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Abstracts: I.B.M. begins making fast, cheaper chip. Finding cellular callers in an emergency. Software flaw allows viruses within E-mail
Abstracts: IBM bends its rules to make a laptop; new process slashes development time. IBM hits snag in upgrading mainframes that could leave it vulnerable in a year
Abstracts: IBM bolsters lines of minicomputers, its AS/400 and 9370. IBM to unveil several models in AS/400 line. IBM to introduce various models of workstations
Abstracts: I.B.M. cleared by jury in a stress injury case; trial in Minnesota drew wide interest. Apple settles lawsuit on repetitive stress injury
Abstracts: I.B.M. cleared by jury in a stress injury case; trial in Minnesota drew wide interest. part 2 In southwestern Ohio, the breakup of AT&T sends 1,300 workers in search of jobs
Abstracts: IBM comes up with a PC design that clears clutter. Computer industry still needs to make PCs easier to use. Store these guidelines on computer shopping in your memory banks
Abstracts: IBM computers to be relabeled by Mitsubishi. IBM bets chips on looser ties to Intel, at times competing with close partner
Abstracts: IBM cutbacks fail to impress the street. IBM calls on two ex-officers two help in crisis; company says the return of Cassani and Rizzo is not a slap to Akers
Abstracts: IBM debt rating affirmed by S&P at triple-A level. Computerized new trading system for government bonds to be introduced
Abstracts: IBM, Digital expect losses for full year: most large computer firms had weak 4th quarter; Unisys sees turnaround
Abstracts: IBM discovers web-hacking preventative. Fashion coup at 'Dawson's Creek': American Eagle ousts J. Crew as TV clothier
Abstracts: I.B.M. does an about-face on pensions. Matsushita Digital TVs to debut in US stores. Marketing tool increases time to market, decreases cost
Abstracts: I.B.M. earnings beat analysts' estimates; revenues from mainframes declined but software was up 9%. Drugs to fight breast cancer near approval
Abstracts: I.B.M. earnings up a bit, despite hardware woes. I.B.M. offers profit warning for quarter. Microsoft developing electronic cash card
Abstracts: I.B.M. endures a rough day on Wall St., but finishes up. Sun Microsystems to buy Diba, a start-up. Computer sales slowdown falls short of indications
Abstracts: IBM escalates its legal battle with Comdisco. Oki subsidiary to lower price of laser printer. Americans' love of IBM typewriters outlasts company's; firm is selling the division that made its Selectrics; but millions still exist
Abstracts: IBM Europe seeks to recast PC market by launching clones under new label. IBM is mustering its forces to save OS/2
Abstracts: I.B.M. executive testifies on '97 Microsoft proposal. I.B.M. may testify for U.S. against Microsoft in trial. Microsoft rebuttal reinterprets old e-mail
Abstracts: I.B.M. expected to name head for new global on-line unit. I.B.M. promotes executive who may gain top post. House that Lou built reflects a new I.B.M
Abstracts: IBM expected to unveil plan to cut costs; program may include offer for early retirement and some plant closings
Abstracts: IBM fashions options plan for managers. IBM's Gerstner received a 26% raise in 1997 salary and bonus to $6 million
Abstracts: IBM gets warm reception for $1.8 billion issue, but loss of top rating forces higher yields. IBM leads stock prices down 35.40; continued inaction by Fed aids slump; bonds drop 1/4 point
Abstracts: IBM gives data on two 'Baby Blues,' coming closer to goal of reorganizing. IBM presses toward goal of supplanting Apple as teacher's pet in U.S. classrooms
Abstracts: IBM goes casual, drops white shirts, and plans a woodsier headquarters. IBM plans revamps, hints at price cuts
Abstracts: IBM grants Gerstner pay package valued at up to $3.5 million; compensation includes bonus if new executive reaches certain performance goals
Abstracts: IBM 'help' plan for PC users angers dealers. IBM said to plan computers for use in mobile systems. PC complexity confounds many dealers; 'server' lines put some buyers in frustration mode
Abstracts: IBM, in its dress shoes, chases software success. I.B.M. introducing Merlin, its latest OS/2 software; business system is no match for Microsoft
Abstracts: IBM, in its dress shoes, chases software success. Virtual recruiter: software that reads resumes. I.B.M. names 2 to fill vacancy at top of Lotus
Abstracts: IBM, Intel agreement sets cooperation in design of processors for future PCs. IBM asks firms to make cards for PS/2 line
Abstracts: IBM, Intel agreement sets cooperation in design of processors for future PCs. part 2 U.S. Memories says IBM to grant access to chip-making data
Abstracts: IBM introduces file-server line and laser printer. IBM shows off its latest mainframe gear, outlines plan to bolster faltering line
Abstracts: IBM introduces line of workstations; industry analysts impressed by prices. IBM announces new product line of disk drives
Abstracts: IBM introduces line of workstations; industry analysts impressed by prices. part 2 IBM unveils long-awaited mainframes
