee for the add on or you may have to use multiple or you may have to use a generic drivers.

I agree iStat may be an exception in some way but the menuing system when you turn on everything uses up much real estate in your bar.

Both are great tools. Both package it nicely.

I am not doubting that some of you may be having performance issues but these may not necessarily be related to CheckUP even if you remove it and all seems fine - you might still have a conflict from some other app. APP4Mac support has been great so if you have problems report any conflicts to them so they can adjust and fix if necessary. They are very helpful.

And for you folks complaining at the price, you should have bought it during the beta phase and just shortly after when the price was much, much lower. I agree that currrent pricing may not be reflective of the apps features but the euro ain't cheap in comparison to other currencies. The developer believe that they should be charging that price - if you don't agree don't buy it; if the world feels the same then they will not make sales and the price might drop - this is the same with any product. Wonder if you same folks complain about the price of a windows os, upgrade, etc but you would still buy it or steal the code and use it for free. Whiners.

If you try the product, don't like it and don't like the price, then delete it; no one wishes to hear you complain like someone is going to do something about it. Folks want to hear issues about real problems and not subjective views. Please keep them to yourself.  
(Version 2.5.2)

WIZZARD1  This beta version has issues in the installer. It is supposed to add a hidden group called "boinc_master" to any userid that is part of the admin group. It does not add it but it does add the other hidden "boinc_project". You can not access the software unless it adds you. I have to back to 6.6 of the software. Been using this software for years but I guess the beta still has many bugs in it.

Otherwise use the stable version until all the bugs are worked out.  
(Version 6.10.4)

WIZZARD1  Just updated my 4.0 original CD to 4.2. All went fine. I can not remember where Alsoft creates the images that it creates so I can free up the disk space and they usually don't. Never had an issue with their updaters or apps. Great software and works well. Used to recovery some of my files on occasion. As well, it seems that their support is being knocked but with this I have always had great support.  
(Version 4.2)

WIZZARD1  The one good file that I did manage to download now works. I have to run the uninstall twice with a reboot in between. I think the uninstall also leaves files behind that don't work with 3.0 as well. As well, it does not install well upgrading 2.2.4. Since the dev does not use standard file locations and 'fixes' some file locations it is probably good to run the uninstall twice with a reboot.

This however does not explain the 400 bad request at 98.53% when attempting to download from their site. Don't think it is an overload situation but a server reboot might clear the issue.  
(Version 3.0)

WIZZARD1  Someone needs to contact whoever posts for download at VirtualBox/Sun. I have been trying to download 3.0 since it was released. Either it downloads and the app will not be start (bounces once) or it will not finish a download - gets to 98.53% and then hits 400 bad requests. I have tried to get ahold of them to make them aware but so far have been unsuccesful.

There is nothing wrong with my connection at all as I have no issues downloading anything else including stuff from Sun and also much larger files. There is nothing blocking this.

Please correct and repost a good build or fix your download servers.  
(Version 3.0)

WIZZARD1  This did not work for me but I have tracked it down to the issue and MS should take note so they can fix their installer code.

1. Had no issues in any update to 12.1.1.

2. Removed languages files except English (you can remove them).

3. Tried the autoupdate; failed with that error message about not finding an valid install.

4. Tried downloading the dmg and tried installing; same error as in #3.

5. Install and download files were English.

6. Mounted a backup drive with a copy before language removal.

7. Autoupdate and downloaded file worked just fine on this version.

8. Copied all changes to main drive; MS 2008 works just fine.

9. Tried to run both update files against my newly updated MS 2008 (which all read 12.1.2); told me no valid installation. I was only expecting that it was already up to date.

10. MS needs to modify their installer and remove this darn bug.  
(Version 12.1.2)

WIZZARD1  It is not noted in any of the documentation that this does not apply to a MACBOOK2,1. I have a macbook, 2 gig dual core and the update is not for it. This update is not for machook 2006 or early 2007; only from later 2007 and forward. it would be nice if this was documented.  
(Version 1.2)

WIZZARD1  THis is not an updater but a link to download not a demo version but four flash movies on the production.

In software update never works or crashes. They told me that this would be fixed.

Have to constantly send emails and waste my time to get updates which the program should provide.

The person at the other end of the support email is just one person with no power and no management to discuss with either as they seem to be in a different country. the support person does only what he is able or mandated to do. I have tried to escalate but it is no help as it seems to be only him.

While it is excellent software and it works for the most part, the support is neither timely or helpful especially when trying to get updates. The policy seems that even a minor revision can be chargable.

Sorry you should not have to fight for the updates and they also should not be chargable.

Does anyone actually know where the developers or main company live or a method to get ahold of them.

All I get is promises ...  
(Version 11.6.2)

WIZZARD1  I use Utility Lock and this looks like an exact copy of this, even down to the icon.

