A particular order, or sequence, in which things take place (items processed, users served, etc.). A priority is based on a predetermined assignment of value, or importance, to different types of events and people.
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-25
- AMD slims down, sells digital TV business to Broadcom
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- News items 2008-08-20
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-20
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-18
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-18
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-13
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- Blog posts 2008-08-12
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-11
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