Chief executive Gilbert Amelio and executive vice president Ellen Hancock abruptly resigned from Apple Computer today, leaving the company's leadership and future in question. CNET's NEWS.COM provides comprehensive coverage of the departures and their consequences.
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The resignations
Amelio, Hancock step down lead story No hugs, just hisses for Dr. Gil A CEO's golden handshake Apple execs criticize Amelio March 14, 1997 |
The future
Jobs and the succession Move may hurt bottom line Some hope in Apple products Live interviews, analysis CNET Radio |
The business
Cloners: Alliance threatened Developers: Resignation is opportunity Resellers: Change does little good Long, rough road for Apple timeline |
The background
Did Jobs sell stake in Apple? June 27, 1997 Apple spins off Newton division May 22, 1997 Apple loses $708 million April 16, 1997 Ellison still wants Apple March 27, 1997 Apple lays off thousands March 14, 1997 Amelio takes to the pulpit January 7, 1997 The Apple-Next deal December 20, 1996 Apple posts $700 million loss March 27, 1996 Amelio replaces Spindler February 2, 1996 |