Abstracts: IBM is close to deal on phone service over the Internet. With cable deal, AT&T makes move to regain empire; $31 billion TCI purchase; product of 1996 deregulation may increase competition for local phone service
Abstracts: IBM is delaying its introduction of workstation. IBM set to unveil a workstation with more power. IBM to delay its introduction of workstation
Abstracts: IBM is ending Olympics deal in cost dispute. IBM and Equifax join forces to market certification for Internet transactions
Abstracts: IBM is ending Olympics deal in cost dispute. IBM to name MCI's Maine finance chief. IBM retreats from selling simple NetPCs
Abstracts: IBM is expected to delay introduction of updated OS/2 version for 3 months. Computer Associates to unveil strategy to bring order to its software products
Abstracts: IBM is expected to delay introduction of updated OS/2 version for 3 months. part 2 Apple, Novell join to develop new software
Abstracts: IBM is expected to form personal computer unit; new subsidiary would be biggest maker of PCs, include many functions
Abstracts: IBM is expected to post higher profit; Hewlett-Packard gains are forecast. Wang reports widened loss for 4th period; changes and write-downs totaled $496.7 million; revenue declined 13%
Abstracts: IBM is expected to unveil expansion in capabilities of CallPath software. Xerox to unveil workstation and software
Abstracts: IBM is expected to unveil PCs in October that compete with Compaq file servers. IBM to reduce radiation from future VDT models
Abstracts: IBM is forming wholly owned unit in U.S.S.R. Vittorio Cassoni hops Atlantic again leaving Olivetti for as top spot at Xerox
Abstracts: IBM is getting off to a quick start in pen-based PCs. IBM shares seem to exit a yearlong slump on improving prospects for new mainframes
Abstracts: I.B.M. is going casual but it's staying put. The strategy for I.B.M.: loss-leader PC sales. Is this the factory of the future? On the Internet clock, middlemen are turning into manufacturers
Abstracts: IBM is likely in 1992 to trim 20,000 positions. IBM to split up mainframe unit in restructuring. Unisys reports loss for third quarter and plans layoffs as chairman resigns
Abstracts: IBM is offering workers prizes to hawk OS/2. IBM lowers workstation price tags. Workstation shifts expected as IBM stirs
Abstracts: IBM is seeking to force ouster of Lotus board; move puts intense pressure on the software maker to negotiate sale pact
Abstracts: IBM is seeking to sell its printer business. Amdahl to announce mainframe units that will trim IBM speed-lead period
Abstracts: IBM is seen disbanding a unit set up to develop PC software applications. Painful birth; creating new software was agonizing task for Mitch Kapor firm; despite expert's experience, job repeatedly overran time and cost forecasts; a line: "%3.0f %6.1f/n" ...
Abstracts: IBM is selling rest of Rolm to Siemens AG. IBM to set up office products business as separate line, clearing way to sale
Abstracts: IBM is to unveil a faster version of Intel Corp chip. Perkin-Elmer may sell unit to U.S. firm. Kyocera Corp. of Japan agrees to buy AVX; planned all-stock purchase, valued at $561 million, reflects trade frictions
Abstracts: IBM is to unveil a faster version of Intel Corp chip. Semiconductor indicator falls to 9-year low. Intel Corp.'s profit for first quarter just tops forecasts
Abstracts: IBM Japan unit posts 32% drop in 1991 earnings. NEC sets drive into Europe to sell PCs. Nippon Steel, in a diversification move, to make, sell notebook-sized computers
Abstracts: IBM leads stock prices down 35.40; continued inaction by Fed aids slump; bonds drop 1/4 point. IBM's fall pulls stocks down again; recovery in question as profits slip; bonds rise, dollar eases
Abstracts: IBM-led trio begins campaign touting its e-commerce services. IBM touts its Web-consulting services
Abstracts: IBM, Microsoft are deadlocked over royalties. IBM, Novell to announce marketing pact. IBM, Microsoft develop pacts on PC software
Abstracts: IBM, Microsoft, in bid to revive sales of OS/2, will make it more available. Line dividing workstations and PCs blurs
Abstracts: IBM, Motorola plan radio link for computers. IBM, Microsoft develop pacts on PC software. IBM invites Motorola to join a project to boost U.S. semiconductor expertise
Abstracts: IBM, Motorola produce chip prototype, showing first result of pact with Apple. Low-priced IBM home computer to be introduced in early summer; move will mark new effort to succeed in market where firm has lagged
Abstracts: IBM mulls making its business lines more independent. IBM sets up extensive bonus program for 1992 in bid to motivate employees
Abstracts: IBM net falls 92%; revenue declines 11%. As its borrowing expenses grow, IBM plans new measures to raise, save cash
Abstracts: IBM net falls 92%; revenue declines 11%. Commodore posts fiscal 4th-period loss, sparking plunge in firm's share price
Abstracts: IBM net fell 75% in quarter on a big charge; disappointing year ended with net 35% off; firm vague on 1990 outlook
Abstracts: IBM official says company won't sell clones, as suggested by other executives. PC industry pessimistic about 1990
