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HDD or SSD? How to Buy Hard Disk Storage Now
Solid-state drives and hard disk drives come in all different shapes, colors, and sizes, so when it comes to selecting the right hard disk storage, business customers should understand the scope and purpose of the different types of hard drives that are available to them. Choosing whether to buy a HDD or SSD is the first and most important choice.
Read moreHow to Choose Server Racks for a SMB Server Setup
If you’re bringing your business data in-house and installing servers on premises, you’ll want to have a plan for setting up a server room. And ...
Read moreDo I Need a Dedicated Server? Six Reasons You Do
In a small business, the standard peer-to-peer networking model used in homes and very small offices eventually becomes insufficient. Eventually user demands—such as access to ...
Read more6 Ways Companies Overpay for Windows Server Licensing
To buy Windows Server Licensing without spending more than necessary can be tricky. The adage is, if you think you need a CAL you probably ...
Read more5 Myths About Buying Recertified or Refurbished Hardware
Anyone who has ever shopped for tech items knows that buying recertified or refurbished products can mean big-time savings. But there is something about the ...
Read moreHow to Build or Buy a Great 3D Design Workstation
If you’re building your own 3D workstation for CAD, engineering, CGI, and scientific modeling, you’ll want to understand how your hardware relates to specific facets of the software that you use. Here we’ll discuss how your CPU and GPU specifications affect performance during design and rendering.
Read moreFind the Best Computer for Video Editing for Any Budget
Need a PC for Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, After Effects, Maya, and other professional editing programs? Which components provide the non-negotiable performance needed for the job? Which ones provide the nice-to-have benefits that fall within your budget ranges? We'll ferret all this out here.
Read moreOffice Printer Buying Guide 2018
Looking for the best office printer for your small business? Your choice of printer can affect worker productivity and your running costs, so choose wisely. ...
Read moreComputer Monitor Buying Guide 2018
Considering how much time office workers spend in front of a screen, selecting the right computer monitor impacts productivity. In this monitor buying guide, we discuss the important specifications and latest display trends so you know which monitor best fits your needs. Any time you buy a computer monitor—really any piece of technology equipment—first ask, what’s the use? The answer to that question determines most specifications right out front and makes buying a computer monitor much more straightforward.
Read moreSmall Business Server Buying Guide 2018
Once a small business has scaled beyond two or three personnel, likely it’s time to buy a server computer for the office. Depending on the context, the term “server” may refer to server hardware, software, or the functionality of either or both. As with any equipment purchase, the logical place to start is with one simple question: what problem do you want the server to solve?
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