IB2-281 industrial motherboard

Choosing the Right Industrial Motherboard

Picking the right industrial motherboard can be tricky. From the form factor, the technical specifications, the chipset, and even the manufacturer, there are many crucial factors you need to consider. How can you balance it all?   Picking a Form Factor  The first question when you are choosing a motherboard for your industrial computer is […]

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Is Digital Signage Worth It?

Physical marketing has evolved over the years, moving from simple posters and static billboards to digital displays that can better grab attention and advertise multiple products. But is the transition to digital signage even worth it? Let’s take a look at the advantages of this interactive form of advertising, and the scenarios where it is […]

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AMD Ryzen CPU chip

AMD EPYC 4004: Ryzen for Embedded Computing

After taking the home PC market by storm with their innovative Ryzen series, AMD has now launched an enterprise CPU series built on the same architecture. The EPYC 4004 touts itself as the perfect computer for the needs of small businesses. Let’s see if this claim holds up.   The Calculus of Cost  The main […]

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MAI602-B rugged fanless embedded system

Rugged Computers vs. Industrial Computers

Industrial computers are supposed to be the computing option of choice for industrial applications, but then Rugged PCs are a thing too. How exactly do they differ?   Flexibility vs Specialization Industrial computers are an umbrella term that includes any embedded computers designed to power industrial applications. This makes the category very broad, including very […]

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BOXER-6641 fanless embedded box PC with memory and storage

Are Specialized Memory and Storage Components Worth It?

We have all heard of specialized processors for industrial computers, but what about memory and storage? Do memory and storage modules marketed for embedded applications provide any advantages?  Let’s find out.   Why Standard Memory Modules Aren’t the Ideal Choice Generally speaking, the memory modules available in the market are designed for building desktop PCs. […]

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Intel’s Alterra: Gamechanger or Gimmick?

With Edge computing and AI becoming an increasingly crucial part of industrial computing, embedded chips need to evolve as well. And Intel’s Agilex chips are designed to address this need. But does it actually bring anything new to the table? Let’s find out. The Rise of FPGAs Field Programmable Gate Arrays or FPGAs have been […]

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BluStar FS-8135 – Compact Size Fanless Box PC

TAA Compliance in Embedded Computing

TAA compliance is a term that often crops up in discussions related to products intended to be sold to the US government or its agencies. But what exactly does it mean? Especially when considering embedded PCs? The United States Trade Agreement Act (TAA) The first thing to note is that the TAA is not a […]

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