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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Stock Symbol: AMD
One AMD Place
Sunnyvale, CA 94088
408-732-2400 (phone)
408-982-6164 (fax)
Website: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Industry: Semiconductor - Broad Line
Index Membership: S&P 500; S&P 1500 Super Comp
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Description:
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is a global semiconductor company with facilities worldwide. It provides processing solutions for the computing, graphics and consumer electronics markets. During the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company offered primarily x86 microprocessors, for the commercial and consumer markets, which are used for control and computing tasks, and embedded microprocessors for commercial, commercial client and consumer markets. On October 25, 2006, the Company acquired ATI Technologies Inc. As a result of the acquisition, the Company began to supply three-dimensional (3D) graphics, video and multimedia products, and chipsets for personal computers (PCs), including desktop and notebook PCs, professional workstations and servers, and products for consumer electronic devices, such as mobile phones, digital television and game consoles. It operates through four segments: Computation Products, Embedded Products, Graphics and Chipsets, and Consumer Electronics.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Business Summary:
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of industry-standard digital integrated circuits worldwide. The company offers microprocessors, flash memory devices, and embedded microprocessors. The microprocessor products are used in desktop and mobile personal computers, servers and workstations, and chipset products. The flash memory products are used in mobile telephones, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, networking equipment, and other applications. The embedded microprocessors are used in personal connectivity devices and specific consumer markets. AMD’s customers include original equipment manufacturers and third-party distributors. The company markets its products through direct sales force, third-party distributors, and independent sales representatives. It operates primarily in the United States, as well as in Europe and Asia. Advanced Micro Devices was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
