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Life in the fast lane; fear of obsolescence has never been stronger than in today's personal computer market

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The rapid pace of technological innovation has caused the average computer system to become obsolete in only a few years. However, many consumers are getting tired of continually replacing and upgrading their systems. Some firms have changed their marketing scheme to cope with this problem.

Author: Laver, Ross
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1995
Purchasing, Computer industry, Computers, Digital computers, Marketing, Public opinion, Product obsolescence

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The games people play

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Research indicates that PC users waste an average of 5.1 hours a week using their computer for nonproductive tasks such as playing games or surfing the Internet. New products designed to monitor employees' computer activities are available or under development.

Author: Laver, Ross
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
Analysis, Usage, Microcomputers, Technological innovations, Labor productivity, Office workers, Labour productivity

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Confusion in the skies

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Canadians will face a bewildering array of choices as satellite TV providers begin to compete with cable television companies. Prices for the satellite TV hardware range from $499 to $999, plus a monthly service fee, but competition should bring discounts.

Author: Laver, Ross
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
Canada, Direct broadcast satellite television, Satellite television

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