Immigrants are networking: ethnic industry groups grow in Silicon Valley

Article Abstract:

The number of ethnic networks in Silicon Valley is increasing to satisfy the entrepreneural needs of immigrants. These ethnic networks help immigrants get a leg up on the area's business scene, helping the fledgling business of the immigrants get in contact with more established businesses. These ethnic networks also enable the immigrant entrepreneur gain credibility among financing institutions. Immigrants account for 23% of the Silicon Valley workforce, with Chinese-Americans forming bulk of the group with 60,000 to 70,000 members.

Electronic computers, Computers, Social aspects, Economic aspects, Demonstrations and protests, Silicon Valley, Immigrants, Social networks

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PC shipments grow strong

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The recovery of the Asian economy and the continued drop in prices of personal computers (PCs) contributed to the rise of PC shipments in the Asia-Pacific region. According to a report of the International Data Corp. Asia/Pacific, 3.5 million units were sold for the second quarter of 1999. Other related factors that fueled the growth of PC shipments were increased spending for Y2K-upgrading and free-PC promotions made by Internet service providers in the region.

Analog & Hybrid Computers, Sales & consumption, Asia, Microcomputers, International trade

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