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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…

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…

A rugged computer has proven itself in the most difficult conditions - dropped from the truck, rained on, exposed to high temperatures in the desert, and still works. If you have seen the rugged computer survive when other laptops failed, then you will understand why this machine is appreciated by s…

A cracked screen while you’re working in the field. A failed hard drive after one too many bumps in your vehicle. A laptop that overheats in the middle of a critical service call. For teams that work in harsh environments, these scenarios probably sound all too familiar. Unfortunately, problem…