We are maintaining our 'in-line' rating on the stock, but our key message to investors would be not to panic given that the bookings number was not bad and should provide increased support to revenue estimates in 2006.

The key message is that we want to urge compliance, not issue fines. But, for those who don't want to work with us, there's always the possibility of fines.

It is not a good message, because it shows the Quartet does not follow the same line.

The key is the stock market reaction.

Maintaining the male line is the condition to preserving that Y chromosome.

Given the fact that not one analyst currently has a 'buy' rating on Gateway stock, I think Mr. Inouye leaving Gateway is good news for shareholders. The company has successfully cut costs, but now it's time for them to focus on increasing shareholder value.