Intel adds WiMax, 3G support to Linux device plans
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| If Intel's aim to popularize ultraportable PCs based on Linux takes off with
| end-users, this will have far-reaching implications by expanding the number
| of people that use Linux beyond technology enthusiasts to the mainstream, and
| treading into territory coveted by Microsoft.
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http://news.yahoo.com/s/infoworld/20070919/tc_infoworld/91930
Here's what the CEO had to say about Intel's Linux projects some time ago:
Intel Seen Using China Forum to Detail Plans on Hand-Helds
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| That software effort does not have the support of Mr. Otellini, who
| is concerned about incurring Microsoft's wrath, the executive said.
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| The two companies have a long history of tension over who controls
| the hardware and software direction of the "Wintel standard." Intel
| has said it is supporting both operating systems.
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http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/16/technology/16chip.html?ex=1177560000&en=2ef52cee6b1fb0e3&ei=5099&partner=TOPIXNEWS
Related:
Did Microsoft want to 'whack' Dell over its Linux dealings?
http://news.com.com/Did+Microsoft+want+to+whack+Dell+over+its+Linux+dealings/2100-1014_3-6153904.html
Dell's secret Linux fling [sabotaged by Microsoft]
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2007/01/09/dell_linux_china/
Microsoft 'killed Dell Linux' - States
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2002/03/19/microsoft_killed_dell_linux_states/
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| Microsoft Corp is using scare tactics to exert pressure on PC vendors
| not to explore the potential of desktop Linux, according to Novell
| Inc president and COO, Ron Hovsepian.
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http://www.commentwire.com/article_news.asp?guid=2044AB5A-59CA-4EC3-AD3F-73DF7BC4F8E0
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