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Larry Jordan’s Monthly Final Cut Newsletter – Dec. 2011

Welcome to the latest edition of my monthly Final Cut Studio newsletter for December, 2011. This newsletter provides tutorials, tips and other information essential to the interested user of Final Cut Pro.

A Different Perspective On The Cloud

Jack Rickard sent me a very thoughtful analysis of why he is a fan of the Cloud that I want to share with you.

Feedback On Final Cut Pro X

Mark Whalen sent me his thoughts on Final Cut Pro X that I wanted to share with you.

Larry’s Thoughts On Final Cut Pro X

Final Cut Pro X was released just over 30 days ago — seems longer than that somehow…

Technical Definition: Stuff 

A quick, comprehensive definition of one of the most commonly misunderstood terms in our industry.

A Commentary on the Importance of Training

Ben Balser, an Apple-Certified Trainer for Digital Media, sent me the following commentary on investing the time to get trained. By way of background, Ben is a long-time educator and trainer.

How Long Does Video Tape Last?

This article grew out of newsletter discussions over the last few months and features thoughts from experienced tape editors.

My Philosophy on Upgrades

Nothing generates mail like a new version of software. But not all software updates work the way they are advertised. In this article, I describe an update approach that you can use to make sure that when you upgrade everything on your system works properly.

When Should You Upgrade to Final Cut Studio 2?

Deciding whether to upgrade to Final Cut Studio 2? Read this short note first.

When Should You Upgrade to Snow Leopard?

Snow Leopard, Apple’s latest operating system, is not for everyone. But it may be for you. This article describes what you need to know in deciding when to upgrade your system.

Thoughts on Teaching Technology

What makes for an effective technology teacher? What should we focus on? How do we avoid the “fear of the unknown” in our students? In this philosophical musing, I reflect on what I’ve learned about teaching technology for almost a decade.

Commentary: A Plea for Better Metadata Support

Recently, I got an email from John Bertram, an editor in Toronto, on why metadata support is crucial to the next generation of Final Cut Pro.

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