Digital Equipment Corporation to Preload Microsoft Windows 95 on Systems

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Digital Equipment Corporation, a leader in open client/server solutions, has announced that it will preload the Microsoft Windows 95 operating system on its Plug and Play desktop and notebook systems. This move is part of a market development agreement signed with Microsoft Corporation, which will allow Digital's customers to take full advantage of the new operating system when it becomes available. The agreement also includes a Windows 95 market development agreement, ensuring seamless compatibility and ease of use for Digital's customers.

Digital has been at the forefront of innovative computer design, with its HiNote line of notebooks being one of the most talked-about portables on the market. The company's focus on ease of use, style, and portability has made it a leader in the industry. With the addition of Windows 95, Digital's customers will be able to enjoy improved productivity, with features such as built-in fax software and file synchronization.

Key Takeaways:

  • Digital Equipment Corporation will preload Microsoft Windows 95 on its Plug and Play desktop and notebook systems.
  • The company has signed a Windows 95 market development agreement with Microsoft Corporation, ensuring seamless compatibility and ease of use.
  • Digital's HiNote line of notebooks has been a huge success, with its unique features and innovative design making it one of the most talked-about portables on the market.
  • Windows 95 will expand the feature set of Digital's systems, allowing users to automatically configure peripherals, such as network cards.
  • Digital is one of five companies chosen by Microsoft to provide telephone support for Microsoft Windows 95.
  • The company's Authorized Technical Education Centers provide Windows 95 customer training on a worldwide basis.
  • Digital has been chosen by Microsoft to manage the worldwide client/server infrastructure for The Microsoft Network, which will be included in Windows 95.

Statistics:

  • Digital has signed a Windows 95 market development agreement with Microsoft Corporation.
  • Twelve months have passed since the announcement was made.
  • Digital has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, with remarkable growth over the past two years.
  • The company has more than 10 years of experience providing third-party support to small, medium, and large businesses on hardware, software, and networking products from over 1,300 vendors.
  • Digital's HiNote line of notebooks is designed to maximize productivity and efficiency through well-balanced systems design.

Sources:

  • Digital Equipment Corporation.
  • Microsoft Corporation.
  • PR Newswire, February 28, 1995.