Microsoft(MSFT Quote) indicated the intended market for its Surface computer-in-a-table when it signed a manufacturer to distribute it: International Game Technology(IGT Quote), which makes casino gaming equipment.
Microsoft announced the computer at a Wall Street Journal technology conference Wednesday. The company said Harrah's Entertainment(HET Quote), Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide(HOT Quote) and T-Mobile also will put the computer to use.
The most radical thing about Microsoft's new offering is its use of an infrared touch-screen interface, instead of the usual resistive or capacitive touch-sensitive technologies, according to Ian Lao, senior analyst at In-Stat. The IR screen will be immune to damage from spilled drinks and food, he said. ...
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