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Abstract: Compaq Computer Corp. this week laid off roughly 100 engineers responsible for developing Windows NT/2000 on the Alpha platform, several informed sources said. [Note:
Compaq has only discussed the 32-bit version of NT, it is still unclear whether this announcement also affects 64-bit Windows.]
PubDate: 8/1/1999
Abstract: Compaq's powerful Alpha processor is reaching a crucial juncture - will Compaq expend the effort necessary for it to challenge Intel's dominance, or is it destined to become another Betamax (great technology with no market)?
Abstract: Compaq Computer Corp. and South Korea's Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. are planning to announce Monday a preliminary agreement to spend $500 million to advance the manufacturing and marketing of Compaq's 64-bit Alpha microprocessors and computer systems.
Abstract: Compaq Computer Corp. and Red Hat, Inc. announced that Compaq will provide call center support for the Red Hat Linux operating system.
Abstract: As rumored since last fall, Compaq Computer Corp. has announced its acquisition of Inacom Corp.'s distribution business for approximately $370 million in cash. The deal will let Compaq re-engineer its supply chain, while cutting off indirect rivals Hewlett-Packard and IBM from a major distributor.
Abstract: Compaq has jumped into the home Internet Appliance game with its latest iPAQ offering. Is this a continuation of computer manufacturers attempting to create a market?
Abstract: Compaq and Dell have announced eight-CPU Intel servers, shipping in late August/early September.
Abstract: Compaq started shipping its eight-CPU Intel servers, the ProLiant 8000 and 8500, in late August. These are the first true eight-way Intel servers to ship.
Abstract: Expect Compaq to vigorously market the iPAQ Blackberry device line along with its messaging based hardware. This new strategic relationship will bode well for price conscious consumers due to increased production and therefore reduced costs, to meet the existing (and growing) demand for wireless messaging.
Abstract: Compaq and IBM will now cross-sell each other’s storage products, and will work together to make their storage hardware and software interoperable.
Abstract: Compaq recently was awarded a contract for the world’s largest supercomputer, which will use its Alpha processors. But what’s happening with their standard high-end machines?
Abstract: The desktop PC market is turning from a five-way fight into a three-way horse race, led by Dell, Compaq, and HP.
Abstract: Dell Computer Corporation has shaken up the PC Server market, in three years moving from the #5 US market share position to a solid #2 (and #3 worldwide) - and has set its sights on #1 Compaq. This note assesses its strengths and weaknesses in the ever-growing and increasingly important rackmount server marketplace.
Abstract: Compaq Computer Corporation, the #1 volume manufacturer of PC Servers, both US and worldwide, is fighting a strong challenge by Dell Computer. This note assess the strengths and weaknesses of its four-CPU rackmount servers.
Abstract: In what may be an attempt to cash in on the open source OS game, Compaq is hinting it may open some parts of the source code for its Tru64 Unix operating system.
Abstract: After much anticipation, Compaq’s version of a 1U-high (one 'rack unit') server is finally ready to ship.
Abstract: Compaq is simplifying its sometimes dizzying range of product offerings in its business desktop lines. This bodes well for their customers.
Abstract: Compaq Computer told financial analysts it plans to start selling more of its computers directly to customers, and this time the company says it means it.
Abstract: Dell Computer Corporation is the #2 Intel server manufacturer in the world. Can they beat Compaq and make it to #1?