Purchasers of those machines can pick up a mail-in coupon, good for the free upgrade, at retail outlets. For more information, please see the mail-in coupon. These products will bring a new level of simplicity, innovation and fun to the PC experience for users of all backgrounds. Windows Movie Maker, enabling PC users to create, edit and share movies online. New digital photo capabilities, allowing for simple importing of photos from scanners and cameras.
Users can preview, rotate, print, store and organize photos without additional software.
The newest version of DirectX for the best 3D graphics and richest sound available. The Compaq PCs not only expand their entertainment capabilities with the introduction of the new Windows Me software, they also bring the Internet to users more quickly and easily, facilitate networking between equipment at home and in small offices, and function in a more secure and organized way. Both machines also are equipped with Intel Celeron processors, 64MB RAM, 15GB hard drive, 40X CD-ROM drive and 56K modem. The 5BW250 also comes equipped with CDRW, NIC and Logitech QuickCam Express. In addition to these, another key benefit of the new Windows Me software, consumers can enjoy free access to the new Compaq Knowledge Center, a simple and fast service and support solution available 24 hours a day whether at home, in the office or on the road.