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[United States release; policy in other countries may differ.]
March 31, 1992
IBM today began shipping OS/2* Version 2.0 to customers. The
operating system delivers three operating environments -- DOS, Windows
and OS/2 -- in a single package, offering unique value and
flexibility. Special introductory prices, including a $49 offer for
Windows** users and a $99 upgrade price for any DOS user, are part of
IBM's plan to firmly establish OS/2 2.0 as the PC operating system of
the '90s.
OS/2 2.0 also introduces the Workplace Shell*, a graphical user
interface (GUI) that brings to the IBM-compatible PC a superior look
and feel. In addition to native OS/2 programs, OS/2 allows users to
run familiar PC applications for DOS and Windows in a far more stable
environment.
Capable of exploiting today's advanced hardware, 32-bit OS/2 2.0
offers true multitasking, allowing concurrent execution of multiple
software programs. OS/2 2.0 ships with over 25 utility, entertainment
and personal productivity mini-applications ("Applets") such as a
Calendar, NotePad, Calculator and To-Do List. Adobe Type Manager**
for both Windows and OS/2 environments is also included.
OS/2 2.0 is an ideal platform for a client and server networking
environment, providing superior function, performance and reliability.
OS/2 networking offerings include LAN Server, NetWare** from IBM and
Extended Services. OS/2 LAN Server 2.0 and Extended Services will be
availabile on April 10, 1992. Extended Services consists of Database
Manager and Communications Manager.
Currently, there are more than 17,000 DOS, 4,900 Windows and 2,500
16-bit OS/2 applications available. With tens of thousands of
applications to choose from, OS/2 2.0 users have access to a
tremendously broad range of software programs.
In addition, more than 1,000 software vendors are developing 32-bit
applications for delivery in 1992, including Lotus, Borland,
WordPerfect and Novell. There are also more than 250 development tool
products available for OS/2.
To ensure that OS/2 2.0 will run on IBM-compatible PC platforms, IBM
has established a major original equipment manufacturer (OEM) test
laboratory in Boca Raton, Fla., in addition to its OEM test lab in
Basingstoke, England. At this moment, over 100 OEM models have passed
OS/2 2.0 compatibility tests, including models from Compaq, Dell,
CompuAdd, AST and Tandy.
As part of IBM's intention to support OEM 386- and 486-based
platforms, the company will work with all users who may experience
compatibility issues in the first 90 days of use, and, if a resolution
is not possible, the customer will be reimbursed.
OS/2 2.0 will be distributed as a single shrink-wrapped package which
will include IBM service and support for IBM and OEM equipment. All
users of OS/2 2.0 will receive:
o Free 60-day support via a toll-free number; and
o Technical information and message exchange through
commercial bulletin board services, including
Compuserve and IBMLINK electronic support.
This service can be extended for a nominal fee. In addition, OS/2 2.0
will be supported by IBM's HelpWare*, 1-800-PS2-2227. Users can order
OS/2 2.0 via a toll-free number, 1-800-3-IBM-OS2. These are end-user
customer telephone numbers, and employees should refrain from using
them in their own behalf.
IBM today also announced several introductory promotions. Through the
OS/2 direct order toll-free number, the following promotional prices
will be available until July 31, 1992: Current Windows users can
purchase OS/2 2.0 for $49, any DOS user can upgrade to OS/2 2.0 for
$99 and new users can purchase OS/2 2.0 for $139. These promotional
prices do not include shipping and handling.
As part of a previous promotion, any IBM OS/2 user can receive a free
upgrade to 2.0 until July 31, 1992. A manufacturer's rebate will be
available to Windows users who purchase OS/2 2.0 through IBM
authorized remarketers.
IBM will introduce OS/2 2.0 to the public through over 120 customer
meetings worldwide, followed by the "OS/2 To You" demonstration tour,
a travelling roadshow that will take place at customer facilities in a
"Big Tent" style. The tour begins today and will continue throughout
the year.
IBM will make OS/2 2.0 as widely available as DOS through an extensive
distribution network that provides convenient sales locations and
quality support.
A key component of IBM's broad-based distribution strategy will be
active support by IBM's aggregators, distributors and national dealer
chains, such as Computerland, Corporate Software, Egghead, Ingram
Micro D, Merisel, Intelligent Electronics, Microage Computer Stores
and Sears.
* Trademark or registered trademark of the International
Business Machines Corporation.
** Trademark of either Microsoft Corporation, Adobe, or Novell.
End of Notice
06/29/92
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David W. Levine -- IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center
dwl@watson.ibm.com -- (914) 784-7427
My Opinions, IBM's hardware. --