Noctua is an Austrian computer hardware manufacturer of CPU-coolers and computer fans primarily for the enthusiast market. The company was founded in 2005 as a joint venture between the Austrian company Rascom Computerdistribution Ges.M.B.H., established in August 2000, and the Taiwanese cooling specialist Kolink International Corporation. Noctua is a manufacturer within the enthusiast market. The name "Noctua" refers to the scientific name of the little owl, Athene noctua (hence the owl found in the company's logo), which in Greek mythology stands for intelligence and wisdom. It's also known for its soundless flight and the effective, economical use of its powers and precise attack. From Wikipedia
