National development boosted by microprocessor-maker buy

Following its acquisition of x86 microprocessor maker Cyrix, National Semiconductor is looking to expand its high-end production capabilities, and Asia is a leading candidate as a site for a new wafer production plant.

National already has two manufacturing plants in Asia, located in Malaysia and Singapore, which handle assembly and testing.

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