SAN FRANCISCO - Want to break into a computer's encrypted hard drive? Just blast the machine's memory chip with a burst of cold air.That's the conclusion of new research out of Princeton University demonstrating a novel, low-tech way hackers can access even the most well-protected computers, provided they have physical access to the machines.

November 29, 2004

SAN JOSE, Calif. - For the first time in five years, Intel Corp. will make a major change in the plumbing of its chips by switching to a new design that promises better performance and lower power consumption than today's Pentium 4.

SAN JOSE, Calif. - For the first time in five years, Intel Corp. will make a major change in the plumbing of its chips by switching to a new design that promises better performance and lower power consumption than today's Pentium 4.

Vicki Smith’s dream space included a walk-in closet, second-floor library and wooden floors made of toothpicks. Randy Yohre’s dream space was a little simpler — all he needed was a bed, a bathroom and an Xbox 360.

Vicki Smith’s dream space included a walk-in closet, secondfloor library and wooden floors made of toothpicks. Randy Yohre’s dream space was a little simpler — all he needed was a bed, a bathroom and an Xbox 360.

ARMONK, N.Y. - The powerful "Cell" microprocessor that fuels Sony Corp.'s PlayStation 3 video game console will be available in IBM mainframe computers so those high-performance machines can run complex online games and virtual worlds.

SAN FRANCISCO - Intel Corp. showed off three microprocessors Tuesday based on a next-generation technology that tries to maximize performance and power efficiency while minimizing electricity bills.

The University of Arizona has created a mobile application for iPhones that provides dust storm alerts and safety tips.

February 7, 2005

A scientist dubbed "the father of the IBM personal computer" will be the featured speaker at a keynote breakfast Wednesday kicking off the eighth annual Insight Arizona Technology Expo at Phoenix Civic Plaza.

SAN FRANCISCO - Setting up a battle for the future of computing, engineers from IBM, Sony and Toshiba unveiled details Monday of a microprocessor they claim has the muscle of a supercomputer and can power everything from video game consoles to business computers.

April 12, 2005

NEW YORK - IBM Corp. claimed unofficial bragging rights Tuesday as owner of the world's fastest supercomputer.

November 13, 2004

When people drive past the future Arabian Library, they might not notice it.

October 12, 2004

February 9, 2005

The latest attempt to topple Intel Corp. from its lofty microprocessor perch may be no more successful than previous attempts, said industry analysts interviewed by the Tribune on Tuesday.

Chandler-based Intel engineers have spearheaded development of a new “wireless Internet on a chip” that will promote the merger of cell phones and handheld computers into a single low-cost device. The new chip, dubbed the PXA800F cellular processor, is expected to be inside consumer products by the end of this year.

Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School past and present staff and students celebrated the school’s 20th year anniversary on Friday night. For one of the speakers, it was a time to acknowledge her life had come full-circle.

A plan to sell businesses around the country and world on south Scottsdale was unveiled by Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce officials Wednesday night.

Back to school is a great time to take advantage of retailers competing for parent's dollars, and finally upgrade from that old Windows 98 machine limping along in your basement.