Each processor will have a unique identiy code that can be accessed over the Internet. April Cyrix releases the MII processor. Fujitsu PC introduces the Fujitsu LifeBook E3600 notebook computer. Battery life is about 2 hours. At the MacWorld trade show, Apple Computer's Steve Jobs shows the iBook portable computer.
Battery power lasts about six hours.
August Advanced Micro Devices releases the Athlon processor. Apple Computer releases the Power Mac G4 computer. Apple computer introduces the Mac OS 9 operating system. November 5 US Judge Thomas Jackson issues his Findings of Fact, ruling that Microsoft has monopoly power over personal computer operating systems, and it uses that power to harm American consumers. December Microsoft releases Windows 2000 to manufacturing.