Digital This Week

This December 9, 1985, issue of Digital This Week highlights several key corporate announcements and employee-focused news:

• New Product Releases: Digital introduced the VAX 8650, claiming it is 44% more powerful than the VAX 8600. Additionally, the new MicroPDP-11/83 computer was launched, offering improved performance and higher storage capacity.
• Corporate Partnerships: Digital was named the Official Computer Vendor of the National Football League (NFL), providing a network of VAXcomputers and software to league teams and headquarters.
• Company News & Sponsorships: Digital continued its tradition of sponsoring the "Evening at Pops" holiday concert and celebrated record-breaking success in its United Way fundraising campaign.
• Employee Resources: The issue includes information on holiday safety (specifically regarding alcohol consumption), a schedule for office training opportunities, and various "news briefs" regarding company administrative updates, such as changes in facility phone numbers and upcoming seminars.
• Classifieds & Logistics: The newsletter includes a "Commuter Corner" for carpooling, a classified section for employees, and a 1986 U.S. holiday calendar.