Originally it was called Memphis, and then Windows 97, but Microsoft changed the name when it realized that it was going to miss its target 1997 release date.
Windows 98 offers support for a number of new technologies, including FAT32, AGP, MMX, USB, DVD, and ACPI. Its most visible feature, though, is the Active Desktop, which integrates the Web browser (Internet Explorer) with the operating system. From the user's point of view, there is no difference between accessing a document residing locally on the user's hard disk or on a Web server halfway around the world.
AnotherWin95.com Offers Windows 95 and 98 program information, tips, and related links as well as an extensive summary of some of the latest programs uploaded to the Internet with descriptions and download links.
Microsoft's Windows 98 Home Page Official Microsoft page for information about Windows 98. Includes product and support information, features, FAQs, and downloads.
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