Ottawa-based Corel Corp. says it knows what is needed. Dr. Michael Cowpland, the chief executive officer, says that Compaq, the largest computer manufacturer, will bundle WordPerfect into its machines. As for the stock price, it does not yet reflect deals in the works, he says, including projects with Linux, a free operating system that is rebounding. WordPerfect users are hoping for the best, but lawyers' habits may be their own worst enemy. And if clients demand Microsoft, few firms have a choice.
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