Calling a device “rugged” has lost most of its meaning in an age where supposedly rugged phones shatter from a small fall. But at Tangent, rugged isn’t just a simple marketing term, it’s a limit being constantly pushed against. Rugged mini PCs from Tangent are built from military grade components and tested in the harshest […]
Category: Mini PC
Tangent Covers All Bases in PC Needs
The average company doesn’t typically replace their computers all at once in a mass hardware refresh. Over years of use, certain models are phased out for newer ones or replaced because of age. And as business processes change and newer software suites require specific system configurations, a wide assortment of computer systems tend to be […]
There’s Small, and Then There’s Mini
Picture a small desktop computer in your mind. Even today, they are fair sized rectangular boxes that take up a considerable amount of space on the desk or underneath it. Now picture a mini PC… Is it just a tad smaller than the desktop? With Tangent’s line of industrial rugged mini PCs, you’d have to […]
Virtual Machine Hardware: Mini PC
When it comes to virtual machines a hot topic is “power.” Power usage VS CPU Power to be exact. Whether you are running 100 VMs at 128 MB RAM each or 5 VMs at 5GB RAM each, the critical issue comes down to power consumption and CPU availability. It’s no surprise the Rugged E3 Mini […]
A Solid Standard for Cleanliness
A Solid Standard for Cleanliness We’ve mentioned ISO standards in the past regarding safety metrics for electrical components like PCs, but did you know that the International Organization for Standards has published well over twenty thousand standards? Their work covers almost every industry, and every aspect of technology and manufacturing, providing guidance and rating […]
Mini PCs for Industrial Use
Mini PCs for Industrial Use When deciding whether to buy a Mini PC, you may feel some hesitancy comparing it to a full size PC. Although the size may be attractive, there may be some questions in your mind about what their capabilities are. You may be surprised to learn about their versatility and wide […]
All About In-Vehicle Computers
All About In-Vehicle Computers A computer mounted in a vehicle doesn’t sound like the most obvious place for it, but in reality, it’s an essential part of many industries’ daily functions. For example, mobile surveillance computers provide tracking, information gathering, and monitoring for emergency response vehicles such as police cars and ambulances. Vehicle mounted mini […]
The Rising importance of the Industrial Panel PC and Applications
The Rising importance of the Industrial Panel PC and Applications Few inventions have had as much impact on manufacturing environments around the world as the Industrial panel PC and related applications. These robust computers have evolved into a vital component for every industrial environment. While the design of home computers is increasingly rigid, there is […]
Fanless Computers: Still Running Cool!
Fanless Computers: Still running cool! Making a computer with a single fan is good engineering, making them fanless is an art. TANGENT offers fanless computers which are reliable and robust to meet your demanding requirements of ruggedness and performance. What are major problems with the fans that require us to build fanless computers? Noise: […]
Top Features of Tangent Rugged Mini PCs
Top Features of Tangent Rugged Mini PCs With our line of over 10 Rugged Mini PCs and adjustable specifications, it’s no wonder why Tangent is the go-to provider for Rugged Mini PCs. At Tangent, you can find the right Mini PC for your needs. Below are some key features you can find in our lineup […]