Intel acquires Rivet Networks, the maker of 'Killer' wifi cards
By ANI | Published: May 21, 2020 10:43 PM2020-05-21T22:43:04+5:302020-05-21T22:55:13+5:30
Intel has acquired Rivel Networks, the maker of Killer-branded NICs (network interface cards) responsible for managing connection in laptops and computers.
Intel has acquired Rivel Networks, the maker of Killer-branded NICs (network interface cards) responsible for managing connection in laptops and computers.
Killer's own networking products were noteworthy for providing gaming-centric features like minimizing latency to keep you from missing a beat in-game, and prioritizing network traffic for games and other applications that need it the most, The Verge reported.
Rivet Networks has been a competitor to Intel in the NIC space for over a decade. With this acquisition, Intel can capitalize on the gaming market.
( With inputs from ANI )
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