Despite opposition from the 2 founders' families, this company merged with Compaq in 2002
[DOC] [TLE] Hewlett, Packard families oppose HP/Compaq merger ... [PAR] Family members of the co-founders of the Hewlett-Packard Co. are opposing the 
... out opposed to the company's $21 billion merger with Compaq Computer Corp
. ... "The combination of these two great companies will create an even stronger... [DOC] [TLE] Profits may not equal success - latimes [PAR] May 20, 2010 ... "The merger was a brilliant move.