Over 60,000 copies sold of previous editions--this book presents IBM's mid-size business computers, the AS/400 family. Written for non-technical readers, it covers the hardware of each machine, the software, object technology, and more.

This book takes readers on a guided tour of the latest developments of IBM's Advanced 36 computer system. The text anticipates the needs of anyone who's involved with the evaluation, selection, use or management of mid-range computer systems, peripherals networks, or application programs.

An overview of IBM's company-wide e-business strategy, the five core computer families, computer networking basics, and services business. A revised edition of Exploring IBM technology and products and services, 2nd ed. published in 1999. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Over 225 models and seven operating systems are explored as this book introduces the IBM line of computers and provides an overview of each model.

This nontechnical guide introduces RS/6000 computer products and features, including a hands-on session with the RISC System/6000 computer.