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To: FJB who wrote (12170)	12/31/1997 6:01:00 PM
From: James Word	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 25960

Robert RE: Intel and DUV I don't what you mean by "CD photolithography". I assume you are referring to critical layers on the 0.25um process? My understanding is that the Micrascan II QML is used by Intel for sub 0.35um processing. Nikon is still a favorite for i-line lithography and the 0.35um process, as well as the i-line layers on the current 0.25um process. "What does Gordon Moore mean when he says, "Intel's 0.25micron process has moved to deep ultraviolet."? It sounds to me like he's just trying to explain to laypersons that using DUV was necessary to achieve 0.25um linewidths. "BTW, I have no problem with Intel using SVGL tools for CDs, because as you know I own a bunch of SVGI. :-) " As YOU know, they have great technology but can't seem to make enough of them fast enough. Right now my company is testing the DUV waters, but we wont even consider buying a Micrascan. Lead times would be too long and we'd always be in the shadow of the Borg, erm, I mean Intel. Hope your SVGI stock does better than my Cymer! James Word