Mac Geek Gab #40: Over-the-Hill Discussions About Viruses, MacBook Pro Ship Dates, and More!

In their “over the hill” 40th episode, John and Dave talk about viruses on the Mac, discuss the shipping status of the MacBook Pro, and answer some listener feedback. There are some great rants in here by John and Dave, plus this show sees the return of the Geek Wish List! Don’t miss it!

Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 20th, 2006

Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Version (converted by Michael, aka Computernap!).

In their “over the hill” 40th episode, John and Dave talk about viruses on the Mac, discuss the shipping status of the MacBook Pro, and answer some listener feedback.

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Stuff mentioned:

• iPhoto
• XBattery
• Dave’s MacBook Pro saga
• MacBook Pro Line Upgraded
• Treo 650
• Skype
• X-Files – I want to believe
• TMO Weekly Roundup – Dave was on the Context Machine this week
• GarageBand
• Audio Hijack Pro
• NH Seacoast MUG
• Geocaching
• Mac Malware Concept Hits the Web
• Symantec
• Second Mac OS X worm spreads via Bluetooth vulnerability
• Diggind Deeper into the Leap-A Malware
• Gmail
• Newsvine
• – You’re downloading today’s show from CacheFly’s network
• MacGeekGab AAC Enhanced Feed – Thanks to Michael, aka Computernap!
• BackBeat Media Podcast Network

Podcast-related sites to visit (and vote for us!):

• Subscribe to the Mac Geek Gab in iTunes 4.9! – Show Details – Write a review!
• PodcastAlley – Vote (please!)
• Podcast Pickle
• PodcastingNews

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Theme Music: “The Answer”, written by Jeff Steblea and Brian Ayles, as performed by Go Figure.

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