91.   Macintosh software companies also seemed to be pleased with any new Apple strategy that promised to inspire confidence in buyers.

92.   Major companies seem willing to appear more often outdoors, too, though that may be in part a response to generally dwindling performance opportunities.

93.   Most technology companies seem intent on keeping activities in the capital low key.

94.   Ms. Young said the company seemed determined to change.

95.   Nonetheless, the two companies seemed well aware that their new partnership may raise as many challenges as it seeks to resolve.

96.   Not surprisingly, technology companies seem to work out best, he said.

97.   Now, the Redwood City company seems to be conceding it is losing the public relations battle.

98.   On the face of it, companies seem keener than ever to sell you their stuff -- as, in these leaner times, they should be.

99.   On rare occasions, when a company seems truly unfit, some analysts even reject the business.

100.   Other printer companies do not seem particularly worried.