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Computer hardware and software programs for controlling computer integrated manufacturing machines for use in the manufacture and assembly of printed circuit boards, namely, software system for remote-controlling electronic component placers or mounters, software system for monitoring electronic component placers or mounters, at a location remote from the location of the placers or mounters, and adaptable and modular components thereof, and apparatus used for monitoring, analyzing, displaying and reporting or printing production information regarding computer integrated manufacturing and assembling machines