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Friday, 02/20/2004 3:09:58 PM

Friday, February 20, 2004 3:09:58 PM

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Upcoming PMC-Sierra Webinar: "Why Use MIPS?"

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2004--PMC-Sierra, Inc. will present a live webinar on "Why Use MIPS(R)?" on Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 11:00AM PT/2:00PM ET.


About the Webinar

MIPS, as an open standard processor architecture, is the equivalent of Linux in the operating system world. There are a wealth of device vendors and support tools to make designing with MIPS a rewarding experience.

This webinar will provide an overview of the MIPS architecture and instruction set and explore the topics below:

MIPS is an Open Standard

-- Multiple chip suppliers

-- Multiple core suppliers (for SOC applications)

-- Multiple operating systems

-- Multiple compilers

RISC Architecture (better performance)

-- Scalability of architecture from multiple vendors

-- Performance vs CISC

-- Main competitive RISC instruction sets: ARM, Power PC

-- Benefits of MIPS-based processors

Demonstrated Success

-- Cisco Networking Equipment

-- HP LaserJet Printers

-- Sony PlayStation(R)

Join in a live Q&A after the presentation.

How to Register

Register now for this complimentary webinar at www.pmc-sierra.com/webinars/feb2004.html. If you have difficulties registering or would like more information, email webinars@pmc-sierra.com.

About the Presenter

Tom Riordan is the vice president and general manager of the Microprocessor Products Division at PMC-Sierra. Mr. Riordan is one of the pioneers of the original MIPS architecture and brings over 25 years of experience to the microprocessor industry.

Who Should Attend

System Architects and Designers, Engineering Managers, Board Designers, Firmware Engineers, Project Managers, Product Managers, Platform Engineers, Component Engineers