1.3GHz Pentium 4 to Ring in New Year

Chip-making giant Intel says that it will be launching a new line of processors to ring in the new year, and at the top of the list is a more economical 1.3GHz Pentium 4. Intel reports that the new chip will enable PC retailers to begin selling systems with the new line of Pentiums for under $1600 USD. Also on the list are revved up versions of the 800MHz Celeron and a 500MHz PIII mobile processor originally slated for the middle of next year. For more information on the latest CPU speed and pricing war, read John G. Spooner's article found on CNet.