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by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
“I solemnly swear to back up my important documents and precious memories on March 31.” That is the pledge for World Backup Day, an organization whose goal is to make sure your personal data is safe. It is a noble mission, and B&H would like to do our part to spread the message and help provide some resources so you can start backing up.
This page is neither officially supported nor endorsed by World Backup Day.
What Would You Do If You Lost Everything?
It’s a chilling question
by William Min · Posted
Do you remember the old days when waiting for your computer to boot up meant you had enough time to visit the restroom, get something to eat, and maybe even mow your lawn? Now, with SSDs becoming more readily available, wake-up times for your computer are almost nonexistent. Go from a cold boot to browsing the Web in mere seconds with a M.2 NVMe SSD. But what does that mean? Read on to learn more about commonly used storage terms in this handy glossary.
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How much data storage do I need? What is a RAID? Photojournalist David Mark Erickson provides an overview of the modern data storage and explains some of the key concepts behind what makes for a robust, safe, and secure data storage setup.
0:00 - Intro
2:50 - Presentation outline
4:30 - Key concepts
11:13 - Modern storage options
19:47 - Connection types
23:03 - NAS vs. DAS
25:39 - What is a RAID
32:00 - How RAIDs work
38:52 - Cautionary tales
42:33 - Real world setups
53:20 - Q&A
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by Steven Esposito · Posted
Graphics cards are one of the many important components that make up your computer and are necessary to run your essential programs and favorite games. They can be expensive at times, testing the threshold of price to performance. Luckily, Intel has come back into the space with their Arc B580 series cards. Branding the product nomenclature of “Battlemage,” Intel comes out swinging with impressive results across the board.
Raw Specs
When the Intel A (Alchemist) series released, folks felt underwhelmed by their performance. Sure, they were able
by Steven Esposito · Posted
For ages, designers of all specialties drafted their designs on desktop systems. As those careers became more mobile, designers needed something powerful and agile, so they drifted toward gaming laptops due to their technical prowess. Now, workstation laptops have taken the market by storm. But how are they different than the gaming laptops people have been buying this entire time? Let's delve into it!
Gaming computers are known for housing powerful components that go beyond what traditional business and everyday laptops use. Aside from
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Whether you are a creative designer, animator, business professional, or a gaming enthusiast, there comes a time when you need to reassess the capabilities of your computer. From general performance issues to new technologies that could streamline your processes, you might wonder if (and when) your system is worth upgrading. Luckily, we can answer that for you.
Before we get into it, we must note that there are different types of people who upgrade at different
by Steven Esposito · Posted
One of the most essential components of any computer system is its storage device. Whether you are a business professional, artist, editor, or even a gamer, you need room to save your digital library of games and media. But which option is best suited for your demands, a Solid-State Drive (SSD) or a Hard-Disk Drive (HDD)?
by Steven Wong · Posted
Whether you're starting out as a content creator or an experienced professional, we can all use a little help turning ideas into finished works. Fortunately, we can now use the power of AI-enhanced Copilot+ PCs like the 13" Microsoft Surface Pro, which utilize a dedicated NPU built into their Snapdragon X-series processors, to significantly enhance photography, design, and digital art workflows.
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
Slow computers are frustrating, but many times they just need a little TLC to bounce back. The solution can be as simple as making sure your operating system is up to date, but every so often you need to dive a little deeper and tend to that all-important SSD. If you’re a Windows 10 or 11 user, we are going to show you how to do just that.
Declutter that Drive!
If you’ve never cleaned up your SSD before, there’s a good chance you have old files and unused apps slowing it down. Even brand-new computers have bloatware
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SanDisk Professional has launched the PRO-BLADE system, a brand-new, modular, hot-swappable, portable SSD product line for capturing film and photography directly from your camera. Follow along to get a deep dive into this new ecosystem and its top features.
0:00 - Introduction
3:00 - How the Pro-Blade Ecosystem Works
12:33 - Pro-Blade Station Versatility
14:34 - How the Pro-Blade System Compares to Traditional Drives and its Key Features
23:20 - Pro-Blade Media Workflow
27:18 - What Cameras are Compatible with the Pro-Blade Drive?
30:45 -
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Need to access your files from anywhere in the world? Network attached storage (NAS) is the solution for you! Follow along as Matt Zefi explains what NAS is, how it differs from DAS, what setups to use, and more.
0:00 - Introduction
0:22 - What is NAS?
0:41 - NAS vs. DAS
1:16 - Small and Medium Setups
1:59 - Large Setup
3:27 - 3-2-1 Backup
4:12 - Internet Access
Do you use NAS in your workflow? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Are you tired of losing your data? In this video, Matt Zefi presents a simple and seamless solution for backing up your data using a variety of DAS.
What are your own tips for backing up your data? Do you agree with Zefi's techniques?
0:00 - Introduction
0:37 - Backing-Up Basics
1:13 - Image Backup of Your Computer
1:47 - Smaller Setups
2:19 - Medium- and Large-Sized Setups
4:53 - Software and Hardware RAID
6:35 - File Sync
7:02 - Mobile Drive
7:31 - Hard Drive Health
7:45 - Cloud Solutions
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In this video, Doug Guerra upgrades the PC he built in 2020 with the new Intel® Arc™ A770 and A750 graphics cards. Watch as Guerra explains what needs to be upgraded and demonstrates how each graphics card performs when editing and encoding video, as well as during AI Video Processing.
0:00 - Summary of Previous Build
3:34 - Upgrading Our PC
9:24 - Arc First Impressions
10:38 - Adobe Premiere Performance
12:02 - DaVinci Resolve
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Joe DiGiovanna is creating a 30-year time lapse of the New York City skyline, which requires managing a lot of files. He shares his professional and tried-and-true methods for backing up footage or photos. These are important tips to add to your filmmaking or photography workflow.
What are your questions about backing up your files and media management? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
How often do you clean your tech? If your answer is “rarely, never,” or “I didn’t know my tech needed to be cleaned,” you’re not alone. Springtime is all about cleaning and, while you’re busy folding clothes, organizing drawers, and dusting shelves, your computer is slowly suffocating. It’s easy to overlook cleaning your beloved PC or your favorite pair of headphones in the bump and grind of daily life, but you’ll want to address that accumulating filth sooner or later. You shouldn’t put it off for too long. If left powered on, a computer will