What resulted was a dead simple word processor that could be had for 1/5 of what a new computer typically cost in the era, which was particularly attractive for the target market of schools.

See word processing. (2) A machine dedicated to word processing functions. See word processing machine. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction requires permission.

A computer that is specialized for word processing functions. Years ago, Wang Labs made its mark with dedicated word processing machines; however, after personal computers began to infiltrate ...

In comparison, these small electronic word processors could be purchased for ... but had enough similarities with a real computer that it has value as a training tool. To that end, the Writer ...

The woman who created and sold what many recognise as the world's first word processor has died aged 93. Evelyn Berezin called the device the Data Secretary when, in 1971, her company Redactron ...

Microsoft Word turns 41, and it isn’t at risk of becoming defunct. But its future looks entirely different to its past.

If you’ve used a computer, it’s almost certain you have used Microsoft Word. The aptly named word processor is one of the most influential computer programs in history. From schools to ...

Microsoft Word is a powerful word processor, but it can also be a source of frustration at times ... Sometimes you can ...