Apple Inc
Description
Computers are still an important part of its mix, but these days music-related products are at the top of Apple's playlist. The company scored a runaway hit with its digital music players (iPod) and online music store (iTunes). Apple's desktop and laptop computers -- all of which feature its OS X operating system -- include its Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook for the consumer and education markets, and more powerful Power Mac and MacBook Pro for high-end consumers and professionals involved in design and publishing. Other products include mobile phones (iPhone), servers (Xserve), wireless networking equipment (Airport), and publishing and multimedia software. Its FileMaker subsidiary makes database software.

Gateway Inc
Description
Gateway decided to help Acer with an upgrade. The company makes desktop and portable PCs and network servers for customers in the consumer, corporate, education, and government markets. It also offers third-party consumer electronics and peripherals including printers, storage drives, and networking equipment. Its services include training, support, and financing. It sells directly by phone and through its Web site, and through PC retailers. Gateway markets lower priced PCs under the eMachines brand. Gateway was acquired by Taiwan-based Acer for $710 million in 2007.