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Why would I want to turn off my processor serial number?
Intel believes the processor serial number can provide compelling benefits
to users. They are developing features in conjunction with the processor
serial number to allow responsible service providers to provide services
which maintain your privacy. However, if you are concerned that a given
application/service using your processor number might impact your
privacy, you can turn off the processor serial number using the utility.
What is the default state of the processor serial number?
The default state of the processor serial number is on, until the Processor
Serial Number Control utility is installed. Once the Processor Serial
Number Control utility is installed, it turns the processor serial number off
by default. You can use the utility to turn on the processor serial number.
Can a website read my serial number without my knowledge?
No, generally not. Websites cannot read serial numbers unless you allow
them to download a program which can read the processor serial number.
Almost all browsers are configured to warn users whenever they
download executable software. Unless you disable the warning in the
browser, you should receive a notification.
Does Intel track serial numbers?
Generally not, other than related to the manufacturing process. Intel does
not, in the absences of advance and express consent of a user, collect
serial number data which is otherwise identified with a user.
Which programs and/or websites currently use the processor
serial number?
You can find a complete list of programs which can take advantage of the
processor serial number and other new capabilities of the Pentium III
processor at
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http://www.intel.com/pentiumiii/utility.htm
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