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Compaq and Headlight.com Offer Free Windows 2000 Online Training with Prosignia Desktops and Notebooks

Strategic Insights

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Compaq, the world's largest supplier of computer systems, has teamed up with Headlight.com to offer complimentary Microsoft Windows 2000 online training with the purchase of all Prosignia Desktop 330, 340, and Prosignia Notebook 170 computers preloaded with Windows 2000. This joint promotion aims to enable small and medium-sized businesses to transition smoothly to the new operating system. Headlight.com, a leading provider of online training, will offer its courses to customers through Compaq's online training platform, Compaq Training Center.

Key Takeaways:

  • The promotion is valid from February 17 through June 30, 2000, and customers have until September 30, 2000, to complete their free training.
  • The Prosignia Desktops and Notebooks come pre-installed with Microsoft's new Windows 2000 Professional operating system, Office 2000 Small Business, and Norton AntiVirus.
  • Online training from Headlight.com will help users transition quickly and easily to the new Windows 2000 environment.
  • Headlight.com and Compaq have been strategic partners since September 1999 and have launched Compaq Training Center, which offers over 1,000 online courses at various price points.
  • Compaq's Vice President, iServices Division, Ray Frigo, emphasized the importance of offering complimentary Windows 2000 online training to simplify the transition for customers.

Statistics:

  • Over 1,000 online courses are available through Compaq Training Center, covering a range of subjects including software certification and general business skills.
  • The price range for courses on Compaq Training Center is between $12.95 and $149.95 each.
  • Compaq is the second-largest computer company in the world.
  • Compaq Computer Corporation was founded in (no specific date given) and is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices.

Sources:

  • "Headlight.com to Offer Free Windows 2000 Online Training With Compaq Prosignia Desktops and Notebooks", PR Newswire, Feb. 15, 2000
  • Compaq Computer Corporation website, about the company
  • Headlight.com website, about the company
  • "Compaq Training Center" online courses, Headlight.com

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