John Lee writes:

> During yesterday's video conference, HP committed to the 3000 for 5 more
>  years.

The last firm promise I heard from HP was: "If we're still using computers in
the year 3000 A.D., there'll still be HP3000s in use." Personally, I intend
on holding them to that promise. I'll write back in 1003 years and let you
know if it's true.

>In this industry, isn't that equivalent to about a lifetime?

This industry is full of nonsense.

Wirt Atmar