One day, laptops could rule the world

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Laptop computers are becoming so technologically advanced that analysts foresee the day when they will replace desktop models as the premier machines in the office environment. The newest portable machines on the market highlight the diminishing gap regarding power and features, as compared to full-size desktop microcomputers, although some important differences remain. Desktop models are still considerably less expensive than laptop machines, however, and come with larger, more manageable keyboards. This last difference may change with IBM's recently announced PS/2 LA40SX portable. Additionally, color displays on portable machines are not only very large but also extremely expensive, although this may change rapidly once color displays are manufactured in higher quantities. Expansion slots, not found on laptop models, are an important selling point and allow for the customization and enhancement of desktop machines. Some analysts believe that, with advancements in technology and the reduction in costs, portable computers could account for 50 percent of the market by 1995.

Analysis, Usage, Computer industry, Technological forecasting, Trends, Future of Computing, Laptop Computers

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Hot new portables: great features, but wide price range

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A broad selection of portable computers equipped with color displays are available at prices ranging from $3,999 to $8,199. As image quality improves, and as color-dependent graphical operating systems such as IBM OS/2 and Microsoft Windows increase in popularity, color portables are likely to become even more prevalent. Zenith Data Systems has introduced the 6.5-pound Z-Note 325Lc with Ethernet network adaptors for $7,299. Dell Computer Corp's 7-pound 325NC color notebook lists at $3,999. Toshiba America Information Systems Inc's powerful new portable computer goes for $8,199. The display on a battery-powered portable is either an active or a passive matrix screen. In an active display, each pixel has its own transistor. In a passive display, pixels are controlled by transistors around the border of the screen. As a result, active matrix screens are much clearer than their passive counterparts.

Office machines, not elsewhere classified, Product introduction, Column, Dell Inc., DELL, Color, Notebook computers, Screens (Separation), Pixels, Comparison, Screens, Video Display, Computer Battery, Computer batteries, Zenith Data Systems Corp., Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Zenith Data Systems Z-Note 325Lc (Notebook computer), Dell Computer Dell 325NC (Notebook computer)

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