A.T.& T. forming alliances for wireless computing

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AT and T is expected to sign a pact with Go Corp as part of an extensive set of partnerships and investments targeted at making AT and T a formidable force in the wireless communication market. AT and T has also held talks with McCaw Cellular Communications Inc regarding the possibility of investments or a purchase from the cellular equipment vendor. Go Corp, which makes operating systems for pen-based computers, is expected to develop a version of its PenPoint system for AT and T's new portable computer microprocessor. While AT and T has taken over computer maker NCR Corp and developed a Unix operating system in a concerted effort to strengthen its place in the computer market, the company has had relatively little success in the arena. The mobile communications market is seen as AT and T's second chance.

Prepackaged software, Telephone communications, exc. radio, Computer programming services, Product development, Operating systems (Software), Wireless LANs, Operating systems, Investments, Partnerships, GO Corp., Wireless local area networks (Computer networks), Operating System, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Partnership, Wireless Network, PenPoint (Operating system)

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State Dept. contract gives Wang a boost

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Wang Laboratories Inc announces that the United States Department of State has awarded the firm a $841.3 million contract to supply and service midrange and desktop computers. The announcement by Wang is one of the first pieces of good news to come from the financially troubled firm in several years. Wang describes the five-year contract as its biggest ever, saying it calls for the firm to supply microcomputers, network equipment, midrange computer systems, communications equipment, technical support and training. Wang's stock jumped $1.125 on the news to close at $4.50 on Aug 21, 1990. Wang projects it will see a profit in FY 1991.

International affairs, United States. Department of State, Wang Laboratories Inc., Stock markets, Stock Market, WANC

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AT&T's computer contract

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AT&T wins a Department of Transportation (DOT) contract for the purchase of about 40,000 workstations. The contract has a potential value of $850 million over an eight-year period, the second largest government contract ever won by AT&T. Aside from the microcomputer workstations, the company will also supply local area network hardware and software to link the machines. The contract specifies microcomputers powered by Intel microprocessors.

Regulation, admin. of transportation, United States. Department of Transportation, Workstations (Computers), Workstations

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