ASCII Table is a utility for programmers. I decided to write it because the System 6 style Desk Accessory started crashing under Mac OS 9 and I couldn't find anything that ran natively under Mac OS X. Note: The headings on this list indicate the Macintosh System bundle names; the bullet points indicate the version of the System File included in that bundle. This is to make it clearer for people searching for specific bundle versions as opposed to System File versions. Finder File versions are not indicated. 1 Classic Mac OS 1.1 Macintosh System Software (0 - 0.3) 1.1.1 System File 1 1.1.2.
by U.S. Naval Observatory, 124+ Page Hardbound Manual,
Includes CD-ROM with PC (Windows) Software,
$29.95
MICA does not support Mac 64-bit operating systems, see notice below.
About MICA, The Multiyear Interactive Computer Almanac 1800-2050
The Multiyear Interactive Computer Almanac (MICA Version 2.2.2 ) is a software system that runs on modern versions of Windows computers created by the U.S. Naval Observatory's Astronomical Applications Department, especially for astronomers, surveyors, meteorologists, navigators and others who regularly need accurate information on the positions, motions, and phenomena of celestial objects. MICA produces high-precision astronomical data in tabular form, tailored for the times and locations specified by the user. Unlike traditional almanacs, MICA computes these data in real time, eliminating the need for table look-ups and additional hand calculations. MICA tables can be saved as standard text files, enabling their use in other applications. Several important new features have been added to this edition of MICA, including: extended date coverage from 1800 to 2050; a redesigned user interface; a graphical sky map; a phenomena calculator (eclipses, transits, equinoxes, solstices, conjunctions, oppositions, elongations), ephemerides of Jupiter's Galilean satellites and selected asteroids; the JPL DE405 lunar and planetary ephemerides; and updated catalogs of celestial objects, including a new astrometric catalog containing about 230,000 stars.
Notice Regarding the Mac Edition of MICA
July 2018
Apple has announced that 'all future Mac software will eventually be required to be 64-bit' (see https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208436). More specifically, Apple announced at its 2018 Worldwide Developers Conference that macOS 10.14 Mojave will be the last version of macOS to support 32-bit applications. MICA for Macintosh is a 32-bit application. USNO regrets that it will not be producing a 64-bit version of MICA for Macintosh, and thus will cease development work on the product effective immediately. MICA for Mac 2.2.2 stands as the final version of the product. MICA runs successfully on macOS versions through 10.13, although a workaround procedure (here) is required for installing the product under the most recent versions of macOS. USNO will continue to provide technical support for MICA for Mac running on Intel-based Macs and macOS versions through 10.13. Potential buyers of MICA should take this into account before purchasing the product.
MICA for Windows will continue to be developed and supported. Mac users may be able to run MICA for Windows in Boot Camp or within a Windows virtual machine, although this has not been fully tested in all virtual environments.
Owners of Version 2.0 can find the latest updates here.
MICA performs the following types of computations—Click on underlined text for more info:
Computer System Information
MICA Version 2.0 has been designed for modern computers running the Microsoft Windows® and Apple Macintosh® computer running Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher. MICA no longer operates under the Classic (OS 9) Environment. The distribution CD-ROM contains both the PC and Mac editions of MICA.
High Sierra is an update of MacOS which focuses mostly on back-end developments and a higher level of user security. As such, this operating system lays a foundation for future upgrades.
In essence, High Sierra took what was good with Sierra and developed it into a more comprehensive software.
High Sierra emphasizes the already-existing benefits of MacOS previous system, Sierra. There are few bells and whistles, but the changes are noticeable and positive. The Apple file system is the most significant feature it brought. It enables the storage and encryption of a large number of files. Thus, it boosts performance and helps manage device memory issues.
Apple also introduced new formats for video and photos in this version. These formats compress data - that’s a benefit as files can get huge with ever-rising resolutions. They added support for virtual reality headsets as well.
Besides that, when it comes to Safari, Mac search engine, there are some notable improvements with the update. The users can now control annoying auto-play videos, prevent tracking, and more. There are also notification controls, and you will experience a boost in performance, too.
The most noticeable changes took place in Apple’s Photo App, though. It went through a total revamp both visually in its interface and terms of tools and functions available. Many other discreet changes happened all over the system.
If you’re running Sierra on your Mac, you will be able to run this one as well.
Yes. Mojave, the newest version of MacOS, brought even more improved features to the table. However, if you can’t run it on your device, this is the second best.
High Sierra is not the shiniest upgrade Apple brought, but it’s one that sets the stage for new upgrades to come. Even out of that context, it’s a great operating system.
Yes, if your device can support it. The new options and better security settings are worth getting.
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