Microsoft sent seven lawyers to argue against just two from IW. A complication was that IW had to retain a good working relationship with Microsoft because of the co-operation it needed as a developer using Microsoft's DirectX product.
While at Microsoft, Irving was responsible for creating and leading a global development and operations organization of more than 4, 000 employees in the creation and operation of Microsoft's global online services, launching several new products, including MSN Messenger and growing Hotmail from 7 million to 290 million users.
Chips that run cooler can run faster, and quiet operation is becoming a design necessity as Intel and Microsoft seek a place for PCs as entertainment centers in the living room.