Compaq PC brochure Special Adobe software deals, Experience the PhotoWorks Advantage

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Special Adobe software deals

If you’re ready to get more creative with your photos, you need Adobe’s complete solution for editing, organizing, and sharing your images.

Own a digital camera?

Share your memories with anyone.

Create slide shows, greeting cards, and more.

Fix common photo problems.

Organize and find photos fast and easily.

Want to create and share Adobe® PDF documents?

Easily create Adobe PDF files with one- button ease from Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

E-mail compact Adobe PDF files to colleagues, clients, and vendors.

Apply permissions that control whether users can view, edit, or print Adobe PDF documents.

Valid in the U.S. only

To take advantage of these great offers, visit this special Adobe Store page for HP customers at www.adobe.com/offer/115501

Experience the PhotoWorks

advantage

GET 15 FREE 4x6 prints*

enter code: C154-38-5165-31

High-quality prints off your PC and into your home.

Easy ordering

Speedy delivery

100% guarantee

1.Choose a photo in My Pictures.

2.Go to the Picture Tasks menu.

3.Select Order Prints Online, choose PhotoWorks, and order prints.

Make the right choice.

 

 

Click the camera.

Valid in the U.S. only

 

 

 

 

*Limited time offer

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PC specifications

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.