Do You Know Intel® Atom™ Processor?

In my last post, I talk about Asus Eee PC Netbook that I bought. Its processor is Intel Atom. In this post, I want to talk about it.
Before, I din't know anything about Intel Atom, until I browse Intel's website.
Here is the article, I copy it for you from http://www.intel.com/technology/atom/

Intel® Atom™ Processor

Intel's smallest chip. Built with the world's smallest transistors.

"This is our smallest processor built with the world's smallest transistors. The Intel® Atom™ processor is based on an entirely new design, built for low power and designed specifically for a new wave of Mobile Internet Devices and simple, low-cost PC's.

This small wonder is a fundamental new shift in design, small yet powerful enough to enable a big Internet experience on these new devices. We believe it will unleash new innovation across the industry."

– Intel Executive Vice President Sean Maloney

As Intel's smallest and lowest power processor², the Intel® Atom™ processor enables the latest Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs), and another new category of devices for the internet called netbooks and nettops.

Newly designed from the ground up, 45nm Intel® Atom™ processors pack an astounding 47 million transistors on a single chip measuring less than 26mm², making them Intel's smallest and lowest power processors.¹ All this while delivering the power and performance you need for full Internet capabilities.+

• Get a new range of power-efficient devices with excellent performance enabled by all new hafnium-infused 45nm high-k silicon technology
• Increase energy efficiency in smaller more compact designs with a thermal design power specification ranging from less than 1W to 2.5 watts for mobile devices
• Extend battery life in select devices with an incredibly low idle and average power allowing the device to stay powered on while also conserving energy

Based on an entirely new microarchitecture, the Intel® Atom™ processor was developed specifically for targeted performance and low power while maintaining full Intel® Core™ microarchitecture instruction set compatibility. Intel® Atom™ processors also feature multiple threads for better performance and increased system responsiveness.

Devices powered by Intel® Atom™ processors allow you to stay in touch on-the-go, connect to business and enjoy entertainment, remain connected affordably with a new series of MIDs, netbooks and nettops, and so much more.

Eee PC Laptop, Lightweight & Handy

Two months ago, I bought a small laptop that is not too expensive, 9 inch Asus eee PC. the price is only QR 1,199.00. I choose the color black, although the white one only QR. 1,099.00. I prefer the black, because it does not become dirty easily.

The design is quite good, especially its keyboard which is wide enough, because its body slightly larger than other brands in its class, such as Dell and Toshiba, which was also displayed in Jarir Bookstore, Salwa Road, Doha, Qatar.

Asus Eee PC laptop is so light and handy, equipped with features Built-in WiFi, Card Reader, Kensington lock, and three USB ports. But unfortunately, it does not have Bluetooth.

Its processor is Intel Atom N270 1.6 GHz, with Windows XP Home Edition SP 3, 160 GB of Had Disk, and 1 GB of RAM.

Here are some promotion points from the site of Asus:

• With a rapid start-up time, the Eee PC is always ready to get into action.
• No technical manual required with the specially designed, user-friendly and intuitive graphic interface.

• Stay connected all the time with the Eee PC’s™ built-in WiFi 802.11b/g that automatically detects and connects to the Internet at any hotspot.
• The Eee PC™ comes with document-handling, email and other productivity software to help keep you in touch with work.
• Upload photos and videos and share them instantly on Flickr™ or YouTube™ without waiting till you get home.

• Enjoy music and videos with the Eee PC's™ extensive support for a wide range of digital multimedia.
• Use Skype or any other Instant Messaging client to connect with friends anywhere, anytime.
• Avoid wire clutter with the built-in card reader, speakers and microphone.

• With its rapid start-up time, the Eee PC™ is always ready for action.
• No technical manual is required, thanks to its specially designed, user-friendly and intuitive interface.