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[continued] component software and in-place editing lets us deliver solutions that address specific needs of the user without getting in the way. " OpenDoc is a cross-platform application architecture, which contributes to Apple's goals for fitting in. Apple is working with companies such as IBM, Novell, Taligent, WordPerfect and Xerox to ensure that OpenDoc is developed and enhanced as an open standard; available on the most popular personal computing platforms; works well over computer networks; and is interoperable with other application architectures, such as Microsoft's Object Linking Environment (OLE). In addition to OpenDoc, Apple's "Fit In" strategy is designed to ensure that Macintosh customers work well in mixed computing environments. As part of this strategy, Macintosh on PowerPC systems are expected to feature applications compatibility with existing Macintosh applications. In addition, options are planned for application compatibility with Windows and MS-DOS software. Apple also plans system-level compatibility with popular networking protocols such as TCP/IP and Novell NetWare IPX; interoperability with mail and messaging systems; and interoperability with a wide variety of personal-computer file formats. 1994 Product Plans —————— Apple plans to ship Macintosh on PowerPC this month, with an operating system that provides a robust foundation for future enhancements and compatibility with existing Macintosh applications. Plans for these systems include the option of compatibility with Windows and MS-DOS software. Later this year, Apple plans to ship a major release of the operating system, System 7.5, which includes a range of advancements in the areas of active assistance, customization, advanced graphics, networking and interoperability. Also in 1994, Apple expects to deliver OpenDoc to software developers. Future Product Plans ——————– Apple plans other major releases of system software in the coming two years. The first planned release is expected to incorporate OpenDoc and include further technology advances in the area of active assistance, as well as system-level improvements in areas such as multitasking, memory protection and data input/output. Apple plans to later deliver an even more advanced version of its operating system, which is slated to provide intelligent assistance, a fully exploited microkernel architecture and a significant advancement in graphics. on a lighter note;- WHAT driving to the store would be like if computer operating systems ran your car? MS-DOS: You get in the car and try to remember where you put your keys. Wi [continued in the reply]