"These are the early years, and the partnerships we have will define success in years to come. At the end of the day, what it's all about is content. We are simply the (software) tool provider to allow that to happen."
- At a conference of providers of video and audio over the Internet, Bill Gates plays down the importance of Microsoft.
"We must connect all of our citizens to the Internet, not just in schools and libraries, but in homes, small businesses and community centres."
- President Clinton on plans to make computers and the Internet as common as the use of the phone for all Americans.
News monitor column compiled by Conor Pope.
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