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Article Abstract:

Devices able to perform the functions of both computers and telephones will combine wireless computing and communications. By combining these functions, the devices will also be able to perform computer functions that require telephone links, such as sending and receiving facsimile messages and electronic mail. The devices range from hand-held sizes, such as Apple's Newton, to notebook sizes, such as technology that IBM Personal Computer Co is developing. AT and T's Personal Communicator 440 tablet computer is sized in between. The 440 weighs 2.2 pounds and measures 9.5 inches by 5.5 inches by less than an inch. The tablet computer uses a pen-based operating system and a new AT and T microprocessor. The 440 costs from $1,999 to $2,899, depending on equipment. Companies hope to bring the cost of these wireless devices below $1,000 soon, and under $500 eventually, probably creating a rapidly growing market like the cellular phone market in the process.

Telephone communications, exc. radio, Usage, Product development, Cellular telephones, Wireless telephones, Equipment and supplies, Wireless LANs, T, Column, Laptop computers, Portable computers, American Telephone and Telegraph Co., Personal communications services, Wireless local area networks (Computer networks), Laptop/Portable Computer, Outlook, Cellular Radio, Wireless Network, Pen-Based I/O, AT and T Personal Communicator 440 (Pen-based computer)

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The right machine, now and later

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Purchasing a microcomputer is potentially confusing and problematical, but it can be made simple. Choose software first. After that decision is made, the choice of an appropriate microcomputer is narrowed. Two standard family microcomputers today are the Macintosh LC from Apple Computer Inc and an IBM-or-compatible machine based on an 80386SX microprocessor. For some users an older, simpler technology such as an IBM XT might be sufficient, but the temptation to save money by minimizing features and technology can be a mistake. On the other hand, purchasing an exceptionally fast, powerful 80486-based computer with enormous storage capabilities is 'overkill' for many purposes.

Purchasing, Microcomputers, Buyers Guide, Purchases, Microcomputer, Hardware Selection, IBM PC (Intel-compatible system), Apple Macintosh (680X0-based system)

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