It’s enjoyable to read news and opinions about Apple in IT magazines–whether they are amicable or not–because it confirms that Apple is one of the “big boys”, eligible for the same criticism that all the other major tech companies receive.

This week, Apple receives commendation and condemnation in the same week: Commendation from Tom Yager for his great experiences with Apple hardware and software, condemnation from Ed Foster for its recent lawsuit against ThinkSecret.com.

Being that Tom Yager is the technical director for InfoWorld’s Test Center, his praises are something for Apple to be proud of. Read his praises in the article, Ahead of the Curve: Try as I might, I can’t wreck a Mac.

I hope it is believable when I say I am a bit underwhelmed by Mr. Foster’s article condemning Apple for its lawsuit against ThinkSecret.com. While nearly no Mac enthusiast is happy when Apple lashes out like this–especially when it is against “one of our own” in a Mac enthusiast site–we ought to recognize the validity of Apple’s concerns especially in this instance. If ThinkSecret’s reported rumors rang far too true to simply be rumors, Apple is wise for taking action and defending itself against unscrupulous individuals. Since such individuals keep themselves thoroughly concealed from Apple’s view, it is understandable that Apple pursue these individuals by attacking the organization that openly cooperated with such unlawful individuals. Anyway, enjoy his article at The Gripe Line: Apple As Big Brother.