MICROSOFT AND INTEL: MOVING IN ON PC MAKERS' TURF

摘要

For years, personal computer makers have cheered whenever their biggest suppliers, Intel Corp. and Microsoft Corp., have hawked new processors or software at industry trade shows. But they aren't likely to coo about what those companies will introduce at this year's Consumer Electronics Show on Jan. 5 and Jan. 6.rnRather than unveil new goodies for PCS, the two will preview computer-like appliances that could siphon consumer dollars spent on PCs. The moves could also cut off promising new markets for PC makers. Intel will reveal a digital music player, while Microsoft will show off its much anticipated Xbox game console.