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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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Google announces wide availability of AlloyDB for PostgreSQL

Mon, 19th Dec 2022
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After revealing AlloyDB for PostgreSQL in May this year, Google announced that the technology is now generally available.
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How legacy tech can mitigate supply chain issues and foster sustainable IT

Wed, 30th Nov 2022
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Global supply chains are facing multiple issues, including chip shortages, energy crises, transport disruptions, and labor shortages.
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Hands-on Review: Intel NUC11 i7-11700B 'Beast Canyon' Mini PC

Mon, 21st Nov 2022
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The Intel NUC11 i7-11700B Mini PC, also known as the 'Beast Canyon', is a powerful gaming device with impressive speed and graphics.
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New Intel offering the most powerful of its kind ever built

Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Intel has launched the NUC 13 Extreme Kit and NUC 13 Extreme Compute Element, which the company says combined, make the most powerful Intel NUC ever built.
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VPLS strengthens team with key leadership hires

Fri, 26th Aug 2022
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VPLS has added 3 core members to its team- systems VP Mark Hassman, global marketing VP Renée Lawrence & network engineering VP Steve Rubin.
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Why it is imperative to keep up with technology advancements

Mon, 15th Aug 2022
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Digital transformations can be complex, but like doctors, IT professionals must stay updated and well-informed to succeed.
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Hands-on Review: 16GB PNY XLR8 Gaming EPIC-X 3600MHz DDR4

Wed, 29th Jun 2022
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PNY sent over its 16GB XLR8 Gaming EPIC-X 3600MHz CL16 DDR4 module kit for testing. The kit contains two 8GB dual-channel modules with RGB lighting.
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Hands-on Review: Elgato Facecam Streaming Camera

Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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Whilst most webcams are fine for zoom calls, they fall short of the specification required for good streaming or YouTube video.
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Supply chain infrastructure and network security the focus of new Extreme Networks solution

Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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Extreme Networks Inc. has announced a new technology solution designed to protect critical network infrastructure.
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Yubico adds fingerprint recognition to YubiKey hardware security device

Fri, 8th Oct 2021
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The hardware integrates native biometric enrolment and management features that are supported by desktop-based, FIDO-supported services and applications.
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New plug-and-play edge product connects IoT devices and legacy infrastructures

Wed, 16th Jun 2021
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Edge company Byos has launched a plug-and-play edge security product designed to provide secure connectivity for IoT devices and legacy infrastructures.
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Sophos announces collaboration with Qualcomm for PC security

Mon, 1st Mar 2021
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Sophos plans to combine its Intercept X cybersecurity technology with Qualcomm's Snapdragon compute platforms, bringing next-generation security to PCs.
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Legacy security architectures threaten to disrupt remote workforce

Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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Network security is of prime concern amongst IT leaders, as most companies continue with work-from-home policies.
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Is legacy technology holding you back?

Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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Getting off legacy systems can be difficult but the potential benefits of updating IT infrastructure or even better integrating old systems can be immense.
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Intel & QuTech outline 'milestone' in quantum computing

Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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'Horse Ridge' could pave the way for further understanding how quantum practicality could solve real-world problems.
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Maintaining uptime in the data center is no game of checkers

Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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AI-driven machine learning is revolutionising data centre uptime by predicting hardware failures before they occur, potentially saving firms millions.
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Revealed: Best practices for embedded systems in a world of cyber attacks

Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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The Trusted Computing Group has issued new best practices for updating firmware and software in embedded systems to combat rising cyber threats in IoT devices.
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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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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.