Off-topic, but interesting (Fiorina fired)

From: Computer Collector Newsletter <news_at_computercollector.com>
Date: Wed Feb 9 10:45:33 2005

Hmmm, what do you think of NonStop being Intel processors? LOL, it's like how
Pontiac calls their new car a "GTO" -- just a brand, but how significant is the
underpinning technology? One has to wonder.

--- "Zane H. Healy" <healyzh_at_aracnet.com> wrote:

> >At the risk of starting a long and off-topic thread... anyone have thoughts
> of
> >substance (not just "she stunk") re: HP firing Carly Fiorina today?
> >
> >http://www.siliconvalley.com/mld/siliconvalley/10855541.htm
>
> Thoughts other than the fact that I was jumping for joy when my wife
> told me this a few minutes ago? I'm just hoping that whoever takes
> her place actually tries to sell their products. I'd really like to
> see someone that will push stuff like VMS and NonStop, instead of
> just trying to sell consumer garbage.
>
> Zane
>
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Received on Wed Feb 09 2005 - 10:45:33 GMT

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