AMD64 Technology Wins Best of Show at 2004 TechEd; Windows & .NET Magazine Name AMD64 Platform Overall Best of TechEd.Business Editors & Technology Writers Microsoft TechED teched adj. Variant of tetched. 2004 SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 1, 2004 AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Sunnyvale, CA, www.amd.com) A major manufacturer of semiconductor devices including x86-compatible CPUs, embedded processors, flash memories, programmable logic devices and networking chips. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :AMD) announced today that the AMD64 platform was named Overall Best of TechEd 2004 by Windows & .NET Magazine and SQL Server An earlier relational DBMS from Sybase and from Microsoft. Sybase introduced SQL Server in 1988 for various Unix versions. In that same year, with help from IBM, Sybase created an OS/2 version that Microsoft licensed and branded as Microsoft SQL Server. Magazine. Since its introduction with the launch of the AMD Opteron(TM) processor in April 2003, more than 1,000 software and hardware developers, OEMs, systems builders and end users have recognized the benefits of AMD64 technology -- an industry-standard approach to 64-bit computing computing - computer that is designed to deliver simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit performance. "To be chosen overall winner in a field of more than 260 very competitive entries is a great achievement," said Marty Seyer, vice president and general manager of the AMD Microprocessor Business Unit. "It further underscores the value of customer-centric innovation: competitive, strategic solutions that are valued by our customers and their end-users. AMD64 technology with Direct Connect Architecture makes 32-bit-only system offerings potentially obsolete while supplying benefits and system advantages well beyond extending the instruction set." "Simply put, the AMD64 platform, with Direct Connect Architecture and a simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing environment, redefines the way people think about the future of x86 computing," said Mike Otey, senior technical editor for Windows & .NET Magazine. "Like all the Best of TechEd winners, AMD is a market leader that provides the most competitive advantage and value to the consumer." About AMD64 AMD64 evolves the industry-standard 32-bit x86 architecture The generic term x86 refers to the "CISC" type instruction set of the most commercially successful CPU architecture[1] in the history of personal computing, used in processors from Intel, AMD, VIA, and others. to support the demanding 64-bit environment that will enable future generations of computer functionality and productivity. AMD designed the AMD64 platform to allow end users to enjoy reliable, best-in-class performance on the 32-bit software they own today while preparing for a seamless transition to high-performance 64-bit applications. The AMD64 architecture also enables a more secure computing For the general concept, see . Secure Computing Corporation, or SCC, is a public company (NASDAQ: SCUR) that develops and sells computer security products, such as:
Since the introduction of the AMD64 architecture in 2003, the AMD Opteron(TM) processor for servers and workstations and the AMD Athlon(TM) 64 processor for desktop and notebook computers A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. have earned more than 45 awards for innovation and performance and the support of more than 1,000 OEMs, hardware and software developers, system builders  This article's grammar usage needs improvement. Please edit this article in accordance with Wikipedia's . , and distributors. About AMD AMD (NYSE:AMD) designs and produces innovative microprocessors, Flash memory devices and low-power processor solutions for the computer, communications and consumer electronics industries. AMD is dedicated to delivering standards-based, customer-focused solutions for technology users, ranging from enterprises and governments to individual consumers. For more information visit www.amd.com. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, AMD Opteron, and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other product and company names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies. |
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