As well you can not get to developer web site as there are no active links to it.

Stick with Utility Lock and if you use it before of overwritting it with Lock My Mac   
(Version 1.0)

WIZZARD1  apparently mention of the guarantee does not exist anymore only a 60 day trial currently exists.  
(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  Just heard back from author ..

he is trying to weasel out of the refund as he is afirming that when I bought the upgrade, I was aware of the change of policy but there was not specific statement to that effect at all nor specific legal reference to a change in policy and from my knowledge of the law it would have to have been specific so that all users were aware of this .. as far as I know this has not been done and what he says is not sufficient notification ..

However, he does have a 30 day satisfaction guarantee polcy ..

seek a refund if you paid for a "free" upgrade ...  
(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  Send an email to the author asking for a full refund if you already registered ver 1.x prior to ver 2.x being released.

His news digest from 2003 is legal tender and since I subscribe to the news digest; there has never been a retraction of the published statement from 2003.   
(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  This means that anyone who has purchased version 1.x before v2.x was released last week is legally entitled to a free upgrade to version 2.x of Liquid Ledger.  
(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  This is an exact copy of the new forum from the author where he states that version 2 will be a free upgrade to current customers to show support - however he has been charging 39.99 US/CAD for the upgrade.

I have sent him an email already asking for my refund of the purchase price.

Gryphonnet and I were right about the author committing to this and I believe that his web site at that time also contained the same information.

Liquid Ledger 1.2.1 for Mac OS X Adds Panther Support

If you've recently purchased Mac OS X Panther, or plan to upgrade to the groundbreaking new operating system release from Apple, you'll want to get a copy of Liquid Ledger™ 1.2.1 for Mac OS X. This timely update to Liquid Ledger fixes a previous incompatibility between Liquid Ledger 1.2 and Mac OS X Panther, and a free updater utility is now available from .

Also in the works is Liquid Ledger 2, a major upgrade to the most refreshing personal finance solution available for Mac OS X. Liquid Ledger 2 introduces a host of new features and improvements, like scheduled transactions, customisable reports, investment tracking tools, and an unprecedented level of usability for this category of software. To show our appreciation for the continued support of our customers, Liquid Ledger 2 will be a free upgrade for all Liquid Ledger users. The first peeks at Liquid Ledger 2 will come later this year or in early 2004.

Pricing and Availability

Liquid Ledger 1.2.1 for Mac OS X Panther is available today and can be purchased online for US$45 from . Existing customers can download a free updater utility, available from , that updates any previous installation of Liquid Ledger to the latest release. Liquid Ledger comes with a 30-day money-back satisfaction guarantee.

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(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  Yes, like Gryphonnet, I was under the understanding that it was supposed to be a free upgrade and I believe this information was originally published on the authors site. I have emails to the author on this but there has been no response to these queries.

Yes, like Gryphonnet, I paid the CAD 39.99 to upgrade even tho over the years I have beta tested the app for the author and worked thru several issues with the product.

Since the author relocated from to Toronto from his and mine original city, there has been a dramatic slow down in releases and information coming out of the author.

Even when I ordered via his store, the author had my money for three days before a serial number was generated and I did not even get an email with the new serial number. I had to go on to the store and take it from my order.

I used LL for a number of years as a replacement for Quicken and it worked well, however when the dev slowed down and promised releases never came out, I had to migrate to something else.

At this stage, I am waiting for responses however I don't think I will get one and I am considering any longer term investment with this author rather guardedly.

Overall the originally LL was a great start and my beta work with the author gave me a good feeling .. however move to 2007 ...  
(Version 2.0.3)

WIZZARD1  This looks like a very interesting tool and a worthy addition to anyone application set  
(Version 1.0)

WIZZARD1  This is an excellent application and works very well. It has smooth integration with the major browsers. It is even better now that it is 33% off.  
(Version 2.4.13)

WIZZARD1  Excellent software. No isight support, however I use DL to do that and import into Librarian. I wish I had waiting to purchase at the discount price but it is still worth every penny.  
(Version 1.0.8)

WIZZARD1  This is an excellent app and yes isight support/bar coding would be nice. I own DL and import from DL to LP.

