The new lawyering; Microsoft's Bill Gates looks at computers' impact

Article Abstract:

Bill Gates, CEO of Microsoft Corp, foresees an increasing impact of computer on the practice of law. About two years ago, he started a team at Microsoft to study this impact. Gates believes that competition is forcing lawyers to think about increased productivity, and that computers can help towards this end. Various means of networking such as e-mail and workgroup applications will help, enabling lawyers to readily share their knowledge and skills. The practice of law is based on communications, so technological innovations having to do with connectivity will always interest and help lawyers.

Analysis, Computer networks, Usage, Interview, Gates, Bill, Technological innovations

---

You'll get the picture; videoconferencing saves time and money

Article Abstract:

Videoconferencing saves business travel time and, due to developments in data compression which have greatly reduced costs, also money. Productivity also rises due to reduced travel time. Three levels of videoconferencing are available. Broadcast-quality transmission is still costly enough that it is used mainly by major corporations. Small-group systems may be the best choice for medium-sized law firms, and tabletop videoconferencing is a less costly small group system. Personal systems linked to high-end personal computers will soon provide serviceable performance quality.

Management, Videoconferencing

---

Notebook add-ons; getting the most out of portable computers

Article Abstract:

Several new developments and products in notebook computing technology are listed. They increase hard-drive storage space with data compression, facilitate file management and increase modem and printer quality. A recommended carrying case for the computer is also noted.

Innovations, Laptop computers, Notebook computers

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: The effect of a violation of the LMRDA on the outcome of an election. How to hold a union election and stay out of trouble
• Abstracts: In Whitewater's wake. (possible fate of Independent Counsel Act). Who knows best?
• Abstracts: Legal secretary of lawyer lite? Growing use of paralegals raises questions about their function. P.D. funding struck down; New Orleans judge cites mind-boggling work load, orders hiring increase
• Abstracts: Defense bar up in arms; lawyer's arrest is criticized by colleagues. NBC, agency relationship is under fire
• Abstracts: Ethics. The departing lawyer would be obligated to pay costs incurred by the law firm

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.