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To: E_K_S who wrote (13213)	1/8/1999 1:15:00 AM
From: E_K_S	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 64865

Microsoft introduces computer networking system to compete with Sun 12.14 a.m. ET (0514 GMT) January 8, 1999 (http://www.foxmarketwire.com/wires/0108/f_ap_0108_3.sml) From the article: "...The Redmond, Wash.-software giant Thursday said it plans to extend its Windows software so that household appliances, computer devices and other high tech gadgets can all work together. <snip> Microsoft is introducing its so-called "Universal Plug and Play'' in a field already occupied by rival Sun Microsystems Inc., which has been publicly testing a networking software called Jini since July. Analysts say it's going to be a tough and important battle. <snip> The two companies are also battling for partners. Sun's include Canon Inc., Seagate Technology Inc. and Toshiba Corp., while Microsoft's supporters include Eastman Kodak Co., Hewlett-Packard Co. and National Semiconductor Corp..." ====================================================== It will be interesting to watch how the partners line up. I would assume it would be advantageous to work with both companies unless MS is using that exclusive contract language that locks out competitors. EKS