The model of Atom that Dell's using evidently does hyperthreading, but not all Atoms do. This is the first netbook I've seen with hyperthreading enabled.
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does it have a dual core cpu??
No, the Atom processor uses Hyperthreading.
Dual core Atom is slated for this year though, hopefully with a less thirsty new chipset as well!
The model of Atom that Dell's using evidently does hyperthreading, but not all Atoms do. This is the first netbook I've seen with hyperthreading enabled.