Michael Fitzpatrick, of Reuters, reports that Intel has announced its first so-called Web appliance — a device that provides a built-in phone, Internet access, and email. Fitzpatrick writes . . .

“The No. 1 semiconductor maker said the Intel Dot.Station Web appliance would be offered by Internet service providers, most likely as part of an overall service package similar to those for cable TV set-top boxes or cell phones.”

“Designed by Intel, the device would be built by overseas consumer electronics manufacturers. It will run on the upstart Linux operating system that has emerged as a rival to Microsoft Corp.'s Windows software. “

“Greg Welch, director of marketing for Intel's home products group . . . said Intel expects to be shipping hundreds of thousands of the devices by year-end.”

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