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25/10/2001
Windows XP launched despite economic climate
US software giant Microsoft has launched the latest version of its Windows product, XP.
With a marketing campaign worth $250 million, the XP is believed to be the biggest advance in Microsoft’s product portfolio since the launch of the Windows 95.
The new operating system is said to offer improved reliability and built-in multimedia functions. It will also feature an unprecedented number of applications, such as a web browser, an e-mail program and instant messenger.
But, aside from fears over the recent downturn in world economic fortunes, there are concerns that consumers may prove reluctant to adopt XP, given that many will need to buy a new computer to use it.
However, computer manufacturers hope Windows XP will give the ailing PC industry a much needed boost as global shipments of PCs have tumbled by over 10 per cent in the third quarter, its first decline since 1986, according to recent figures. (MB)
With a marketing campaign worth $250 million, the XP is believed to be the biggest advance in Microsoft’s product portfolio since the launch of the Windows 95.
The new operating system is said to offer improved reliability and built-in multimedia functions. It will also feature an unprecedented number of applications, such as a web browser, an e-mail program and instant messenger.
But, aside from fears over the recent downturn in world economic fortunes, there are concerns that consumers may prove reluctant to adopt XP, given that many will need to buy a new computer to use it.
However, computer manufacturers hope Windows XP will give the ailing PC industry a much needed boost as global shipments of PCs have tumbled by over 10 per cent in the third quarter, its first decline since 1986, according to recent figures. (MB)
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27 August 2001
Microsoft Windows XP lined up for October release
Microsoft is expected to begin supplying its controversial new computer-operating system, Windows XP, to PC manufacturers from Friday.
Microsoft Windows XP lined up for October release
Microsoft is expected to begin supplying its controversial new computer-operating system, Windows XP, to PC manufacturers from Friday.
03 December 2001
City Council signs up for Microsoft XP software
Belfast City Council is among the first organisations in Ireland to sign up as an enterprise customer for Microsoft’s latest operating system, Microsoft® Windows XP. All PCs and laptops within the Council will have the new software installed over a two-month period starting this month.
City Council signs up for Microsoft XP software
Belfast City Council is among the first organisations in Ireland to sign up as an enterprise customer for Microsoft’s latest operating system, Microsoft® Windows XP. All PCs and laptops within the Council will have the new software installed over a two-month period starting this month.
10 September 2010
SmartGlass Shines On ITV Daybreak
Dublin based SmartGlass International has supplied a large area of solar control SmartGlass to the set of the newly launched ITV breakfast anchor program "Daybreak". SmartGlass International has supplied a large area of solar control SmartGlass to the set of the newly launched ITV breakfast anchor program “Daybreak”.
SmartGlass Shines On ITV Daybreak
Dublin based SmartGlass International has supplied a large area of solar control SmartGlass to the set of the newly launched ITV breakfast anchor program "Daybreak". SmartGlass International has supplied a large area of solar control SmartGlass to the set of the newly launched ITV breakfast anchor program “Daybreak”.
31 October 2016
Product Design Workshop Announced By Invest NI
Invest NI has announced a free product design workshop to be held in December, aimed at helping businesses learn about successful product design.
Product Design Workshop Announced By Invest NI
Invest NI has announced a free product design workshop to be held in December, aimed at helping businesses learn about successful product design.
03 June 2011
Camden Group Warns Of Job Losses
A Co Antrim based company which manufactures PVC doors, windows and conservatories has warned it may be forced to make redundancies. UK and Ireland based Camden Group has notified all 500 employees by mail. Only three months ago the group boasted a £16m investment in R&D with the intention of creating 225 new roles.
Camden Group Warns Of Job Losses
A Co Antrim based company which manufactures PVC doors, windows and conservatories has warned it may be forced to make redundancies. UK and Ireland based Camden Group has notified all 500 employees by mail. Only three months ago the group boasted a £16m investment in R&D with the intention of creating 225 new roles.
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