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==Introduction==
 
==Introduction==
 
The AMD Athlon Processor was the first seventh-generation x86 processor and was the first desktop processor to reach speeds of one gigahertz.
 
The AMD Athlon Processor was the first seventh-generation x86 processor and was the first desktop processor to reach speeds of one gigahertz.
 
===Overview===
 
 
It was released in June of 1999. After the release of the AMD’s K6 line of processors, they proceeded to come pump out their next generation: the K7s. AMD designed them with more decoding capabilities, and then carry out optimal instructions </ref> https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/athlon-processor,121.html </ref> http://www.interfacebus.com/AMD-Athlon-64-X2-Dual-Core-Processor.jpg
 
 
====Significance====
 
The significance of AMD’s Athlon Processor was it the first desktop processor to reach speeds of 1 GHz, it also pushed other brands of computer manufacturers such as Intel to start releasing more high end processors, which then would eventually lead to a revolution in advancements in computer hardware. </ref> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athlon
 
 
 
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Introduction

The AMD Athlon Processor was the first seventh-generation x86 processor and was the first desktop processor to reach speeds of one gigahertz.