Phoenix launches laptop acceleration software

Phoenix Technologies has launched a HyperSpace for BIOS software that enables laptops to boot up to 30 seconds faster if used only for basic tasks like surfing the Web.

HyperSpace is developed based on the Linux operating system, which helps to boot Windows faster. The software will automatically connect to all existing networks and activate the Firefox Web browser so users can quickly connect to the Internet.

First published in November 2007, HyperSpace is currently sold online at its website. There are two separate versions of this software: the Hybrid version sells for $ 59.95 / year - allowing users to switch back and forth between Windows and HyperSpace operating systems. The Dual version sells for $ 39.95 a year - only one operating system is allowed at a time.

The Hybrid version is for standard laptops, using VT virtualization technology built into Intel chips like the Core 2 Duo. At CES 2009, Hybrid is shown running on Lenovo Thinkpad laptop. The Dual version is for netbooks using Intel Atom chips without virtualization technology. Dual is shown on Lenovo's IdeaPad netbook at CES 2009.

HyperSpace cannot access files or applications in Windows. If a user wants to open a Word file in an e-mail, they will have to return to Windows and activate the Word application to view the attachment. With the Dual version, users just need to start the laptop in Windows mode.

HyperSpace can significantly reduce boot time and shut down Windows computers. Phoenix plans to announce new applications, such as a DVD player, MP3 player, for HyperSpace in the second quarter. Phoenix will also negotiate with PC vendors to minimize the cost of installing software. Available on laptop.

In fact, Phoenix is ​​not the first company to have such technology. Dell has provided similar functional software called Splashtop for laptops from specific vendors, such as ASUS.

Phoenix said that HyperSpace's mechanism is quite different because it has centralized power management features thanks to its straight access to the BIOS software. If Windows is in sleep mode, HyperSpace can reduce power consumption by more than 30%.