Vincent L. Ferraro, vice president for worldwide marketing for Hewlett's laser printing business, said Hewlett has explored solid ink, too, but decided against it.
INTEL CORP., Santa Clara, Calif., the world's largest maker of semiconductors, said it had bought a laser technology business from New Focus Inc., San Jose, Calif., a maker of fiber optic products, for $50 million in cash to augment its optical networking business.
Samsung Electronics said it has formed an alliance with Dell in the computer laser printer business.
This spring a zombie-themed laser tag business is set to open as well.
The Sterling company, now known as Sterling Vision, runs one of the largest eyewear and laser surgery businesses in the country.
One member has staked out a corner for his laser-cutting business and makes his machine available for other projects as well.
The research firm said Lexmark is likely to capture 65% of Dell's laser-printer business by the end of 2005, compared with June 2004 quarter levels of almost 100%.
He said Zuckerberg had a "laser focus" on business and planned to spend Friday working rather than watching the share price.
Technical brilliance, laser focus on business analytics, self-confidence bordering on arrogance and the willingness to work 80-hour weeks are hallmarks of successful Silicon Valley executives.
