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Agam Shah

Agam Shah

IDG News Service

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Recent articles by Agam Shah

Intel expands processor market share over AMD in Q3

November 04, 2009

Intel expanded its chip shipment lead over Advanced Micro Devices during the third quarter as the rivals battle for larger market share, according to a survey released by Mercury Research on Tuesday.

Windows XP smartphone raises functionality questions

November 03, 2009

A new smartphone that runs Windows XP and blends in PC features is starting to generate buzz, though some analysts are questioning its purpose and practicality.

Via bumps up the speed of netbook processors

November 03, 2009

Via launched its fastest netbook processors to date as part of a new lineup of chips that also draw less power, the company said on Tuesday.

Ruiz steps down as GlobalFoundries chairman

November 02, 2009

Former Advanced Micro Devices CEO Hector Ruiz stepped down as chairman of GlobalFoundries on Monday, a week after reports emerged of his alleged involvement in an insider-trading scandal.

Canonical matures Linux-based netbook OS

October 29, 2009

Canonical on Thursday updated its Linux distribution for netbooks, simplifying the interface and adding new programs that the company says will make it easier for users to access and use Web content.

Intel pulls firmware for SSDs just a day after release

October 28, 2009

Intel has pulled a firmware upgrade it released on Monday for its X25-M consumer solid-state drives as users complained that the software caused crashes.

Report: Former AMD CEO Ruiz was source in scandal

October 28, 2009

Former Advanced Micro Devices CEO Hector Ruiz allegedly shared confidential information with a Wall Street trader connected to an insider-trading scandal, according to a news report on Tuesday.

Sony recalls for AC adapters for some Vaio PCs

October 28, 2009

Sony issued a recall for some AC adapters used with all-in-one Vaio PCs and docking stations as they pose the risk of causing electric shock, the company said.

Dell offers its first multitouch rugged laptop

October 27, 2009

Dell on Tuesday started shipping its first rugged laptop with a multitouch display, which can operate in extreme environments and withstand drops, dust and spills.

Tilera targets Intel, AMD with 100-core processor

October 26, 2009

Tilera on Monday announced new general-purpose CPUs, including a 100-core chip, as it tries to make its way into the server market dominated by Intel and Advanced Micro Devices.