PC hardware sites and tech news, information on x86 processors and other computing technologies. Updated frequently.
Outlines the basic structure of a processor and the architectures of recent designs from Intel, AMD and Cyrix.
Manufacturer of x86 microprocessors. Also make chipsets, motherboards and network processors.
E2K microprocessor: postRISC parallel architecture claimed 2x faster than Merced. Has optimizing compiler. High security: supports data types in hardware, checks handling at run time.
Global supplier of integrated circuits for personal and networked computing and communications.
Was IDT. Makes WinChip processor family, world's smallest x86 processors, shipping four different parts, and consistently has the fastest design cycle in the industry. Subsidiary of VIA Technologies.
Archive of technical x86 processor information and downloadable documentation. Includes a discussion forum.
Resource site offering information on AMD and its technologies. Includes news articles and discussion forums.
Article treats AMD release of a 1.3ghz Athlon chip, its support for DDR memory, future planned release of 64 bit chip. [Wired News]
Article treats integer pipeline, P6 architecture, impact of legacy x86 support. [Ars Technica]
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