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SAN JOSE, California (AP) -- Semiconductor giant Intel Corp. outlined a strategy to improve the security, reliability and scope of computing with faster processors and use-specific technology built into the hardware.
Though the Santa Clara-based company is not abandoning the general-purpose processor, it already has started introducing chips that target specific uses. The company's Centrino technology for wireless computing is the latest example.
On Tuesday, Intel announced it is developing a Pentium 4 chip specifically for gamers and PC enthusiasts. The Pentium 4 Extreme Edition, which will run at 3.2 gigahertz, is expected to be available in one to two months.
Focus on security
Intel also will focus on securing computing in both hardware and software -- a necessity both to prevent hacker attacks and protect digital content such as movies and songs.
"At a time when the virus of the week seems to plague all of us, making our computing devices more secure must become a top priority for the industry to ensure future growth," Paul Otellini, Intel's president, told attendees at the Intel Developer Forum.
Otellini pointed to Intel's LaGrande technology, which will be built into future processors and chipsets. When combined with optimized software, it will be able to protect systems from software-based attacks. He said LaGrande should be available in two to three years.
Intel also showed off a technology that secures digital content within the home. Digital Transmission Content Protection over Internet Protocol would allow, for instance, a PC to stream a copyright protected movie to a TV.
Vanderpool unveiled
On the reliability front, Intel unveiled a technology code-named Vanderpool, which will effectively create multiple operating environments within a single computer. It should help improve system reliability and responsiveness as well as speed recovery from crashes.
Otellini said Intel used a similar strategy in developing its Centrino mobile computing technology. Centrino, which was launched in March, combines silicon and software technologies to lengthen battery life, improve performance and unwire notebook computers.
Now, as the convergence of communications and computing has gone mainstream, more than wireless networking cards are added to the world's computing infrastructure, he said.
Louis Burns, general manager of Intel's Desktop Platform Group, said the chip giant will continue to develop use-specific improvements.
"We are targeting a unique marketplace based on what the customers want," he said. "It won't be the last of what we do in that space. Specific markets may get more attention from us."
Though the Santa Clara-based company is not abandoning the general-purpose processor, it already has started introducing chips that target specific uses. The company's Centrino technology for wireless computing is the latest example.
On Tuesday, Intel announced it is developing a Pentium 4 chip specifically for gamers and PC enthusiasts. The Pentium 4 Extreme Edition, which will run at 3.2 gigahertz, is expected to be available in one to two months.
Focus on security
Intel also will focus on securing computing in both hardware and software -- a necessity both to prevent hacker attacks and protect digital content such as movies and songs.
"At a time when the virus of the week seems to plague all of us, making our computing devices more secure must become a top priority for the industry to ensure future growth," Paul Otellini, Intel's president, told attendees at the Intel Developer Forum.
Otellini pointed to Intel's LaGrande technology, which will be built into future processors and chipsets. When combined with optimized software, it will be able to protect systems from software-based attacks. He said LaGrande should be available in two to three years.
Intel also showed off a technology that secures digital content within the home. Digital Transmission Content Protection over Internet Protocol would allow, for instance, a PC to stream a copyright protected movie to a TV.
Vanderpool unveiled
On the reliability front, Intel unveiled a technology code-named Vanderpool, which will effectively create multiple operating environments within a single computer. It should help improve system reliability and responsiveness as well as speed recovery from crashes.
Otellini said Intel used a similar strategy in developing its Centrino mobile computing technology. Centrino, which was launched in March, combines silicon and software technologies to lengthen battery life, improve performance and unwire notebook computers.
Now, as the convergence of communications and computing has gone mainstream, more than wireless networking cards are added to the world's computing infrastructure, he said.
Louis Burns, general manager of Intel's Desktop Platform Group, said the chip giant will continue to develop use-specific improvements.
"We are targeting a unique marketplace based on what the customers want," he said. "It won't be the last of what we do in that space. Specific markets may get more attention from us."
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