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Very high density PC/rack required

I'm a server guy, specifically a blade guy and know my high-end gear well but I've got a new little challenge that I'm a bit lost on and you may be able to help. I have a server spec that will do a specific job, I've looked at virtualising it and…
Chopper3
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Sugestions for cleansing PC's before recycling / disposal

What procedures do people follow before recycling or disposing of old PC's? Do you: Remove the hard drive Damage it beyond repair Use a tool to completely wipe the hard drive. If so, which? Other Is the hard drive the only component that you…
rbrayb
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All-In-One PCs or PC integrated into monitor available?

Question I am specing out a new Design Technology building for an educational establishment, the current request is for PCs "without a base unit", not sure if these would be described as All-In-One PC's, Monitors integrated into base units, or PC…
Richard Slater
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What are the most important aspects to consider when building a new workstation?

To save some money I'm sure we would all prefer to build our own workstations. But this takes a lot more work than simply buying one off the shelf. With any luck, you'll end up with a better machine for a lower price. What methodologies do you use…
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Computer 'Wheel-Locks' concept

Here is the issue. At times we need to physically locate a PC. However the users tend to dismiss a pop-up notification. Additionally the PC may not be signed into and then the pop up will not display. So my question is, given I have admin to the…
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Would you buy a dell desktop PC?

Would you buy a Dell desktop, such as the Vostro 320? Why? Why not?
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What is the difference between a server built machine and a home pc

Possible Duplicate: what is the difference between motherboard/processor for server and the ones for desktop ? I've been hosting stuff on my computers for the last couple of months from my home personal computer. What is the difference between…
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Can I run Discourse on a headless server with no GUI?

I have Ubuntu 20.04.3 on a Raspberry Pi 4B. I am unable to install any GUI desktop apps. The purpose of building this server was to run Discourse or similar service. So far all applications that require a GUI display fail to run due to "No Display".
rpmckinley
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