Hot off their internet page! And there's lots more.
une 11, 1996, King of Prussia, PA -- The HDS @workStation, a $750 first-of-its-kind Network Computer that
combines integrated Internet access, Java and the ability to run PC, UNIX and mainframe applications, was unveiled today
by HDS Network Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ--HDSX).
With its unique combination of Internet, PC and legacy connectivity, the HDS @workStation is the first real alternative to a
personal computer for running PC and enterprise applications, running Java applets and developing Web pages.
"While other vendors are talking about products that only allow people to run Java and browse the web, HDS is ready to
ship the first low-cost, Internet-enabled PC alternative that does all of that, plus runs every existing application t hat
companies have ," said Arthur Spector, President and CEO of HDS. "The HDS @workStation, however, is much more
than a Web PC. Unlike other Network Computers, the HDS @workStation doesn't require companies to throw out all of
their existing software, because it allows users to run Windows, UNIX and legacy applications in addition to Java and the
Web."
Many industry analysts agree that a single-function Internet device is not practical, especially for corporate environments.
"Network computing and NCs won't be real until there is a modestly-priced, easy to use, secure desktop device that can
provide access to the Internet, corporate intranets, PC office productivity apps and legacy apps residing on mainframes
and minicomputers," said Eileen G. O'Brien, an analyst at International Data Corp. HDS believes it is the first to offer a low
-cost desktop device with this combination of capabilities. |
