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To: Mike Learner who wrote (10395)	4/6/1998 5:32:00 PM
From: David K.	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 14577

Monday April 6, 1:11 pm Eastern Time Company Press Release Compaq's Armada 7800 Notebook Selected By Microsoft for North American Field Sales Force HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 6, 1998 Account Win Demonstrates Quality of Microsoft Software Running on Compaq Armada Notebook Computers Providing business leaders with the most advanced, up-to-date portable technology available, Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ - news) today announced that Microsoft Corporation [Nasdaq:MSFT - news] has selected Compaq's new high-performance Armada 7800 notebook as the platform of choice for its sales, engineering and consulting groups in the U.S. and Canada. ''Microsoft's selection of the Armada 7800, based on its unique combination of Pentium II performance and AGP graphics, validates Compaq's leadership in portable computing and represents a huge win for Compaq,'' said Mike Winkler, Senior Vice President and Group General Manager, PC Products Group, Compaq Computer Corporation. ''Microsoft's decision to demonstrate its most important software products on the Armada 7800 is representative of the confidence our customers have in our products.'' The Armada 7800 units feature Intel's 266-MHz Mobile Pentium II processor and Compaq's cutting-edge AGP implementation (Accelerated Graphics Port), providing impressive high-speed graphics and performance. An optional second hard drive and battery have also been configured for advanced functionality while on the road, and ArmadaStation II desktop expansion bases will be used for network connectivity and productivity at the office. ''The combination of the latest notebook technology and Compaq's reputation for reliability made the Armada 7800 an extremely attractive platform,'' said Don Jones, Microsoft's IT Director for North America. ''The integration of Intel's Mobile Pentium II processor, Compaq's impressive AGP features, and a large memory configuration enable Microsoft to put the latest technology in the hands of its sales force while providing them with the platform which is best suited for demonstrating the company's complete line of Microsoft software from Consumer titles such as Microsoft Fighter Ace to Windows 98, Windows NT(TM) and the Back Office family.'' The New Armada 7800 Performance Notebook The Armada 7800 is Compaq's highest performing notebook and an ideal solution for performance-intensive notebook users requiring outstanding graphics capabilities. It features Intel's new 266-MHz Mobile Pentium II processor with 512KB of secondary cache, offering maximum performance in processor-intensive, multi-tasking environments. The Armada 7800 is one of the industry's first notebooks to incorporate an AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) implementation, including a dedicated 66-MHz Graphics Bus. This technology, combined with an integrated S3 ViRGE/MX 64- bit Graphics Controller with 4MB of SGRAM, provides users with unmatched 3D graphics acceleration, extensive simultaneous display capability with same image support, enhanced 2D/3D performance, 24-bit true color and higher resolution. The Armada 7800 also offers such powerful features as a 64MB high-speed Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) standard, an integrated AC adapter, a brilliant 13.3-inch color TFT (thin film transistor) 1024 x 768 display for easy viewing and a 20X Max. CD-ROM(a) with dual integrated speakers, Compaq PremierSound and a USB port. Company Background Founded in 1982, Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune 100 company, is a global information technology company. Compaq is the fifth largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers. With worldwide sales of $24.6 billion in 1997, Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, networking products, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products can be found at compaq.com or by calling 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. Product information and reseller locations can be obtained by calling 1-800-345-1518. Compaq North America is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Its products and services are sold and supported through a network of more than 25,000 commercial and consumer marketing partners across the United States and Canada. Historical financial results have been restated to reflect the pooling of Tandem. 0- (a) 20X Max. CD-ROM drive transfer rates may vary from 1200 to 3000 Kbps. Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Microsoft is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

To: Mike Learner who wrote (10395)	4/6/1998 10:56:00 PM
From: Don Earl	Respond to of 14577

Hi QuoteGuy, I was wondering if anyone else was picking up on that. It does raise some interesting questions when you put it with this article from Feb. techweb.com plus the 40 patents licensed from Cirrus. The ANALysts seem puzzled about what they might be building. My guess is that Billy G. has a pretty good idea what it will be. The market for a $500 PC that does a good job playing video games would be staggering. Hmmmmm...... Regards, Don