Microsoft and Intel have announced decisions to support HD-DVD as their next-generation DVD format. With Sony announcing their support for Blu-Ray, and Microsoft and Intel's previous neutrality, there was a glimmer of hope that an agreement could've been reached that would put HD-DVD and Blu Ray discs beside one another.

The announcements by Microsoft and Intel dim that glimmer of hope considerably.

Microsoft, Intel Confirm Support for HD-DVD Format [Games Industry]

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