Microsoft, AMD partner on PC for school kids
eWeek | at | by Mike
Microsoft used the unveiling of its Unlimited Potential initiative in India on June 28 to announce the pilot program for a new PC for schoolchildren, known as the IQ PC, in partnership with hardware maker Advanced Micro Devices.
Microsoft's Unlimited Potential initiative aims to give an additional billion people access to computers by the year 2015.
The IQ PC will be loaded with a selection of software from Microsoft and partners, including Windows, Office/Works, Encarta, Student 2007 and specialized education solutions.