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To: wanna_bmw who wrote (62172)	11/5/2001 10:55:51 AM
From: chuckles58	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 275872

Speaking of AMD's advances in their processes: AMD Ramps 0.17-Micron Flash Memory Products From New Joint Venture Fab biz.yahoo.com CB

To: wanna_bmw who wrote (62172)	11/5/2001 11:05:53 AM
From: combjelly	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 275872

"Manufacturers have only just started shipping these machines." Depends on your definition of "just" I guess. ASML started delivery of their TwinScan system in July, I dunno when AMD received theirs, but it been some months. As far as the potential for outsourcing goes, well, AMD tends to use cell-based design methodologies. Why not a snap, it is easier to port a design if the tools are compatible. Now AMD has made some noises about contracting out so I suspect they would have taken that into account. As far as IBM's interest in doing the work, I would guess since they do contract work, a paying client would be of interest. Maybe you have some reason why they wouldn't be?