Game blocker to be installed on Windows
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The Microsoft Corp. is working on a product for its next version of Windows that will include software to screen out undesirable computer games for children. Microsoft is working with Internet advisory groups on what features are needed for the software which will be introduced sometime next year. The company is also attempting to work with computer games manufactures to imbed a coded rating system for their games.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 1999
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1,000 jobs will be cut by Texaco; cost-trimming moves aim at oil exploration
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Since Texaco Inc. reported Q3 earnings dropped 58%, it has made plans to save about $200 million per year. Job cuts in the U.S. and the U.K. will effect 1,000 workers. Other economies are expected from the exploration line of business. Not all analysts agree as to the effectiveness of the company's efforts, though.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 1998
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