Abstracts: IBM overhauls its mainframe computers; redesign comes amid falling prices and new rivals. Amdahl plans most powerful mainframes yet; biggest model has 323 mips, much more than IBM's, but won't appear soon
Abstracts: IBM pension plan changes are expected to entice thousands of workers to retire. IBM launches retirement plan to cut outlays
Abstracts: IBM pension plan changes are expected to entice thousands of workers to retire. part 2 IBM's use of two firms to recruit a CEO is double trouble for other companies
Abstracts: IBM plans $3.5 billion share repurchase. IBM's Ozzie, Star Software developer, is leaving to start computer venture
Abstracts: IBM plans $3 billion charge and about 20,000 job cuts; revamping plan will make units more independent, may lead to divestitures
Abstracts: IBM plans huge cutback, sets $2.1 billion write-off; computer giant also raises buy-out cost estimate as worker exodus grows
Abstracts: IBM plans to allow software customers to browse, and buy, via compact disk. Big Blue launches ads with attitude, targeting Microsoft
Abstracts: IBM plans to allow software customers to browse, and buy, via compact disk. part 2 IBM posts big rise in net for period, but sales were soft
Abstracts: IBM plans to cut 4,500 positions from marketing. Broderbund expects operating profit to fall below year-earlier results
Abstracts: IBM ponders possible role for Meyerson. IBM is planning $2 billion charge to slash jobs: second-quarter write-off to cover 50,000 people twice earlier forecast
Abstracts: IBM posts $8.04 billion 2nd-period loss, halves dividend, plans 35,000 job cuts. IBM warns Wall Street to brace for poor quarter; company says drops in net, revenue for 2nd period will exceed expectations
Abstracts: IBM posts dismal 3rd-quarter results; aides given new powers to urge layoffs; European sales woes cited as stock falls by 6.6%; PC business bloodied
Abstracts: I.B.M. posts first annual profit since 1990. Apple Computer posts loss; sale advice may be sought; Compaq profit rose 65% in first quarter
Abstracts: IBM posts loss of $285 million for first period: mainframe sales plunged; firm doesn't expect a quick turnaround
Abstracts: IBM prepares $1 billion campaign, new products to push software. Computer firms had better 3rd quarter
Abstracts: IBM profit climbs 65%, beating forecasts; across-the-board strength, especially in hardware, fuels 16% revenue gain
Abstracts: IBM profit rose 10% in 3rd period, topping estimates, amid robust sales. Intelligent Electronics, wiser now, returns to a profit
Abstracts: IBM pulls plug on store sales of its desktops. With PC ads on hold, Ziff-Davis takes a hit. EMC posts rise of 47% in net, 33% in revenue
Abstracts: IBM puts revised workhorse centerstage. IBM names two executives to top committee. IBM initiates buyout plan for employees
Abstracts: IBM reports higher profits, but stock slips. IBM Credit unit posts 9.5% gain in annual profit. IBM reports profit jump; stock surges
Abstracts: IBM revamps global units, sets one brand. Why Big Blue still sings praises of mainframes. Down on upgrades; PC sales growth slows as corporate ardor for new models cools; some firms start to figure the machines they have are powerful enough; still rising, but not as fast
Abstracts: IBM's $3.5 billion stock buyback plan adds to the $10 billion already spent. IBM is offering to buy back preferred stock; move could use $1.1 billion of huge cash hoard to cut dividend costs
Abstracts: IBM's Akers expects 1991 base pay to be cut 40% to less than $1.6 million. Boutique firm, in bidding for IBM line, bets on new sales strategy, leaner force
Abstracts: IBM says net rose, warns on Asia effect. IBM posts 13% drop in first-quarter net; despite weak sales gain, computer firm signals its cautious optimism
Abstracts: IBM scenario for succession grows murky: as one top official leaves, Akers may be looking at younger executives
Abstracts: I.B.M.'s chip sandwich: packing in a lot of power. Intel's new processor line to focus on Internet links. Whoosh! The next Pentium
Abstracts: I.B.M.'s chip sandwich: packing in a lot of power. Memory takes new shape. New ways to play MP3 music, without plugs or speakers
Abstracts: IBM scientists create a switch with one atom. Scientists produce an electronic device that mimics the behavior of brain cell
Abstracts: IBM's commitment to project management. Do IT professionals need business acumen to build effective partnerships
Abstracts: IBM's Conti plans to retire at end of year. IBM positions some managers for bigger tasks. IBM names head of semiconductors to U.S. staff post
Abstracts: IBM's earnings climbed sharply in first quarter; profit more than tripled as revenue rose 18%; news spurs stock price
Abstracts: IBM, Sears explore selling Prodigy on-line service; after $1 billion investment, move would illustrate pressure from Internet
Abstracts: IBM seems likely to pick RJR's Gerstner as its CEO; probable choice is thought to be textbook manager who'd cut fat quickly
Abstracts: IBM sets accord with AT&T, and will re-enter laptop market. IBM to unveil plan to build clone of Apple's Macintosh; former rivals to produce new operating system; Motorola to make chips
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