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- If AMD is David and Intel is Goliath, What is VIA? Cinderella?
- How many times have you heard this story? A battle of epic proportions is underway between two titans while no one is paying attention to a third, smaller contender that comes out of nowhere to kick both their butts. I'm not saying that's what VIA is going to...
- Tags: processor, C7-M
- Blog posts 2005-08-03
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- My Secure Notepad (exe)
- "My Secure Notepad" is a very tiny (40KB) encrypted notepad and file cipher utility. Use SHA and AES encryption with 256 bits to secure your favorite passwords and serials with the included Notepad or files on disk just drag and drop files on the login window. Use fast VIA Padlock...
- Tags: A. Bouchez, Programming Languages, Development Tools, Network Security, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Networking
- Software downloads 2008-06-19
- Via finally releases new Nano processor
- Via finally releases new Nano processorNano vs C7 vs AtomIt looks like a great C7 replacement, but if those numbers are correct, it seems too power hungry to compete directly against the Atom. Then again, without a supporting ultra low power chipset, the Atom isn't really as low power as...
- Tags: Chipsets, Semiconductors, Nano, processor
- Discussion threads 2008-05-29
- Via finally releases new Nano processor
- Early this morning Via Technologies finally announced is new Nano processor, better-known by its code name, Isaiah. The Nano will deliver two to three times the performance of the current C7 with roughly the same power requirements, according to the company. Via has spent years working on...
- Tags: VIA Technologies Inc., Watt, Nano, C7, Ultramobile PCs (UMPCs), Processors, Tablets, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Emerging Technologies, Semiconductors, Components, John Morris
- Blog posts 2008-05-29
- VIA launches 'Nano' processor family
- VIA seems to be making lots of waves these days. This morning, the company announced a family of five 64-bit, superscalar, speculative out-of-order processors that use 65 nanometer process technology for enhanced power efficiency and thermal management within a compact 21mm x 21mm nanoBGA2 package. ...
- Tags: Nano, NanoBGA2, 100mW, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Andrew Nusca
- Blog posts 2008-05-29
- Via has designs on mini-notebooks
- In an effort to capitalize on the surprising growth in mini-notebooks, Via Technologies has released a new reference design based on its C7-M processor and chipset. With all the attention paid to the Intel-AMD rivalry, you may have forgotten about Via, the other company that designs x86...
- Tags: Mini-notebook, VIA Technologies Inc., Chipsets, Notebooks, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Notebooks & Tablets, John Morris
- Blog posts 2008-05-28
- Via open sources laptop designs; Will it make Via relevant as a chipmaker again?
- Via has open sourced a laptop--computer assisted design documents, 3D models and all of the specifications--but let's be clear about the motives. Via wants to sell more chips and motherboards to power this device with hopes to become a little more relevant. Via calls this contraption the...
- Tags: Open Source, Motherboard, Laptop Computer, Laptop Design, Wireless Module Option, Module Option, Chipsets, CAD, Notebooks, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Software, Notebooks & Tablets, Larry Dignan
- Blog posts 2008-05-27
- Microsoft's plan to block Linux on laptops
- Microsoft's plan to block Linux on laptopsHow in the heck did you reach that conclusion?Somehow I missed how MS will "block" Linux on laptops from the writeup. I assume you're implying that XP is so desirable over Linux that charging less than $30 is a slam dunk. ...
- Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Notebooks, Microsoft Corp., Linux, laptop computer, Microsoft Windows XP
- Discussion threads 2008-05-13
- Microsoft's plan to block Linux on laptops
- Details of Microsoft's recently announced plan to extend the life of Windows XP for ultra low-cost PCs are trickling out. IDG News got its hands on what it says are Microsoft documents outlining the program for PC manufacturers. Until now, the big question was: What exactly defines...
- Tags: Linux, PC, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Laptop Computer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software, John Morris
- Blog posts 2008-05-13
- Tiny notebooks from Dell and HP marching their way to your lap
- ...and it will be a veritable boxing match to see which one comes out on top. In this corner, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC: now available for sale to the public, with five models priced between $499 and $849. Here are some stats: 2.6...
- Tags: Dell Computer Corp., Hewlett-Packard Co., Notebook Computer, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Andrew Nusca
- Blog posts 2008-04-09
- More competition for low-cost laptops
- The Asus Eee PC is about to get a lot more competition in the emerging category of low-cost laptops. This morning HP made its Mini-Note official. Acer is reportedly working on its own 8.9-inch subnotebook. And Intel has big plans for its Classmate PC. The 2.6-pound HP...
