A clean machine

摘要

(Editor's note:When Hewlett-Packard announced its new entry-level xw4300 workstation,the company asked PURCHASING to invite engineers to take a test ride.With engineers and procurement staff increasingly working together,we thought the test would be a great way for readers to see haw their engineering and FT colleagues evaluate computers.Knowing how their internal customers look at products helps buyers provide better service.Here is how the three authors put the workstation through its paces.)