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From: massar@think.ARPA (JP Massar)
Newsgroups: net.general
Subject: Idea for a Christmas present?
Message-ID: <3810@think.ARPA>
Date: Thu, 26-Dec-85 12:53:25 EST
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Posted: Thu Dec 26 12:53:25 1985
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Organization: Thinking Machines, Cambridge, MA
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   "A much more sinister arrival on the robot scene is named Prowler.
Created by Robot Defense Systems in Colorado, Prowler has been designed
for use as a sentry to guard military installations, warehouses and
other sites where security is important.  When made available in the
near future, this squat, sturdy, mobile device will carry
microcomputers, software and sensors capable of locating intruders.
Chillingly, buyers will be able to arm Prowler with machine guns and
grenade launchers; they'll also be able to program the robot to fire at
will.  The manufacturer claims that interest in Prowler has been high,
both among domestic companies who see it as a comparatively low-cost
replacement for 24-hour human security, and certain foreign countries
where government officials might prefer guards that will never revolt."

                                        -- US Air magazine

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