Author: Chris Carson
Date: 06:42:03 04/18/02
see: http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/ap/20020417/ap_on_hi_te/modular_computing_5 ""This is a full Windows XP (news - web sites) computer that fits in your pocket," said Colin Hunter, executive vice president of OQO. "Desktops are pretty much dead. Most people would prefer to have a computer they can carry around with them all the time." The 5-inch by 3-inch device runs Microsoft Windows XP Professional on a Transmeta Corp (news - web sites). Crusoe processor, of up to 1 gigahertz. It also bundles 256 megabytes of RAM, a 10 gigabyte hard drive, and two wireless networking connections — using the 802.11b and Bluetooth standards. A docking cable allows it to connect with an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. It can also be networked to an existing PC or laptop through an Ethernet cable or wireless connection. When undocked, the device's battery life is similar to a laptop's, at 3-8 hours, depending on use."
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