Wish I would have waiting to purchase LP until now. Great app in any event but I could have saved some cash.  
(Version 1.0.8)

WIZZARD1  cool. will have try this one quickly.  
(Version 1.9.1)

WIZZARD1  cool solitaire game ...  
(Version 3.5.1)

WIZZARD1  cool idea  
(Version 2.7.1)

WIZZARD1  Looks like great software  
(Version 2.8.2)

WIZZARD1  I have tried previous versions and they have worked well. Support has also been excellent.  
(Version 2.8.2)

WIZZARD1  looks like a great family fun game  
(Version 1.0.3.1)

WIZZARD1  yes, indeed a cool looking game. Will have to give it a try as well.  
(Version 1.15.3)

WIZZARD1  looks like an interesting app; might be very worthwhile and again at a great price.  
(Version 2.6)

WIZZARD1  Cool. Love Mahjong. Going to give this a try and purchase. Great price.  
(Version 1.6)

WIZZARD1  Yes, it sounds like a very interesting tool but I see nothing about converting PDF to a word document. For the price if it could do that, it is more than well worth it.  
(Version 3.0)

WIZZARD1  This is an excellent piece of software and it has come in very handy over the last couple of years. A well supported and highly recommended software app if you need to deal with PDF issues.  
(Version 3.4.4)

WIZZARD1  interest looking software but wonder if allows visio imports?  
(Version 2.3.1)

WIZZARD1  another cool game from pangea .. continuing the legend.  
(Version 3.0.6)

WIZZARD1  looks like a great screensaver  
(Version 2.0)

WIZZARD1  I wonder how this compares of Airfoil. The price is right and may be worth the try.  
(Version 3.0.3)

WIZZARD1  It would be interesting to give them a try and see how this compares to Knox. The cost is much less given the mupromo and I hope the features are similar if not the same.  
(Version 2.0)

WIZZARD1  Papyrus is excellent software, fully of features. I registered and use this software on on Mac OS X and Windows since there was an English version of it. The support that I have received has been excellent as well.

If you are looking for a good all in one processor, look no further than Papyrus plus the pricing with mupromo is unbeatable.  
(Version 12.56)

WIZZARD1  I have used the product for a long while now and it works well. The author is great about fixing issues and responding. A must have!!!  
(Version 6.1.1)

WIZZARD1  This is an excellent piece of software and I haved used it regularly over the last few years.  
(Version 6.1.1)

WIZZARD1  Not too sure where the negative to the developer and the applications has come from? I have went back and read all the reviews but I can find nothing that would evoke such negativity.

I have worked with the developer in the past and have been a beta tester of iRachet.

"Mister Rogers" has been nothing but professional in all the dealings that I have been part of. He has accepted my critiques and feature request with grace and expediency.

Anytime there has been an issue, the issue is fixed and a new build is released.

I use this software and it is hands above anything else out there for the price. I have the other software from the other vendors and they work well but I like the interface and the easy nature that iRatchet handles my business needs.

I firmly believe in reviews no matter how critical in nature but one must remember software is like art and it is one person's or one company's interpretation of a need - business or otherwise and it should be respected.

I am not too sure what expectations are being demanded but try the software and if it does not meet your needs than try and use somthing else; do not trash the developer because it is not what you want or like to see.

Please keep any nasty or slamming comments to yourself unless you can thoroughly justify your comments through fact and not fiction or personal conviction.

It is time to act like an adult, respond like an adult, and comment like an adult - not like the whiny kids that may come across in the reviews.

I pose a challenge to all you whiny folks - develope something better and go through all the processes necessary to put it out there like the develope has - maybe then the shoe will be on the other foot and maybe you will have some respect for another person's work.  
(Version 1.7.1)

WIZZARD1  Might be nice if the site was in English and/or it was explained that it is not in English but French - can't really read anything and I don't install pkg files without being able to read what they are supposed to do.  
(Version 1.0b)

WIZZARD1  Has some interesting features and a great price. Drag and drop without re-typing is a very good thing especially if you own and license alot of software - like I do.  
(Version 3.1.1)

WIZZARD1  and to clarify - my posts (multiples of late) and been happening with IE 7, submit button seems to be acting up - which is an apolgize and an ask for deleting of the multiple records - and a ban is necessary as i can well afford to buy the software - posts an action without knowing the cause is kinda premature and hasty. too quick to jump ..

again apologies for my flakey IE posts - now using another browser that does not seem to have this issue  
(Version 3.1)

WIZZARD1  Hopefully this will help to edit the information in the DRM free itunes.

Less expensive than Fisson  
(Version 3.1)

WIZZARD1  INteresting software. I have used it in the past but I was not ready to beginning using it. Excellent so far. Keep up the good work  
(Version 1.0.2)

WIZZARD1  Works fine, however VPN access (pass thru), etc is still not implemented and mac's can not access fat32 drives connected to the router.  
(Version )

WIZZARD  removing the 1.1.3 from the installer file works just fine on Tiger. Thanks muchly. Software works great as well.  
(Version 1.1.3)

WIZZARD  I have tried pretty much everything including copying it to the desktop. It still will not run or installing. It has a scripting error about not finding a dictionary. I only have English on my system so did LaCie use some other language for this. LaCie, please fix your app so it will install anywhere; need it for backup purposes. Thanks.  
(Version 1.1.3)

WIZZARD  The installer is broken .. it does not work no matter whether you download the .sit or .dmg. Lacie needs to fix this but there is no support email to reference to make them aware of this.  
(Version 1.1.3)