I think people forget that Apple is using Intel technology, and it all depends on the behind the door discussions and development that is going on.

The Intel technology brings interactive, full-screen, full-motion video and high-quality audio capability to personal computers.

The only change is that Metrologia will now market them as MI486 boxes, based on Intel technology.

The new Intel technology would not be in use until about 2007, perhaps three generations of chip advances into the future.

That, and USB(1,2,3) is an Intel technology also.

"Broadcom focused on acquiring Intel technology by inducing Intel employees to disclose trade secrets."

Zenith Data officials said yesterday that the expected improvement of the Intel technology had made ACE less necessary.

"We're excited to combine the best of Intel technology in our award-winning products."

For years Intel technologies have raised the bar for the best experience.

"As they move up into the enterprise world, we want them to do it on Intel technology, not Digital technology," Mr. Palmer said.