E-biz tops Dell's agenda; new PC designs on the way

PC giant Dell Computer unveils wireless laptops and a new desktop PC design at its DirectConnect conference in Texas, while CEO Michael Dell touts the importance of the wired economy.

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Jan. 2, 2002 4:43 p.m. PT

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PC giant Dell Computer unveils wireless laptops and a new desktop PC design at its DirectConnect conference in Texas, while CEO Michael Dell touts the importance of the wired economy.

Dell urges Net integration for businesses
Without using the Internet's potential--for everything from communication with employees to online purchasing--companies will have a hard time competing, Michael Dell says.

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Dell thrives with common-sense business approach
reporter's notebook A visit to Dell Computer headquarters demonstrates the no-frills attitude behind the company's success.

Dell pokes at Compaq, elegizes WebPC
Meeting with reporters following his keynote at the DirectConnect conference, CEO Michael Dell jabs at rival Compaq Computer.

Dell, Network Appliance parting ways
The computer maker is phasing out its agreement to sell Network Appliance's storage servers under the Dell brand name, executives tell CNET News.com

Dell boots beige with new PC design
At the DirectConnect conference in Austin, Texas, CEO Michael Dell will show off a redesigned version of the OptiPlex, the corporate PC that has been at the center of the company's rise.

Dell to show off laptops with wireless networking
The company plans to up the ante in wireless with new notebooks outfitted with antennas for connecting to computer networks and the Internet.