Compaq Start your wireless network with Linksys, Rev up your new PC with a memory upgrade

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Start your wireless network with Linksys

Start your wireless network with Linksys

Share your high-speed Internet connection, files, printing, and more— all without stringing wires! The Linksys Wireless-G broadband router is an all-in- one Internet-sharing router, 4-port switch, and 54 Mbps Wireless-G access point. Almost 5 times faster than 802.11b, it can also interoperate with any 802.11b device (at 11 Mbps).

Add a Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter to your desktop, and connect it to a wireless network at up to 54 Mbps, without opening the case. The adapter plugs easily into a USB 2.0 port and is also compatible with Wireless-B networks (at 11 Mbps). It’s the easy way to connect your desktop to a high-speed wireless network!

Valid in the U.S. only

Rev up your new PC with a memory upgrade

With the combination of your new PC and a power-packing memory upgrade, you can easily work with multiple programs at the same time, and handle graphic-heavy software and games. From the Internet surfer to the gamer, more memory means better performance. Your software responds more quickly, and you can run several programs at once without annoying time lags.

Visit the memory store on hpshopping at www.hp.com/go/hpmemory today, and use the online memory configurator to customize your PC to fit your needs perfectly. You’ll find special deals on high-quality DRAM and DDR memory upgrades. Our HP memory has been specifically tested and qualified for your Compaq Presario PC.

Valid in the U.S. only

Available at www.hpshopping.com

Available at www.hp.com/go/hpmemory

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Compaq PC, a brand iconic in the history of computing, emerged as a trailblazer in the personal computer revolution during the late 1980s and 1990s. Founded in 1982 by Rod Canion, Jim Harris, and Bill Murto, Compaq was the first company to legally clone IBM's PC. This innovative feat laid the groundwork for the burgeoning PC industry, encouraging competition and driving down prices.

One of the hallmark features of Compaq PCs was their commitment to high-quality hardware and performance. The brand was renowned for introducing several first-of-their-kind technologies in computing, such as the first portable computer and the first to utilize the Intel 386 processor. The Compaq Portable was particularly notable as it combined the functionality of a desktop PC in a portable format, appealing to business users with its lightweight design.

Compaq PCs were characterized by a robust architecture, featuring expandable memory, and support for multiple add-on cards. This allowed users to customize their systems to suit personal needs, which was a significant selling point during the era of nascent computing. The company also adopted the use of DOS, specifically Compaq DOS, which provided an efficient interface for users and set the stage for future operating systems.

Additionally, Compaq focused on user-friendly software, including a suite of applications that facilitated easier navigation and increased productivity. Their computers were equipped with features like enhanced graphics capabilities and increased storage options, meeting the demands of both personal and professional environments.

In terms of design, Compaq PCs maintained a commitment to durability and aesthetics. The innovative “Compaq Deskpro” line, for instance, emphasized a sleek form factor that fit seamlessly within office environments, while also ensuring that the hardware was easy to service and upgrade.

The company continued to innovate with its ProLiant servers, leading the charge in enterprise solutions and eventual server virtualization technologies. By the late 1990s and early 2000s, Compaq expanded its offerings to include laptops, amplifying its influence in mobile computing.

In 2002, Compaq merged with Hewlett-Packard, and the Compaq brand has since evolved within the broader HP ecosystem. Nevertheless, the legacy of the Compaq PC remains a significant chapter in the evolution of personal computing, symbolizing an era of impressive advancement and competitive spirit in the tech industry.
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