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FireWire Spec to Boost Data Speeds to 3.2 Gbps

Posted by Zonk on from the lots-of-mp3s-really-fast dept.

Stony Stevenson writes "A new set of data transfer specs may reach new Firewire speed records. The new transfer version is called S3200 and builds on the earlier specification approved by the IEEE.' The technology will be able to use existing FireWire 800 cables and connectors while delivering a major boost in performance. The new spec also will let users interconnect various home-networking appliances via coax cable, linking HDTVs with set-top boxes, TVs, and computers in various rooms around a home or office. The new release enables the transmission of FireWire data over distances of more than 100 meters. Home entertainment centers are likely to be an early application.'"

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  1. stupid tags by farkus888 · · Score: 5, Funny

    what moron tagged a story about fire"wire" "wireless"?

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    1. Re:stupid tags by doi · · Score: 1, Funny

      I don't know, but I for one will welcome my new overpriced Monster Cable Gold Shielded Mega Quality Firewire 3200 Cable overlords!

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  2. Co-ax by serviscope_minor · · Score: 3, Funny

    Finally I can use all the 10 Base 2 crap which I squierelled away. I guess I'll have to disassemble the model Eiffel tower I made out of left over T pieces.

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  3. Re:I think Apple.... by Colin+Smith · · Score: 2, Funny

    Beta? Mini Disk? Memory Stick? You know... I think you've found a pattern there!

    Blueray has a chance. Then ... you blow it.

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  4. Re:Its like a VCR... by dangitman · · Score: 2, Funny

    That analogy sucks even more than the sucky VHS/Beta analogy. Wait a minute, why are people trying to make analogies in this case, when there is no analogy needed?

    Oh right, this is slashdot. I forgot that you need to reach your daily analogy quota. BMW vs. Chevy FTW!

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  5. Re:I think Apple.... by dynamo · · Score: 2, Funny

    Um, I think we still have ethernet cables these days.