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On Top of the Jungle of PC System Models |
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September 2007 |
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For the moment, leave the heavy metal called Servers to the specialists. We will attempt to understand the array of PC desktop models available and which model is the most appropriate for our intended applications. The Compucon array has 2 columns and 3 rows implying that there are 6 system models. The 2 columns are Intel and AMD. They are the current technology leaders, and have been competing head on for the last 5 years furiously. Previously there was no competition until AMD came up with an advanced technology architecture called K8. With it, AMD took away 20% of market share over a short period. AMD has given us choices! The 3 rows are Process, Knowledge and Specialist and the 3 words refer to the level of computer users. Process Workers use PC for a well defined set of applications. Examples are clerical staff, accountants, Point of Sale operators, students and office managers. Knowledge Workers use PC for a wider range of applications that demand more PC capabilities. Examples are software programmers, marketing personnel, CAD designers and IT related professionals. Specialists refer to people needing special effects or capabilities from PC. Examples are audio and video producers, real time broadcasters and graphics ripping machines. We hope the above makes sense so far. Feel free to seek clarifications with us.
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