Asking about WebTV ®, Java, and RealAudio?

In the April 1999 issue, TV Online magazine reports WebTV president Steve Perlman as stating the following regarding WebTV's plans for Java and RealAudio:

      JAVA: "WebTV is ... cautiously optimistic that we can offer Java support for the WebTV Plus and the EchoStar Model 7100 [the WebTV-capable satellite-dish box]. Unfortunately, we won't be able to offer Java support for Classic users because Classic doesn't have enough memory."

      REALAUDIO: "WebTV is working on streaming audio for 1999 that includes the latest versions of Windows Media Player and Real Networks. While we can't provide you with the specifics on when you'll be able to experience these features, we can tell you that we're already working on them and are very excited about our progress."

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