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Mac OS X hangs

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments · Geek, Mac OS X

Well the Mac isn’t immunie to strange problems. At various times I’ve noticed syslogd (the logging daemon), the spindump and kernel_task all spinning at 100% cpu utilization. Not really clear what is causing it. In one case a flaky USB hub causes kernel_task problems which makes some sense.

kernel_task uses 70%+ often – Mac Forums
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Best way to get an iPhone 3G is to order from an AT&T Store

July 11th, 2008 · No Comments · Geek

Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About
Turnout appears to be heaviest at Apple’s retail locations, however many AT&T locations still be managing to sell out in under an hour. At stores where stock has run out AT&T is accepting orders that will arrive within the next few days. Alleyinsider surveyed 10 AT&T [...]

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