Compaq Expands PC Purchase Program, Offering Teachers Favored Products at Exceptional Prices.SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 30, 1997-- Compaq Presario Presario is a series of desktop computers and notebooks from Compaq. The Presario family of computers was launched for the consumer marketplace in September 1993. Although HP has since acquired Compaq, the Presario name was not discontinued due to its marketability. 1090ES Portable, Presario 4170ES Desktop Added to Program Supporting the technology needs of teachers, both at home and in the classroom, Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :CPQ CPQ Compaq CPQ Conseil du Patronat du Québec (Canada) CPQ Configure-Price-Quote CPQ Conseil de Presse du Québec (Québec Press Council, Canada) CPQ Companion Parrot Quarterly ) today announced that it will enhance its Educator Purchase Program to provide U.S. educators the opportunity to purchase for their personal use selected models of their favorite Compaq desktop and notebook products at exceptional prices. At the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC NECC National Educational Computing Conference NECC Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (Norfolk, VA) NECC Net-Enabled Command Capability NECC Northeast Mississippi Community College NECC North Equatorial Counter Current ), Compaq unveiled plans to add a number of PC products to the Educator Purchase Program over the summer, starting with the Presario 1090ES notebook for education, the first portable computer to be offered through the program. In addition, Compaq's Presario 4170ES desktop PC is now available for individual purchase. Launched in February, the Compaq Educator Purchase Program provides K-12 and higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. faculty and staff a means to acquire the latest technology -- at special prices(a) -- for their own use. With a combination of educational and personal computing Refers to users working on their own computers rather than a terminal to a mainframe. Sometimes, the term refers to using computers at home for work and/or entertainment in contrast to business use only. See personal computer. features, products offered through the Educator Purchase Program support teachers' activities outside of the classroom. "Educators are constantly advancing their understanding and use of technology to enhance the learning process. Compaq listens to educators and is committed to providing programs that address their evolving needs," said Sue Collins, Director of Education, Compaq Computer Corporation. "By expanding our Educator Purchase Program to include a broad range of Compaq notebook and desktop products, Compaq is offering educators the latest technology at affordable prices so they can get their `homework' done." The Compaq Educator Purchase Program The Compaq Educator Purchase Program is open to teachers, administrators and staff at both K-12 and higher education institutions, providing them the tools to accomplish a variety of activities, both professional and personal -- from preparing lesson plans, to communicating with family and friends via email, to managing the family finances. Educators can now purchase their own Compaq Presario 1090ES notebook computer A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. for $2,599, or the Compaq Presario 4170ES personal computer with choice of monitor starting at $1,799. Both come bundled with Compaq's Teacher Productivity LearningPaq(b) -- a compilation of popular education software. These systems feature today's latest technology for multimedia computing, including an integrated modem(c) for Internet exploration and email communications, and stereo speakers with Spatializer(R) 3D Surround Sound An audio recording and playback system that uses five or more channels plus a subwoofer channel. See 5.1 channel and 3D audio. providing audio performance that rivals the sound quality of today's home stereo systems. Complete with a three-year limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. (d) and free hardware technical support, the Presario 4170ES and Presario 1090ES offer educators an integrated solution that is easy-to-use and easy-to-buy. The Compaq Presario 1090ES The Compaq Presario 1090ES is an innovative, network-ready multimedia notebook computer conveniently designed for users demanding the ultimate portability when traveling between home, campus or office. Loaded with Microsoft Works An integrated software package for Windows and the Macintosh from Microsoft. It provides file management with relational-like capabilities, word processing, spreadsheet, business graphics and communications capabilities in one package. , the Presario 1090ES comes complete with Compaq's Teacher Productivity LearningPaq that includes ClarisWorks(TM) 4.0 and HyperStudio 3.1 for Windows, an integrated 33.6K modem, a bundled Ethernet network PC card for instant Internet access See how to access the Internet. , a built in CD-ROM drive A device that holds and reads CD-ROM discs. CD-ROM drives generally also play audio CD discs by sending analog sound to the sound card via a 4-pin cable. For specifications of 10x, 20x, etc. drives, see CD-ROM drives. See CD-ROM, CD-ROM changer, CD-ROM server and CD-ROM audio cable. for fast access to software CDs, and a PremierSound Audio System, providing users maximum flexibility and full multimedia capabilities at their fingertips "Fingertips" is a 1963 number-one hit single recorded live by "Little" Stevie Wonder for Motown's Tamla label. Wonder's first hit single, "Fingertips" was the first live, non-studio recording to reach number-one on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in the United States. . The Compaq Presario 1090ES features 150MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. Intel Pentium Processor, 16MB EDO RAM (Extended Data Out RAM) A earlier dynamic RAM chip that improved the performance of fast page mode (FPM) memory in the mid-1990s. As a subset of fast page mode, it could be substituted for page mode chips. , and a 1.4GB Hard Drive to provide a powerful solution for teachers on the go. Availability Available immediately for educators in the U.S., the Compaq Presario 1090ES and the Presario 4170ES can be ordered by calling 1-800-836-0149, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (central) and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. (central). Compaq plans to add select models of its popular Deskpro desktop and Armada notebook families to the Educator Purchase Program later this summer. Compaq in Education Compaq is a leading provider of PCs and servers to the education marketplace, offering a broad suite of technology solutions and services. As a full-service computer company and the worldwide leader in the PC industry, Compaq delivers to K-12 schools, colleges and universities complete solutions for outfitting entire classrooms, school districts and campuses. Compaq's full array of networking products, servers, desktops and notebooks are sold through the Compaq Certified Education Partners Program. The company's popular Presario ES family of education PCs includes network-ready, multimedia notebook and desktop computers for schools. Schools can call 1-800-88-TEACH to find a local Compaq Certified Education Partner or to obtain help choosing the Compaq products that best suit their needs. More information about Compaq in education can be found at www.compaq.com/education Company Background Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune 100 company, is the fifth largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers, delivering useful innovation through products that connect people with people and people with information. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly Environmentally friendly, also referred to as nature friendly, is a term used to refer to goods and services considered to inflict minimal harm on the environment.[1] programs and business practices. Compaq is strategically organized to meet the current and future needs of its customers, offering Internet and enterprise computing solutions, networking products, commercial PC products and consumer PCs. As the leader in distributed enterprise solutions, Compaq has shipped over a million servers. In 1996, the company reported worldwide sales of $18.1 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products can be found at http://www.compaq.com -0- (a) All prices shown are Compaq National Education Prices. Reseller prices may vary (b) When purchased through the Compaq Educator Purchase Program. Both models available to schools with selection from LearningPaq collection. (c) When purchased through the Compaq Educator Purchase Program. Presario 4170ES sold to schools with Ethernet network card only. All Presario 1090ES models sold standard with Ethernet network PC card and integrated modem. (d) Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Call 1-800- 836-0149 for details. Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: Compaq Computer Corporation Janet Dean 281-514-0484 janet.dean@compaq.com or Miller/Shandwick Technologies Erin Farrell 617-536-0470 efarrell@miller.shandwick.com or Miller/Shandwick Technologies Ilana Reynolds 910-392-2348 ireynolds@miller.shandwick.com ireynold@wilmington.net.com |
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