[H]ardNews 8th Edition

Built In Encryption:

With security being at the forefront of technology “issues” it doesn’t surprise me to see companies trying to implement hard wired security features. Looks like all the big names are getting on the bandwagon too.

Microprocessor makers are rushing to add encryption and data security features to their chips as the technology rapidly becomes a must-have item for PCs and wireless devices. The trend is expected to be embraced most quickly by corporate buyers on the hunt for IT hardware with built-in security, though consumers will not be far behind, according to analysts.

New MSI Boards:

Digitimes has a little info on that SiS746FX-based MSI mainboard we told you about. Looks like it has everything but the kitchen sink, and then some.

MSI on January 30 launched its new motherboard for the AMD platform. Based on the SiS746FX chipset from Silicon Integrated Systems (SiS), the new 746F Ultra motherboard is able to support high-speed DDR400 (PC3200) memory and AGP 8x graphics. With USB2.0 support, its AGP 8x slot, five PCI slots and three DIMM slots, the 746F Ultra offers plenty of room for expansion and a maximum memory capacity of 3GB. The 746F Ultra also offers optional 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN and 5.1-channel audio.

Mods & Ends:

Volcano 9 HSF @ Unreal Ops - Taisol Copper P4 Cooler @ FrostyTech - Aluminum Case @ DansData - Vantec Aeroflow @ Overclocked Café - Corsair PC3200 @ Nexus Hardware