Manufacturing Industry
Intel ships Centrino. (MPUS).(wireless modem)(Brief Article)
Purchasing, April, 2003
Intel has introduced its Centrino mobile microprocessor and chipsets that enable greater wireless connectivity of computers. In addition to wireless communications, Centrino mobile technology is designed to extend battery life and allow for thinner and lighter notebook designs. Computers equipped with Centrino can be used with so called 802.11 wireless "hotspots" that enable the wireless communication of portable computers.
The number of hotspots is limited but growing as wireless network service providers boost coverage areas. According to industry analyst firm IDC, there will be more than 118,000 hotspots worldwide by 2005. Intel has been working with leading wireless network service providers, hotels, airports, and retail and restaurant...
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