Chip Shot: Cluster Connection for High Performance Computing

Intel launched Cluster Connection, an online community that enables IT professionals and engineers to share knowledge and obtain information about High Performance Computing (HPC) solutions. Cluster Connection combines user-generated content and resources from around the Web to provide relevant and timely information about HPC clusters while fostering dialog between users and industry experts. Cluster Connection is part of the Intel® Cluster Ready program which is dedicated to easing the adoption of HPC as a competitive differentiator for business. For more information on Cluster Connection, or to register for the online community at no cost, visit the Cluster Connection Website.

Chip Shot: Intel Gets Nod from Environmental Defense Fund for Employee Accountability

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) released its annual "Innovations Review" which featured Intel for its efforts to link employee compensation with sustainability goals. EDF recognizes companies that employ creative efforts to increase efficiency in operations, reduce waste and pollution. Read the EDF press release.

Chip Shot: Intel "Free Cooling" Earns IDG's InfoWorld Green 15 Award

Intel's was selected for the InfoWorld Green 15 award today for identifying cost savings and pushing the limits of free cooling in the data-center. InfoWorld annually recognizes 15 organizations who demonstrate that green IT projects can be a win-win proposition. Intel previously published a case study on its Data Center Air Economizer.

Notebook Computer Study Reveals Security Implications of Mobile Workforce

Chip Shot: TreeHugger Dubs Intel "Best Effort by a Large Corporation"

TreeHugger recognized Intel's commitment to renewable energy by naming it the "Best Effort by a Large Corporation" in the Business and Politics category of the inaugural Best of Green Awards. Intel's renewable energy credits make up 46% of its US electricity usage and make the company the single largest purchaser of green power in the US. The winners were selected by TreeHugger correspondents around the world.

Chip Shot: WiMAX Global Footprint Expands. Next Up, Russia.

Today in Moscow, Intel joined Yota to help introduce mobile WiMAX 4G embedded notebooks from Acer, ASUS, Lenovo, MSI, Samsung and Toshiba as two of Russia's largest cities - Moscow and St. Petersburg - now have WiMAX wireless broadband Internet access. The two Russian cities now have the leading, most advanced technology where 3G networks aren't even available, leap-frogging a technology generation with the ability to leverage 4G services. Yota is expecting to deploy WiMAX network and services in over 40 Russian cities. Recently, Yota and HTC also introduced the world's first hand held tri-mode WiMAX-enabled Smartphone, loaded with applications and embedded voice and data services and targeted for use over the impressive Yota 4G WiMAX network. Delivering affordable, super-fast mobile broadband to its citizens is just one more proof point that WiMAX continues to accelerate broadband capabilities in both emerging and mature countries around the world.

Chip Shot: Study - Consumers Find Internet TV Valuable

Broadband has revolutionized media consumption in the home. Recent research conducted by The Diffusion Group (TDG) found that 76 percent of consumers would value having an Internet-connected TV experience. "TV Widgets," made possible through a new software framework called Widget Channel, are small Internet icons that scroll across the bottom of the TV screen. They can be viewed simultaneously while watching TV and personalized to the viewer's needs. View this fact sheet for more information.

Chip Shot: Intel High-fives Schools with Cool Math, Science Programs

Schools with innovative, replicable math and science programs that get great educational results are in the running to win $1 million in grants and awards from the Intel Foundation and sponsoring companies. The 18 Intel Schools of Distinction finalists offer students at their schools either challenging and engaging math programs or rich science curriculums, both of which encourage real-life problem-solving. Learn more here.

Intel Reports First-Quarter Results

Chip Shot: Intel Employee Volunteers Add $4 Million to Non-Profits

To celebrate Intel's 40th anniversary in 2008, employees volunteered 1.3 million hours at schools and non-profits, and earned around 1,400 non-profits and non-governmental agencies cash grants totaling $4 million. "Intel employees get to give twice - through their volunteer efforts following their passion and through the matching grants from the Intel Foundation," said Shelly Esque, vice president. View Shelly's blog post here.