IBM To Offer Free Microsoft Windows 98 Upgrade
SOMERS, N.Y (May 08, 1998) – . IBM today announced that it will offer a free Microsoft Windows 98 upgrade, upon its release, to customers who purchase IBM Aptiva E-series and select ThinkPad systems at IBM authorized retailers and from IBM Direct Sales between May 1, 1998 and June 30, 1998.
“IBM wants to make sure that our customers have peace of mind when they buy our systems,” said Brian Connors, vice president, Aptiva Brand, IBM Consumer Division. “Knowing that the computer you buy today will be able to take full advantage of Windows 98 when it is available — and at no cost, should help deliver that peace of mind.”
Customers can receive more information on the Microsoft Windows 98 upgrade by contacting their retailer at point of purchase or calling IBM at 1-888-IBM-9698.
Source: IBM