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PC Hardware stories - Page 9

Computer set-ups are divided into two different parts, the hardware and the peripherals. PC hardware refers to all of the physical components such as input, processing, storage, output and communication devices.

These components will often define the size and the specifications of PC hardware. From those for gaming to those dedicated to cryptocurrency mining, the range of PC hardware is very wide and is sold across a variety of channels.

PC hardware that relates to features such as speed or storage will greatly improve the running of a PC, and these can be changed and adapted with technical work. Choosing the right PC hardware is essential for companies and organisations’ network stability and structure.
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Microsoft outlines innovations at Computex 2019

Thu, 30th May 2019
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With Computex 2019 in full Swing, Microsoft hasn't held anything back about its latest innovations, technologies, and partnerships.
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Hands-on Review: ASUS Mini PC PB60G

Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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ASUS' new Mini PC PB60G defies its size, delivering a powerhouse performance for office and professional environments, priced from USD $1,999.
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IDC: 2019 security spending to grow 20% in APeJ

Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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Security spending in Asia/Pacific excluding Japan will surge by 20% to USD $16 billion in 2019, driven by heightened focus on combating cyber threats.
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Are hard disk drives damaged by smoke recoverable?

Fri, 5th Apr 2019
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The old saying 'fail to prepare, prepare to fail' is certainly an apt proverb in IT circles - ESET shares some advice for recovering smoke-damaged HDDs.
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Dell EMC tops the data centre hardware & software market

Tue, 2nd Apr 2019
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Spending in the market is on the rise with the usual suspects like Dell EMC, Microsoft, HPE, Huawei, and Cisco at the top.
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Five signs it may be time for a memory upgrade

Thu, 21st Mar 2019
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Tired of slow typing, lagging tabs, and choppy videos? Consider upgrading your PC's RAM. Here are five signs it's time for a memory boost.
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Apple says its new iMacs are 'pretty freaking powerful'

Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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Apple unveils refreshed iMac lineup with better graphics and compute performance, as well as a Retina display.
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Moving applications between cloud and data centre

Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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OpsRamp's Bhanu Singh discusses the process of moving legacy systems and applications to the cloud, as well as pitfalls to avoid.
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Legacy applications a 'healthcare cybersecurity nightmare'

Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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pc hardware
A new whitepaper launched today that sought to bring light to just how dire the cybersecurity situation with hospitals really is.
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Exclusive Q&A: Why businesses are storing useless hardware

Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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In this exclusive interview, Blancco's Fredrik Forslund details just how expensive the issue of data centre waste has become.
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Organisations wasting $100k a year hoarding useless IT hardware

Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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A new report reveals that two in five organisations spend over USD $100,000 annually storing useless IT hardware, posing security and compliance risks.
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IDC: PC shipments decline even in holiday quarter

Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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PC shipments saw a 3.7% year-on-year decline in Q4 2018, with even the holiday season driven by consumer promotions failing to boost numbers.
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ManageEngine VP's 5 tech trends to look out for in 2019

Wed, 2nd Jan 2019
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Next year is to be one where we will see many technologies that have been on the fringes begin to be implemented among the mainstream.
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Bigger on the inside: Corsair's Crystal Series 280X RGB cases

Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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Corsair's Crystal Series 280X RGB cases offer a compact yet spacious design with tempered glass panels, advanced cooling, and customisable RGB lighting.
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We go hands-on with the ASUS ROG STRIX Z390 E-Gaming

Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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The ROG STRIX Z390-E Gaming is packed with surprises. No marketing messages, just solid features that work in the out of the box.
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Is Supermicro innocent? 3rd party test finds no malicious hardware

Thu, 13th Dec 2018
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One of the larger scandals within IT circles took place this year with Bloomberg firing shots at Supermicro - now Supermicro is firing back.
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Google says 'circular economy' needed for data centres

Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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Google's Sustainability Officer believes major changes are critical in data centres to emulate the cyclical life of nature.
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IDC: Tablets stay dead, notebooks keep head above water

Thu, 6th Dec 2018
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An IDC report predicts a soft personal PC market, slipping into further decline with the exception of notebooks, gaming PCs, and business PC upgrades.
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Silver lining to declining personal computing market

Wed, 5th Dec 2018
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mobility
Despite a shrinking market for personal computing devices, IDC highlights bright spots like growth in high-end notebooks and rising Chrome OS adoption.
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Using analysis to save on IT maintenance costs

Mon, 29th Oct 2018
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hardware maintenance
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Ill-fitting maintenance plans, whether over- or under-prescribed does cost you money - but, with a little analysis you can save a lot.