DRAM alliance targets PC memory

An Intel-led alliance on DRAM technology will focus its efforts on developing a memory chip for the high-volume, low-end PC desktop and portable markets.

The announcement by the alliance - which includes Hyundai Microelectronics, Infineon Technologies, Micron Technology, NEC, and Samsung - ended speculation that the chip would be aimed at the networking processor or Internet appliance markets.

Officials say the chip will complement, not compete against, emerging DDR-2 SDRAM, a wideband, high capacity memory for servers and high-end workstations.

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