Intel Content Creators

Puget Systems has teamed up with Intel to power content creators! Photo and video work can place significant demands on your workstation. Puget Systems is a leader in providing high quality, high performance PCs, ideal for this work. We are providing a prize desktop and laptop for the Intel contest, and have provided the contest judges, Andy Best and Renee Robyn, with PCs of their own.

Why Are Your Computers So Expensive?

“Why are your systems so expensive?”

I run into this question from time to time. It is understandable I suppose, since so many computer companies have worked to make their systems cheaper and cheaper to make them more appealing to a number of folks. As one company does this, then another company will attempt to do the same with a slightly lower price than the other in an effort to compete in that market.

Why to Choose a Xeon

Despite Intel directing the Xeon processor line toward specific types of computers – primarily servers and workstations – there has been some confusion over when they are the appropriate choice versus a more mainstream processor. I’ve had gamers ask about Xeons because they thought they were more powerful, and likewise I have had businesses ask about running servers on Core i7 processors. So when does a Xeon make sense, and what do they really bring to the table?

GTC 2015 Deep Learning and OpenPOWER

Another great GTC meeting. NVIDIA does this right! The most interesting aspects for me this year were the talks on “Deep Learning” (Artificial Neural Networks) and OpenPOWER. I have some observations and links to recordings of the keynotes and talks. Enjoy!

My Impressions of Windows 10 Technical Preview

The Ford Mustang, Apple’s iPhone and pretty much any Harley Davidson bike are a few products whose design is debated and aggressively deliberated among fans. Even the slightest design or spec change can send fans running for social media to discuss and debate. It’s dangerous business messing with a classic.

When you tell people your favorite Mustang is the ’65 Fastback, you’re drawing a line in the sand between the classic and the new. You stand for something and can defend your position. In fact, you probably search for opportunities to defend your choice.