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From: harnyo@netcom.UUCP (Suwandi Harnyo)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.ibm.pc
Subject: Re: Is the XT dead?
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Date: 29 Sep 89 01:57:03 GMT
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> Are 8086/8088-based machines obsolete? Nearly so? How long have they got?
>

In my opinion, as long as the 8088/8086 based machines constitute
more than 50% of the total PCs out there, I would not worry too
much. The reason is if I am the software developer, I would make
sure that my software would run on all type of PCs, instead of
abandoning the other 50% of the potential market.

My suggestion is if your main use is to do simple word-processing,
and light, personal use, then may be you may want to get XT. It's cheaper
too. On the other hand, if you are using it for software development,
or heavy database or spreadsheet calculation, go for the 386 or 386SX.
Judging from the prices for 286 and 386SX, I would recommend getting
the 386SX directly.

Hope it helps !





Andy



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