Microsoft code names windows 95 stories Chicago origin
Microsoft confirms Windows 95 had evolving code names including Cairo Memphis and Daytona with city motifs. Senior VP Brad Silverberg recalls Chicago was intended but Cleveland was considered for the main nickname and Capone named email, O'Hare browser, and Nashville tied to Memphis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Microsoft
Cairo
Memphis
Daytona
Brad Silverberg
Personal Systems
Jon Lazarus
Sparta
Silverberg
Seattle
Spokane
London
Chicago
Capone
al Capone
O'Hare
Elvis
Nashville
Cleveland
Windows 99 aims to drive MSN profits and online revenue
The article notes Windows 99 as a distribution vehicle to connect users to the Microsoft Network, linking to the Internet. It explains MSN pricing contrasts with other online services and outlines revenue from online transactions, with Microsoft earning a percentage from user purchases and data transfers, highlighting Bill Gates’s interest in substantial profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Microsoft
Eddie Bauer
Bosnia
Netic Research
Bill Gates
Windows 95 rollout and features outlined by Microsoft
Windows 95 launches Aug 24 with a media blitz outside Microsoft headquarters in Redmond. The operating system promises Internet access via MSN, long file names, task bar, recycling bin, and true multi tasking, but old software may run slowly on older machines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Microsoft Inc
Microsoft
Redmond
Wash
Microsoft Network
Ammetica
Timothy Curran
Panasonic
Computer Products Group
Curran
Microsoft bets on growth in software and online services
Microsoft plans about 1.2 billion dollars in research this year a 40 percent rise after a similar jump last year to power Windows 95 the Microsoft Network and new games and education software. Apple counters with Copland an AI infused OS aimed at faster crashes reduction and tighter hardware software integration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Microsoft Corp
Microsoft
Tandy Corp
Tandy
Microsoft Magazine
Apple Computer Inc
Apple
Justice Tment
Cautious Views On Windows 95 Release Date
A mix of opinions from reporters and editors weighs Windows 95 against Macintosh and Windows 3.1. Some urge immediate upgrade and others advise waiting for first revision due to potential bugs and costs, while noting Windows 95 will be a major step up from 3.1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robin Stacy
Macon
Arizona Republic
Shay
Also Mentioned on This Page
Serich
MSN
Durvar
Salos
Saturn
Aquarius
Earth
Sati
Satur
Perseus
Sanarcay
L Franida
Astratorner Emeriaus
The
Mayon
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!