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As long as we're into predictions, let me suggest a poll or simulation in 
which I present a specific problem, all of you respond, and I collate and 
post the results (following which discussion will ensue).
 
PROBLEM:  You have a reasonable sum of money (say $1,000,000 per year) to 
invest in microelectronics and computer technology research and development 
over the 5 year period 1990-1995.  At the end of the 5 years you want to 
either (1) have a technology application (or applications) in hand, or
(2) have solved a fundamental problem enabling short-term construction
of such application(s).  This technology must have broad applicability
to individual, business, or government needs (and therefore be eminently
marketable).  Describe briefly the R&D program you would recommend.
 
Cut-off date for replies will be Friday, January 12.  Results will 
be posted the following Monday, January 15.  Contentious discussion to 
follow.  Go for it! 
 
Gary Knight			Technology Foresight Analyst
MCC				gary@mcc.com
3500 W. Balcones Center Dr.	phone 512/338-3694
Austin TX 78759-6509		fax 512/338-3898