Let’s see…our finely tuned psychic skills tells us it’s time for Apple to unveil their latest OS X Update. Oh wait, actually it’s the press release sitting here on the desk. No matter. The new Mac OS 10.4.7 “Tiger” Update is now available on Apple’s Web site and it’s recommended for all users. There are a number of general operating system tune-ups, along with some specific fixes for certain applications and technologies. Here are just some of them:
- Improved AirPort and Bluetooth wireless connectivity
- Audio playback in QuickTime, iTunes, Final Cut Pro, and Soundtrack Pro applications
- Ensures icons are spaced correctly when viewed on desktop
- Reliable access to Open Directory, LDAP, and Active Directory services
- Log-in and authentication in a variety of network environments
- RAW camera support, including updated ATI and NVIDIA graphics drivers
- Enhanced usability of Dashboard and widgets
- Searching iWork ’06 and Microsoft Office documents with Spotlight
- Saving Word documents automatically when using a network home directory
- Viewing of QuickTime streaming media behind a firewall
