Intel Dual Core

Multi-core

A multi-core CPU (or chip-level multiprocessor, CMP) combines two or more independent cores into a single package composed of a single integrated circuit (IC), called a die, or more dies packaged together. A dual-core processor contains two cores, and a quad-core processor contains four cores. A multi-core microprocessor implements multiprocessing in a single physical package. A processor with all cores on a single die is called a monolithic processor. Cores in a multicore device may share a single coherent cache at the highest on-device cache level (e.g. L2 for the Intel Core 2) or may have separate caches (e.g. current AMD dual-core processors). The processors also share the same interconnect to the rest of the system. Each "core" independently implements optimizations such as superscalar execution, pipelining, and multithreading. A system with n cores is effective when it is presented with n or more threads concurrently. The most commercially significant (or at least the most 'obvious') multi-core processors are those used in personal computers (primarily from Intel and AMD) and game consoles (e.g., the eight-core Cell processor in the PS3 and the three-core Xenon processor in the Xbox 360). In this context, "multi" typically means a relatively small number of cores. However, the technology is widely used in other technology areas, especially those of embedded processors, such as network processors and digital signal processors, and in GPUs.

The amount of performance gained by the use of a multicore processor depends on the problem being solved and the algorithms used, as well as their implementation in software (Amdahl's law). For so-called "embarrassingly parallel" problems, a dual-core processor with two cores at 2GHz may perform very nearly as fast as a single core of 4GHz.^[1] Other problems though may not yield so much speedup. This all assumes however that the software has been designed to take advantage of available parallelism. If it hasn't, there will not be any speedup at all. However, the processor will multitask better since it can run two programs at once, one on each core.

Intel Play

The Intel Play product line, made by Intel, is a product line of consumer "toy" electronic devices which can be used to gather scientific data.

The Intel Play product line was discontined in March 2002 when it was purchased by Tim Hall's holding company Prime Entertainment. Hall founded Digital Blue, which continue the Intel Play product line under the Digital Blue brand.

QX3 Computer Microscope

The QX3^TM Computer Microscope was a product in the Intel Play product line and was continued in the Digital Blue product line. The upgraded QX5 model is available.

The QX3 is a small electronic microscope which can connect to a computer via a USB connection. It has magnification levels of 10x, 60x, and 200x. The microscope comes with software which allows a computer to access the microscope and use it to either take pictures or record movie. The microscope also has two lights on it which aid in illuminating the specimen. The specimen can be lit either from underneeth or from above. The tray which holds the specimen can be adjusted in heights to focus the microscope. The pixels captured are 320x240.

QX5 Computer Microscope

The QX5 Computer Microscope is a Digital Blue product and upgraded the QX3 with multiple improvements, especially a 640x480 image capture device and brighter light source.

Intel Releases Programmers Reference Manual

The Intel Graphics Development Group and Intel Open Source Technology Center are pleased to announce the release of the Intel® 965 Express Chipset Family and Intel® G35 Express Chipset Graphics Controller Programmers Reference Manual under the Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. This four volume set of manuals documents all portions of the hardware necessary to produce and maintain a complete driver, including accelerated media encoding and decoding, 2D and 3D graphics.

Containing over 1600 pages of text and figures, the Programmers Reference Manual includes everything from low level register definitions and discussions on how each functional hardware block works through descriptions about the hardware architecture. Each documented feature includes a discussion on how the hardware works and how the hardware designers expected the software to operate.

The manual was written to support external software developers, allowing them to work independently of Intel support resources. The availability of this manual enables the free software community to develop and maintain software related to Intel graphics hardware for many applications and operating systems. This release demonstrates Intel's continued commitment to supporting the free software community using the best practices of open source software development.

"This announcement underlines how forward thinking companies like Intel establish themselves as leaders supporting legal sharing of needed specifications in the free and open source software communities which in turn helps their overall core business. This move is crucial to bridge the gap between the sharing and the commercial economies and should be emulated by more companies."
Lawrence Lessig, CEO of Creative Commons

"Congratulations to Intel for releasing a set of comprehensive documents that ensures that Linux will work wonderfully on their hardware with open and supportable drivers."
Greg Kroah-Hartman, Linux Driver Project

Intel in Macs

Now every new Mac ships with an Intel processor. Experience delightful responsiveness from the smallest Mac mini to the most beefed-up Mac Pro. Use one of more than 7,000 universal applications that take full advantage of the Intel chip. Run programs from your PowerPC-based Mac in translation. Powered by Intel chips, your new Mac will do all those things that only Macs can do — and do so at an astonishing level of performance.

The new Mac core

Every Mac uses a chip based on Intel Core technology, the next generation in processor design from the world’s leading chip maker. The result of massive R&D effort involving thousands of engineers. An entire collection of revolutions shrunk into an unimaginably small space, consuming less energy, too. Two cores work together to share resources, and are designed to conserve power when their functions aren’t required. Whether in an ultra-sleek MacBook, or workstation class Mac Pro, Intel Core technology lets you get more power with less power.

