downloads contacts support q4 earnings announcement q4 earnings webcast 3dfx initiatives release to our valued customers we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the support you ve given 3dfx over the years . through all our ups and downs we ve always been proud of our extremely loyal customers and fans . that s what makes our recent actions so difficult . although we ve done our best to avoid taking drastic action we have finally been forced to admit that there is no possible way we can continue in our current state . as such we have negotiated an agreement with nvidia that will allow us to provide the best possible result to our creditors investors employees and customers . under this agreement nvidia will acquire certain specific assets from 3dfx including technology company and product brands and other assets . in addition the 3dfx board of directors has recommended to our shareholders the dissolution of the company over the next few months . until that time however 3dfx products will remain available at various retail and online locations and we will continue to support our current and future customers . for additional information please see the press releases that were issued by 3dfx on december 15 2000 . while we firmly believe this agreement is in the best interest of all involved we deeply regret these actions . again we want to extend our sincerest thanks to every one of you who helped 3dfx revolutionize 3d graphics and 3d gaming on the pc . sincerely scott sellers 3dfx founder and cto