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AMD Ryzen processors are getting a performance boost on Linux

By Mayank Sharma published

AMD shares details about new Linux driver that takes full advantage of Zen-based processors.

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AMD Zen 3

The most popular AMD Ryzen CPUs are finally getting optimized Linux support

By Mayank Sharma published

AMD users will finally be able to extract streamlined performance from their Zen 3-based processors.

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Researchers contradict AMD claims that SEV keys can't be extracted remotely

By Mayank Sharma published

Security researchers say the AMD attack described in their paper has serious real world implications.

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AMD hardware security tricks can be bypassed with a shock of electricity

By Mayank Sharma published

Researchers override the hardware security mechanisms in AMD Zen processors with a very precise jolt of electricity.

Security
Intel 4th generation Core

Intel launches new generation Core processors promising longer battery life

By Dan Grabham published

Intel has announced its latest generation Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, and promises they'll offer "the biggest improvement in battery life in Intel history".

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Intel Silvermont architecture with a 2013 release date

Intel Silvermont architecture revealed for next-generation mobile devices

By Matt Swider published

Silvermont may be Intel's best chance at mounting an offensive against ARM's system-on-a-chip line this year.

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