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by Steven Esposito · Posted
LaCie is excited to announce its latest mass storage solution, the 8big Pro5 RAID array. This compact and fast storage system is designed for creatives needing some extra space, fast data transfer speeds, and enhanced reliability.
LaCie 8big Pro5 128TB 8-
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
by Steven Esposito · Posted
So now that we know a little bit more about mass storage, let’s take a look at a few physical items that will help you create your own little digital library of photos, videos, music, and more. It all starts with a concept: What are you looking to do with your mass storage drive? Are you a creator who needs a lot of space? Maybe something small enough to transport? Maybe something big for your company? There are tons of units out there and we are going to help provide you with a solid jumping off point.
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OWC Gemini 2-Bay
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Have you ever needed to save your data to a storage drive that isn't located on your computer? Chances are you have and in doing so ran into questions like "Why is this taking so long?" or "Why does this thing weigh five pounds?" I'm here to answer those questions and more in this ultimate guide to portable storage.
What Is Portable Storage?
Let's start off by answering the most basic question here. As a form factor, portable storage is used to save data outside of your computer. They can be anything from flash drives to SSDs. There are tons
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Graphics cards are better than ever before—they’re also much bigger. Take the ASUS GeForce RTX 5090 Astral OC, for example, which is 14.1” long and 5.9” thick and takes up 3.8 slots worth of expansion ports on the back of your PC case. It’s not the only behemoth out there, either. Even less power-hungry cards measure around 13 x 5.5”, taking up a significant amount of room. Considering the weight
by Steven Esposito · Posted
I love BenQ monitors. Over the last several years, I have been buying their brand of gaming monitors because they are long lasting, have great build quality, and match the performance and function that I need. But those are gaming monitors—what about displays for designers and professional users? Well, you’ll be glad to know that BenQ continues to uphold their outstanding quality with the PD3226G.
Sleek and Professional
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Finding the right computer for editing your podcast can be confusing, especially when you consider how many models and platforms are out there. Luckily for you, today we will go over a list of a few of the best computers for podcast editing.
It is important to note that when it comes to podcast editing, you don’t need a whole lot. Most computers these days tend to handle audio software quite easily. Despite that, there are still a recommended
by Steven Esposito · Posted
SanDisk is happy to announce its latest storage solutions for gaming enthusiasts on the move with a new batch of microSD Express Memory Cards and PlayStation-themed SSDs. Designed to optimize throughput and bandwidth, these new storage solutions leverage various technologies to ensure your files and games are managed quickly and safely.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
SanDisk is happy to announce its latest entry into the world of media storage with the PRO-CINEMA CFexpress Type A Memory Card designed for filmmakers filming in 4K, 6K, and 8K resolutions. Coming in 480GB and 960GB capacities, these memory cards offer ample space for your most essential clips. Operating on the PCIe 4.0 interface, the PRO-CINEMA memory cards operate at a max read and write speed of 1800 and 1650 MB/s
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to expressing your creative side, having a good machine is important. A solid computer lays the foundation, streamlining your workflow with an optimized layout, giving you the finished product you were hoping to create. Today, we are looking at a few of the best Windows 11 laptops and desktop computers to help unshackle your creative side and bring your designs to life.
Laptops
Creating on the go can be difficult, but not impossible. Laptops offer the mobile form factor solution if you are someone who finds themselves working off
by Steven Esposito · Posted
MSI is excited to announce a new round of desktop gaming computers featuring the power of NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs. The new gamer-focused desktops are available in three core variations—the Vision Elite RS, Infinite RS AI, and the Aegis ZS2—giving gamers plenty of options to choose from.
Aegis ZS2
Giving gamers ample power to run their favorite titles, the
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Samsung announces its latest entry into the world of solid-state drives (SSDs) with the 9100 PRO PCIe NVME M.2 internal drive. Available in multiple capacities up to 8TB, the 9100 PRO can easily accommodate a wide range of systems from gaming rigs to high-capacity media workstations.
Samsung
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Leveraging over 25 years of computing experience, AMD announces its latest Radeon RX 9000 Series graphics cards, bringing new technologies such as RDNA 4 architecture to gaming enthusiasts, creators, and developers. With a strong history within the PC, console, mobile, and handheld spaces, AMD looks to deliver not just but ensures positive performance-per-dollar ratio for customers all over the world.
RDNA 4
Taking their design architecture to
by Mos Khan · Posted
Apple announced today updated versions of the Mac Studio. Interestingly, the company is leveraging both generations of chips with the base Studio now packing an M4 Max chip while the higher-end model featuring an M3 Ultra. According to Apple's own metrics, the new Mac Studio is their most powerful Mac to date. The M4 Studio's asking price comes in at $1,999 while the kitted-out M3 version starts at a cool $3,999.
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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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