As a result, a Data General computer could not run software written for a Hewlett-Packard computer.
It is compatible with software used on existing Hewlett-Packard computers in the HP 9000 Series 300.
Certain Hewlett-Packard computers are also thought to be vulnerable.
Mr. Smith said in an interview that he had discovered a security problem on Hewlett-Packard computers as well and had notified the company.
This led to his first book devoted to architecture of the Hewlett-Packard 3000 computer.
Dell will not recommend buying a Hewlett-Packard computer.
The program, which allows for the playing of video clips on a PC, will be a standard feature of every Hewlett-Packard computer.
This was based on Quantel's own hardware, plus a Hewlett-Packard computer for custom program effects.
Error Code Purple, an error message on Hewlett-Packard personal computers.
Personal computers are close behind; Wal-Mart this week announced plans to sell a deeply discounted Hewlett-Packard computer and printer.