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Industrial systems aren’t just standard computer components packed into a small chassis. For an embedded computer to function properly in harsh environments, other features are also needed. The Boxer-6641 is one such “rugged” computer, designed to be utilized in adverse operating conditions like high temperature, high humidity, and even physical vibrations. Here is a breakdown […]

When it comes to cooling a computer, anyone who uses a PC is familiar with the not-so-quiet whirring of the fans in the background. Laptop or desktop, all home computers use fans for cooling. But when it comes to embedded computers, fanless cooling makes things a bit different. Fanless embedded PCs have been available in […]

With the rise of the Internet-of-Things, networks of smart, interconnected devices are on the rise. And with this comes the problem of communication. While hi-tech devices with their own processors and network cards have no issues tapping into the Wi-Fi network, simpler machines cannot do so. Many analog devices are only connected through wires, without […]

What does PCIe stand for? Peripheral Component Interconnect Express or PCIe is one of the central connectivity technologies of a computer. It helps expand the capabilities of a PC and is an essential feature for any computing system, industrial or otherwise. But at the same time, not many people actually know much about this standard. […]

Rugged computers or ruggedized computers are the toughest, meanest machines out there. From hot and dusty streets to bumpy vehicles, these computers can work anywhere. And not at the cost of performance either; today’s rugged PCs come with features on par with other embedded systems. There is a vast range of rugged computers available in […]

With the launch of Intel’s new Tiger Lake processors for ultraportable devices, embedded computers are headed for a tectonic shift. The new chips bring a host of new features for industrial systems, from superior integrated graphics to powerful quad-core processing.  At the forefront of this change is the Commell LP-179. Created upon the Pico-ITX form […]

Like every other technological standard, the Universal Serial Bus (USB) has evolved over the years. From standard USB to USB 2.0, and now USB 3.0, it has been upgraded twice. But do these USB generations even matter? What exactly is improved in every version? Let’s find out. Transfer Speed: The Key Metric The capacity of […]

The life cycle of an industrial computer is the most crucial factor in deciding when and if you should upgrade to a new system. But what is a life cycle? What does it mean in the context of embedded computers? And how does it relate to the lifespan of a product? Let’s find out. #1: […]