Intel Pressroom:

http://newsroom.intel.com/community/intel_newsroom/e...

The acquisition reflects that security is now a fundamental component of online computing. Today�s security approach does not fully address the billions of new Internet-ready devices connecting, including mobile and wireless devices, TVs, cars, medical devices and ATM machines as well as the accompanying surge in cyber threats. Providing protection to a diverse online world requires a fundamentally new approach involving software, hardware and services.

�With the rapid expansion of growth across a vast array of Internet-connected devices, more and more of the elements of our lives have moved online,� said Paul Otellini, Intel president and CEO. �In the past, energy-efficient performance and connectivity have defined computing requirements. Looking forward, security will join those as a third pillar of what people demand from all computing experiences.
�The addition of McAfee products and technologies into the Intel computing portfolio brings us incredibly talented people with a track record of delivering security innovations, products and services that the industry and consumers trust to make connecting to the Internet safer and more secure,� Otellini added.


�Hardware-enhanced security will lead to breakthroughs in effectively countering the increasingly sophisticated threats of today and tomorrow,� said James. �This acquisition is consistent with our software and services strategy to deliver an outstanding computing experience in fast-growing business areas, especially around the move to wireless mobility.�


�McAfee is the next step in this strategy, and the right security partner for us,� she added. �Our current work together has impressive prospects, and we look forward to introducing a product from our strategic partnership next year.�
�The cyber threat landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years, with millions of new threats appearing every month,� said Dave DeWalt, president and CEO of McAfee. �We believe this acquisition will result in our ability to deliver a safer, more secure and trusted Internet-enabled device experience.�

Sounds like the wireless / mobile market, more than the other markets.

Wait for it...

"McAfee inside"

In reply to a post by Guest_Again:

I swear by Intel, and always have. I don't see any benefit[s] for the consumer at all.

I do - it should give AMD a boost while Intel go off track again

I would never forgive them for their renewals policy.


All the sheep who sign up for that pay a full price at renewal. If you don't fall for it they then offer you increasingly cheap deals as the due date approaches. I could have renewed at a 50% discount in the end. I didn't and went elsewhere for better protection.

I regard that as utterly dishonest practice.

In reply to a post by Kenneth:

In reply to a post by Guest_Again:

I swear by Intel, and always have. I don't see any benefit[s] for the consumer at all.

I do - it should give AMD a boost while Intel go off track again

Fair enough. I'll give you that one.

That w/should give Intel a swift kick up the logicals - They deserve one now tbh.

That's just sick. It is just so unbelievable. How DARE they?!

McAfee >|< Talented = Oxymoron.

Even if you had bought a new system that had it installed - with a FREE 12 months of 'pRot3cTIon' - the very first thing I'd do is un-install it.

Eset's NOD32 is at the top of my list of recommendations.

Eset's NOD32 is at the top of my list of recommendations.

I agree but we shouldn't forget that all these companies are in it for the money, not as a public service.

Trevor

In reply to a post by Kaufhof:

Eset's NOD32 is at the top of my list of recommendations.

I agree but we shouldn't forget that all these companies are in it for the money, not as a public service.

Trevor

I already know that, Trevor.

What would you suggest Ferrari do, if they bought Lead as a fuel?

Would you say that they are in it for the money, or would you suggest a BETTER fuel?

My point exactly.

In reply to a post by camieabz:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-11025866

Both boards of directors have unanimously approved the deal, but the deal still requires McAfee shareholder approval and regulatory clearances.

Not a fan of McAfee, but does this mean that Intel chipsets will come with ex-McAfee 'add-ons'?

Even more incentive for me to stick with AMD for my desktops; as I have done for getting on for 10 years in my 'new builds'.

Last Intel processor I had in a desktop was in 1999, although a couple of laptops, including my current one, have been/are Intel.