> Has anyone on the list heard of or used a Mercutio Unlock Patch? > I am seeking information about it. > Like where to get it, what it does and what machines you can use it on or in. > Thanks for any and all help. > [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I quote below(doesn't mean I understand exactly what it means) from InformInit 8.1: <<MercutioHUnlockPatch (v1.0.1) (also know as FixMercutio) Under OS 8 (some people say 7.6.1, as well), there is a bug in what is called the "Mercutio MDEF," which is a type of resource which allows developers to customize the look and feel of menus in their applications. The bug is related to the way in which Mercutio affects the states of core QuickDraw graphics structures. In technical terms, Mercutio "unlocks" these structures. When another application or the System later attempts to access one of these structures, thinking that it is locked, unpredictable behavior results. The problem is manifested in intermittent crashes and freezes, the causes of which are very difficult to pin down. Many applications take advantage of the Mercutio MDEF, as do some elements of the System software itself, so chances are good that you use something which is affected by this problem. The "grand" solution to the problem is for Apple and developers to use a bug-free version of Mercutio. This is happening now, with Mercutio 1.5 being integrated into newer applications and upcoming versions of the Mac OS. However, since Mercutio is integrated into applications themselves, existing applications will still exhibit the problem until they are replaced by updated versions. The above files offer a "fix" for the problem by patching the System so that it does not allow incorrect unlocking of the structures described above. OS8/OS8.1 COMPATIBLE>> As for where to find it, if you need it, it shouldn't be a problem: Perhaps versiontracker.com, AOL's software downloads(keyword: Filesearch), search from google.com. You may want to research any info about it on macfixit.com forums. Saul Broudy ---------- Duo/2400 List, The friendliest place on the Net! A listserv for users and fans of Mac subportables. FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/DuoListFAQ.shtml> Be sure to visit Mac2400! <http://www.sineware.com/mac2400> To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Need help from a real person? Try. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ---------- Dr. Bott | 10/100 Ethernet for your 2400 is finally here! MPC-100 | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/mpc100.html> RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.com> Midwest Mac Parts ][ <http://www.midwestmac.com> After-market parts for Macs. ][ 888-356-1104 ][ MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879! Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com>
