Intel's axe falls hard on P4 prices

In the wake of the new Prescott desktop processor, Intel has rejigged its processor pricing. Intel has reduced the pricing for its existing top-end Pentium 4 models - the 'Northwood' core-based processors - for equivalent pricing with the new Prescott 'E' versions. The cost of a 3. ...more

ASA clears up another mess with Bulldog's ads

Bulldog has been chastised by the Advertising Standards Authority for the third time in the space of a month, following a complaint regarding a radio advert for its 4Mbps broadband service. The ASA ruled that the LLU pioneer, now owned by Cable & Wireless, had not supplied sufficient information in the advertisement, which stated: 'Heavyweight Bulldog is straight in there, no waiting around. Standard Broadband doesn't stand a chance! Bulldog's knockout broadband starts at a featherweight ?10. ...more

Dawn breaks for European domain

The .eu top level domain is about to open for business. Specifically, a so-called Sunrise Period begins next week that enables trademark holders and others with certain 'prior rights', to register a . ...more

HP to take Intel's DRM systems

HP is to adopt the use of Intel digital rights management (DRM) technology into its range of digital entertainment products. According to Reuters, the computer-and-printer giant has decided to license such technology from Intel rather than create its own, wanting to avoid re-inventing the wheel and create a competing technology. HP will also be involved with Philips in developing copy protection technology. ...more

Jeeves slims down for more agile searches

The Ask Jeeves search portal has been given a makeover. Not only has the portly figure of Jeeves himself been put on the Atkins diet in these health conscious times, the site itself has been upgraded with new features. In keeping with the 'gentleman's gentleman' philosophy of the site, regular visitors can develop their own personal web search history. ...more