Four on the floor

And that means pure creative exhilaration with four 64-bit cores inside the new Mac Pro. The Core-based Intel Xeon is so power efficient, that Apple engineers were able to remove the liquid cooling system from the previous Power-PC based model. Which means you can load up the Mac Pro with more cards, more hard drives, more memory. So you can do more with Final Cut Studio, Aperture, Logic Pro, and the growing number of universal applications for creative professionals.

Dual-roar

The Intel Core 2 Duo is actually two processors (cores) engineered onto a single chip — offering virtually twice the computational power of a traditional single processor in the same space. With two cores tightly integrated, increased L2 cache, and a host of engineering breakthroughs, the Intel Core 2 Duo delivers higher performance for all the things you do — from enhancing the family photos to rendering special effects for a feature film.

Now the only question is: Which one?

1. See www.apple.com/rosetta for information on Rosetta-supported Apple software. Contact the manufacturer directly regarding third-party software.

Jobs at Intel

Intel India, located primarily in the city of Bangalore, has grown to include the most Intel divisions of any country outside the United States. Due to India's burgeoning I.T. and engineering talent pool, the majority of work done at Intel India is software and hardware engineering within the Intel India Design Center, Intel's largest non-manufacturing site internationally. There is also a sizable sales and marketing organization located in Bangalore, which provides world-class sales and support. Additionally, there are offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Chandigarh and Kolkatta.

For Students

Intel India offers students and recent graduates many chances for growth and learning while working with industry-leading innovation. Here are some of the ways in which students find opportunity, experience and inspiration with Intel India.

Hiring Degrees/Disciplines

Intel India is always interested in maintaining a current database of applicants. College graduates with bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and Ph.D.s in the following disciplines are encouraged to submit their resumes online anytime: Business, Science, Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Technology, Computer Applications.

College Programs

Intel India has an internship program that helps prepare students for future careers with Intel. This program offers hands-on educational experience while familiarizing students with Intel practices and procedures.

Career Areas

Intel India hires candidates for positions in many departments. Learn what it's like to work in one of the following Intel career areas: Engineering, Materials Planning and Purchasing, e-Business, Intel Capital, Facilities and Site Services, Legal, Information Technology, Human Resources, Finance, Sales and Marketing. Recruiting Activities Intel India participates in recruiting events at many major universities. Check with your university for a current schedule of upcoming events.

Internship Programs
Eligibilty: Students must submit an up-to-date, detailed resume, including information on qualifications, year in school, degree plan, class ranking and grade point average.

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Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology

FOR LAPTOP

The best notebooks have Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology insideΔ¹

Intel’s NEWEST and BEST performing notebook technology includes:
• Up to 50% faster performance when multitasking‡¹
• Up to 2X greater range and up to 5X better wireless performanceΔ²
• Designed for the longest possible battery lifeΔ³
• Up to 90% faster performance on intensive multimedia applications like HD video encoding‡²

What’s Inside

Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology is not just a processor, but a revolutionary technology made up of a dual-core processor, chipset, and integrated wireless—designed together for outstanding performance, amazing battery life and faster, broader wirelessΔ². In short, it is the ultimate in mobile computing for today’s nomadic lifestyle.

Intel® Core™2 Duo processors

Intel® Chipset

Key Features

Unsurpassed mobile computing performance

Get performance that meets the processing needs of the most demanding multitasker, whether you’re editing photos, watching HD video, or gaming. With a minimum of 3MB Smart Cache and 1066MHz Front Side Bus, Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology delivers performance gains of up to 50 percent.‡¹ No more waiting for your notebook to catch up!

Break free with longer battery life

To keep you unplugged longer, we’ve incorporated Deep Power Down and other energy-efficient capabilities into Intel Centrino 2 processor technology. So you won’t need to search for power outlets at every stop along your travels.

Like you’ve never seen or heard before

With HD video and audio decoding, you can access and enjoy more exciting media content than ever while on-the-go.

The future of wireless – today

Operate wirelessly with up to five times better wireless performance, including faster Web browsing, file transfers and rich media downloads.Δ² Go from office to park bench to café and back home again without missing an online minute.

Enhanced digital media experience

With Intel® Graphics Technology, you’re choosing a smarter, integrated solution for your visual needs. You’ll experience the hottest media in razor-sharp 1080p HD with crystal-clear images and brilliant color.λ And you’ll enjoy more than three times better graphics performance for a rich, realistic and immersive experience while you’re gaming or watching video.‡³

INTEL core 2 Extreme

FOR DESKTOP

Extreme Power. Extreme Enjoyment.

With four blistering cores, the Intel® Core™2 Extreme processor delivers unrivalled performance to deliver 3D realism and game responsiveness that can annihilate your enemies before they see you coming.‡¹ And for the über creative, performing tasks like video encoding, graphic design, and sound engineering, it’s the ultimate processor to power through those compute-intensive programs—without slowing down.

Key Features

Almost too real

Get stunning realism on immersive multi-threaded games with advanced artificial intelligence (AI), particle systems, dynamic physics and texture- generation engines, with four cores of pure performance.

Expect everything – and get it

Get the ultimate engine for advanced multimedia with Intel® HD Boost (Intel® HDB) built into the Intel Core 2 Extreme processor. It delivers up to 40 percent higher performance for intensive multimedia applications like HD video encoding.‡²

more details: www.intel.com