Linked List: July 17, 2011

Byte Retracts That ‘Sobering Look at Apple’ Column 

I can’t recall anything like this retraction. Good for Byte, though: the editor’s note is exactly right.

Michael Gartenberg: ‘Why Apple Dares to Change Your Apps’ 

Michael Gartenberg on Final Cut Pro X:

No matter your thoughts on the specifics of the app and what if offers, Apple’s moves here show a good deal about how Apple works, its overall strategy, and how it thinks about growing its business.

Many companies are institutionally afraid of change. Apple is afraid of stagnation.