REAL PROBLEM 12-2: Researching the Latest Technology

1. AMD Processors - Phenom x4
Offers the ultimate megatasking experience by providing direct and rapid information flow between processor cores, main memory and graphics and video accelerators. Low Latency and supports 1080p high definition video and extreme total system bandwidth. It also offers direct access to DDR2 memory. This is recommended for Vista 64 bit. Desktop.

AMD Athlon x2 Dual-Core
Contains two processing cores that perform calculations on two streams of data to increas effiency and speed. Contains the Cool n quite technology for energy rating. Used with Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Vista Enhanced. Can be used with 64 bit technology. Compatible with Vista. Desktop.

AMD Sempron
Handles up to 256KB total high-performance cach, one 16-bit/16-bit link and up to 1600 MHz bus technology. DDR2 memory controller. It is designed for day to day computing. Smooth streaming of the video and audio on the internet. Includes the AMD64 technology. works with XP SP2. Desktop.


2. SATA UV cables 150Mb/s maximum transfer rate.S ATA2 hard drive is capable of 300Mb/s transfer speeds . I found this link to be of great assistance as well:
http://www.cdrinfo.com/Sections/Reviews/Specific.aspx?ArticleId=16014

3. I think the intended users were both home and business to not only make a wireless system for printers and other office devices but to reduce energy. It is a reflection of short range, high bandwidth applications.

The transfer rate from WUSB is 480 Mbps (60 MB/s) if the device is within 3 meters (9.84 feet) from the PC.