This is the third or fourth year that I have attended the computer convention Comdex in Las Vegas.  I have always enjoyed it.  I was disappointed, however, with this year's Comdex.

My disappointment came when I entered the exhibit hall, which has always been the highlight for me.  The space provided to the reduced number of exhibitors was about one third of last year.  The record low attendance of fifty thousand had to squeeze past each other on the overly crowded show floor.  It made it difficult to stop and talk with the exhibitors.

The speakers at the seminars are always enjoyable and informative, and this year was no exception.  The speakers provide insights and predictions about the computer industry and technology.  They present it in a very enjoyable way.

After hours was fun, as usual.  I attended a few free shows.  My favorite show on The Strip has always been the pirate show at the Treasure Island.  They changed the show this year, though, to make it more of a dance routine.  It took away much of the excitement and intensity of the show.

I always enjoy being downtown in Las Vegas at the top of each hour at night.  It is at those times that the entire street is darkened in order to present The Fremont Street Experience, a show of lights and music covering four city blocks.