A pen for thoughts

Article Abstract:

IBM introduced on Apr 16, 1992, a portable computer that uses an electronic pen for entering data. The computer understands users' printing the same way other computers understand keyboard and mouse commands. Many computer companies are increasingly investing in pen-based, input-output technology.

Electronic computers, Analysis, Usage, Product information, International Business Machines Corp., IBM, Portable computers, Pen-based computers

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Better tidings: retailers are predicting that this holiday season will be more rewarding than last year's

Article Abstract:

The retail industry in Canada is reporting improved sales in 1992. Statistics Canada reports department store sales of $1.15 billion in October, a 4.3% increase over October 1991. The weak Canadian dollar has reduced the incidence of cross-border shopping, providing a boost to Canadian retailers.

Canada, Economic aspects, Retail industry, Retail trade, Statistics, Canada. Statistics Canada

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The microchip magicians

Article Abstract:

Microsoft Corp has 4,000 employees working on new products in an effort to bolster the company's $2.1 billion in annual sales. Chief among the new products being developed are those that involve multimedia, voice-activated computers and virtual reality.

Computer peripheral equipment, not elsewhere classified, Computer software industry, Software industry, Product development, Microsoft Corp., MSFT

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