Abstract: A computer workstation includes a display monitor and keyboard that can be used as a smart terminal for remote data processing in a first operating mode and that can be used as part of a microcomputer in a second operating mode. To provide maximum software compatibility separate display generators are provided, one for each operating mode. A network operating mode can also be provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 30, 1983
Date of Patent:
May 12, 1987
Assignee:
Esprit Systems, Inc.
Inventors:
Neil P. Saldin, Bruce J. Strum, Michael V. Livoti, Allan Maurer