Technology and the Internet
Technology: Computer Associates’ move for El Segundo company comes after a slow response to its friendly offer.
Feb. 18, 1998
Entertainment & Arts
When the computer magazine they were working for folded 18 months ago, three Westsiders laughed their way out of adversity and into a business venture of their own.
Dec. 28, 1986
California
Cory Elliott took an unexpected drive recently.
Nov. 17, 1988
Nov. 13, 1988
Business
5:45 a.m. IT IS A cold, sunny spring morning in April, 2013.
April 3, 1988
In the ancient history before Oct. 19, 1987, John W.
Nov. 2, 1987
Acquisitions: Computer Associates says it will let its offer for El Segundo company expire to avoid a prolonged fight.
March 6, 1998
In what would be the largest acquisition ever in the computer software industry, Computer Associates International Inc. said Thursday it will purchase smaller rival Legent Corp. for $1.78 billion in cash.
May 26, 1995
Technology: El Segundo firm says $9.8-billion offer undervalues its prospects. Computer Associates says it will still seek a takeover.
Feb. 20, 1998
Science & Medicine
John Hopfield wants to make computers that are more like the human brain and less like electronic calculators, and if he succeeds, it could revolutionize information processing.
March 18, 1986