EPSON to ship Microsoft Windows 95 operating system with new Plug and Play PCS.TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 1995--EPSON and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :MSFT MSFT Microsoft (stock symbol) MSFT Movimento Sociale Fiamma Tricolore (Italy) MSFT Multi-Stage Fitness Test MSFT Master of Science in Family Therapy MSFT Macalester Students for Fair Trade ) Wednesday announced a marketing agreement in which EPSON EPSON Son of Electronic Printer will ship its future desktop and notebook products with the Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. 95 operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. . The combination of Windows 95 and EPSON's full-featured PCs provide users with the most easy to use, Plug and Play systems. The Plug and Play specification dramatically increases compatability and connectivity capabilities for the PC. Under the agreement, EPSON will market its PC products with Microsoft Windows 95 pre-installed. Throughout the year, both companies will implement marketing programs and sales activities to promote the Windows 95 operating system, including sales and technical support training and other combined promotional efforts. "Windows 95 means increased customer satisfaction because of its inherent ease of use features and with the plug and play capabilities they'll be able to realize the full potential of their PC," said Michael DeNeffe, director of PC product marketing, EPSON. A key feature of Microsoft's Windows 95 operating environment In computing, an operating environment is the environment in which users run programs, whether in a command line interface, such as in MS-DOS or the Unix shell, or in a graphical user interface, such as in the Macintosh operating system. is "hot swapping (hardware) hot swapping - The connection and disconnection of peripherals or other components without interrupting system operation. This facility may have design implications for both hardware and software. " of peripherals, including dynamic, automatic configuration management. This Plug and Play feature enhances the expandability of EPSON's PCs by enabling more simplified connection to peripherals, including printers and other commonly used devices. Another important feature of Windows 95 is support for the high-performance 32-bit x 86 architecture. This support allows EPSON's customers to exploit the multimedia capabilities to a degree never before possible. Future EPSON PC products will be based on the PC 95 Plug and Play architecture advanced by Intel, Phoenix Technologies and Microsoft. Plug and Play means users no longer have to worry about complex switch settings or arcane system commands to get their PCs up and running. EPSON offers an extensive array of technology products including ink jet See inkjet printer. , laser and dot matrix printers, color flatbed scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corp., a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day. -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: Product and company names used here are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. CONTACT: EPSON America Inc., Torrance Jan Marciano, 310/782-5161 |
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