- Tags: Memory, Laptop Computer, Intel Corp., Asus Eee PC, CNET Labs, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Microsoft Windows XP, Processors, Operating Systems, Software, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, John Morris
- Blog posts 2008-04-08
- HP announces the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC
- There have been rumors of an HP mini-notebook/UMPC type device in the works and my MobileTechRoundup podcast co-host James Kendrick seems to be the first to post his thoughts on the HP Mini. He also posted a video of it in action. He has been playing with the device for...
- Tags: Device, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Desktops, Ultramobile PCs (UMPCs), Tablets, Ethernet, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Emerging Technologies, Networking, Matthew Miller
- Blog posts 2008-04-07
- HP's mysterious ultra-mobile PC
- Subnotebooks have always been overpriced and under-performing. But suddenly that niche has become a lot more interesting. It began with low-priced laptops such as the Asus Eee PC, which has been a surprising success since its introduction last October. Then, at the opposite extreme, we got the...
- Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Ultramobile PC, VIA Technologies Inc., Site, UMPC Portal, Isaiah, Ultramobile PCs (UMPCs), Processors, Tablets, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Emerging Technologies, Semiconductors, Components, John Morris
- Blog posts 2008-02-20
- The $330 IPCop/Copfilter firewall 25 watt appliance
- A lot of you probably already know my disdain for desktop anti-virus because of how sluggish it makes your computer and how it actually becomes more of a liability in terms of security. I've talked about how wonderful it would be if you could run your anti-virus at the gateway...
- Tags: Appliance, Firewall, Hard Drive, Memory, Networking, George Ou
- Blog posts 2008-02-15
- Via makes way for 64-bit chips
- Via makes way for 64-bit chipsbeen running 64 bitsUbuntu since Feisty here. No problems at all. Works like a charm!Via playing catch up, eh?Both Intel's and AMD's entire lineup of chips are all already 64 bit. AMD led the way with the Athlon 64, and Intel's Core 2 architecture is...
- Tags: Network technology, 64-bit CPU, 64-bit, chip
- Discussion threads 2008-01-24
- Everex debuts $399 ultramobile PC
- At CES, Everex is launching a $399 ultramobile that will be sold through Walmart.com starting January 25. The low-cost Everex CloudBook uses the open source gOS V2 Rocket operating system and VIA 1.2GHz C7-M ULV processor, same as the $199 Everex gPC. The Cloudbook is designed for...
- Tags: Google Inc., PC, Ultramobile PC, Everex, Unit, Cloudbook, gOS, Ultramobile PCs (UMPCs), Engineering, Open Source, Construction, Ethernet, Tablets, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Emerging Technologies, Networking, Dan Farber
- Blog posts 2008-01-09
- Updated sub-$400 all-in-one dual-core LCD PC images
- Updated sub-$400 all-in-one dual-core LCD PC imagesIt's not bad George, I've seen brand name companiesmake worse all in one units. Uglier and less practical. However I would not say it's good enough for every room in the house. Spcifically the living one. It's a find bedroom, den,...
- Tags: Monitors & displays, Branding, PC, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., LCD, dual-core
- Discussion threads 2007-11-29
- Wal-Mart's $200 PC - sold out
- About two weeks ago, Wal-Mart began selling $200 Linux-based PC. The initial run was around 10,000 units. Now Wal-Mart is sold out. Has Linux now found a niche? The system sold by Wal-Mart was an Everex's TC2502 gPC and is the first mass-market $200 desktop PC. The...
- Tags: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., PC, TC2502 gPC, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Desktops, Operating Systems, UNIX, Open Source, Software, Hardware, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
- Blog posts 2007-11-13
- News to know: Oracle gets SaaSy; Vista SP1; Alienware; Supercomputing
- Notable headlines: Phil Wainewright: Oracle goes for the CRM jugular. Dennis Howlett: @oow: on following Oracle OpenWorld. Mary Jo Foley: More signs of a new Vista SP1 build waiting in the wings. Exchange 2007 Service Pack 1 is ready to roll. Microsoft readying a...
- Tags: Google Inc., Alienware, Larry Dignan, Oracle Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Computer, Supercomputing, Exchange 2007 Service Pack 1, D-Wave, Northeastern, Productivity, WiMAX, Time Management, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Web Browsers, Wireless, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows, Software, Internet
- Blog posts 2007-11-12
- $60 Via motherboard and C7-D 1.5 GHz CPU bundles OS and Google apps
- $60 Via motherboard and C7-D 1.5 GHz CPU bundles OS and Google appsVia C7 TreeMark Rating[url=http://www.via.com.tw/en/initiatives/greencomputing/treemark_rating.jsp]You do the math![/url] ;)Think Green!Good story George. :)I'll be doing my own ratings on performance/watt when I get my hands on thiI'll be doing my own ratings on performance/watt when I get my hands...
- Tags: C7-D 1.5 GHz CPU, performance/Watt, Google Apps, motherboard, Google Inc., operating system
- Discussion threads 2007-11-10
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