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Pentium III systems due next week

Intel praises the chip's enhancements at its coming out party in San Jose, but early reviews have been mixed and privacy groups are still concerned about the new security feature.

CNET News staff
Intel praises the chip's enhancements at its coming out party in San Jose, but early reviews have been mixed and privacy groups are still concerned about the new security feature.

New Pentium III machines under $2,000
Many systems will debut next week, including Compaq, which says it will release a Presario at below $2,000.

Pentium III preview gets muted greeting
Gamers will like the new chip, but it is most notable for speed increases and a planned protest over security concerns.

Geek sneak peek at Pentium III
As Intel prepares briefings on the Pentium III, some less-than-glowing reviews can already be found on Web sites.