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If you work in a tough environment, on a construction site, in a warehouse, out in the field, or anywhere things get rough, a rugged laptop is something you need. But when it comes time to buy one, you face a big question: should you get a brand-new rugged laptop or save some money and go with a ref…

If you have priced a memory upgrade this year, the cost may have shocked you. You’re not alone; rugged computer memory now costs far more than it did a year ago. The price jump has clear causes, and the increase reflects two forces working simultaneously. First, the entire RAM market is operat…

The Panasonic Toughbook CF-31 earned a reputation as one of the most durable rugged laptops ever built. During its long production run, Panasonic released six different generations (known as “MK” versions), each bringing improvements in performance, memory support, efficiency, and hardwa…

It’s no secret that a rugged laptop costs more than a traditional laptop. If you’re comparing prices, you might wonder why. The answer, however, isn’t as simple as it sounds since the purchase price only tells part of the story. A better question is whether rugged laptops are worth…

The Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable semi-rugged laptops on the market. We see hundreds of these systems come through our shop every year, and compared to many other business laptops, major hardware failures are relatively uncommon. That doesn’t mea…