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Windows, Version 3.0, finally steps out

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Microsoft introduces its long-awaited Windows 3.0 graphical user interface. Most sources who have seen advanced copies of the program say it is worth the wait, making the DOS operating system as user friendly as an Apple Macintosh. Windows 3.0 works in conjunction with DOS, but acts as a graphics-based command system that can be manipulated by a mouse or with keyboard commands. Windows will work on any computer built around Intel's 80286, 80386, 80386SX and 80486 microprocessors, and it requires a hard disk and at least one megabyte of main memory. Microsoft expects to sell hundreds of thousands of copies of the software at $149, and two dozen computer manufacturers have agreed to include the software free with their new computers.

Software, Microsoft Corp., MSFT, GUI, Graphical user interfaces, MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows 3.0 (GUI)

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Battle in pen-based computers: Go takes the lead with new software

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Go Corp will introduce an operating system specifically designed for pen-based computers. The company's Penpoint software will be available at the end of 1991. Pen-based computing is expected to be the next large growth sector in the computer industry. Microsoft Corp, the company that dominates the microcomputer operating system market, wants to dominate the emerging pen-based market as well. Microsoft's rival Pen Windows operating system will also be available by the end of 1991, but users who have seen both systems say Penpoint is more advanced. Analysts say pen-based computers will appeal to field workers who find using a pen-based input device more convenient than a traditional keyboard.

GO Corp., Laptop computers, Portable computers, Operating System, Laptop/Portable Computer, Pen-Based I/O, PenPoint (Operating system)

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