Intel launches vPro Technology Platform

Intel yesterday introduced Intel vPro technology, a package of hardware and software that marks a major change in what businesses can expect from their PCs, providing IT workers with unprecedented levels of computing performance and more proactive control of security and costs.

Intel vPro technology also includes the second generation of Intel Active Management Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, the new Intel Q965 Express chipset and the Intel 82566DM Gigabit Network Connection. Intel vPro-based PCs include Intel's latest integrated graphics, which meet all current Microsoft requirements for the upcoming Windows Vista Premium hardware logo. In 2007, a new Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology platform, codenamed Santa Rosa, will extend these enhanced IT manageability and PC fleet security benefits to laptops.

Businesses are already recognizing significant potential cost savings from Intel vPro technology's manageability features. Intel is releasing more than 20 unique case studies representing trials from large and small businesses, IT service outsourcers and managed service providers. The outcomes point to expected PC maintenance and labor cost savings that range from 7 percent to 95 percent, resulting from reductions in IT deskside visits.

Major computer makers around the world today began introducing new desktop PCs with Intel vPro technology for the mainstream business market with more systems available in the coming weeks and months from all leading manufacturers. Top enterprise-class software companies from around the world are offering products optimized for Intel vPro technology. Solutions are available today and will continue to arrive to market in the coming months from companies such as Adobe, Altiris, CA, Check Point, Cisco, HP OpenView, LANDesk, Lenovo, Microsoft, StarSoftComm, Symantec, Trend Micro and Zenith. In addition, some of the world's largest IT services outsourcers, including Atos Origin, EDS and Siemens Business Services, will incorporate Intel vPro technology to enhance their offerings.

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