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We have talked earlier about the broad categories of CPU socket technologies, but what about the specific iterations that keep rolling out over the years? Let’s take a look at how socket types vary within a form factor.   A Recap of CPU Socket Types In the broadest terms, CPU sockets are distinguished by how […]

It’s not been long since PCIe 5.0 SSDs started rolling out, and PCIe 6.0 is already in the works. PCIe 7.0 is not that far on the horizon either. So what’s the deal with all of these PCIe versions, and which one should you aim for? Accelerating Progress  The main metric any technical interface is […]

Choosing the right embedded computer supplier is an important decision as you will need to rely on them for support for a long period of time. Picking the wrong provider can lead to issues down the line, not to mention costing you more right now. So here are some factors you should keep in mind […]

A Human-Machine Interface (HMI) is often considered a quality-of-life feature that you invest in if you have the funds left over. But in truth, HMI plays an essential role in improving the efficiency and safety of complex systems. Let’s understand how. Accessibility Improves Efficiency Human-Machine Interfaces, by their very definition, are concerned with improving accessibility. […]

With Intel pulling out of the PC market, it is halting the production of most boards, including the unique NUC board. What does it mean for the future of NUC computers? And what about enterprises that have already invested in it? No More Intel PCs Facing stiff competition and dwindling revenues, Intel has taken the […]

With the 12th Gen Alder Lake lineup, Intel has introduced a new hybrid core architecture. But what exactly does a hybrid core entail? And what does it mean for embedded computing? Why the Move to Hybrid Cores? The never-ending semiconductors arms race has revolved around packing more and more cores into a single chip since […]

The ATX form factor is good for PCs, but commercial settings usually need smaller embedded computers. And while the ITX form factor is good for that, what about the even smaller NUC? NUC – The Smallest Form Factor for Computers The main draw of NUC is the size. The Next Unit of Computing (NUC) has […]

USB-C has revitalized wired connectivity, offering much higher bandwidth and data transmission speeds than was possible with older form factors like USB-A, or even Apple’s Lightning. But what about Thunderbolt? Does USB-C replace the Thunderbolt standard? Or can these two technologies work together? Here is an overview. Thunderbolt – An Interface, Not Just a Cable […]