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The challenge of preventing human error in cybersecurity

Preventing human error in cybersecurity is an ongoing challenge for processors

Casey Laughman

May 3, 2021

While technological solutions help processors ensure data stays safe, human error is still a potential weakness.

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WLAN logistics computers

August 28, 2020

Depending on the WLAN coverage and application, these touchscreen computers can be equipped with integrated or external antennas to adapt to the respective infrastructure.

Automation

Are you and your control systems ready for Windows 10?

Microsoft will drop support of Windows 7 in January 2020

Wayne Labs

December 10, 2019

Windows 7 to 10 upgrades may not be so difficult—so upgrade to stay secure.

Android is not just for smartphones—it’s for smart low-temp operations too

Despite the critical need for accountability, many processing facilities and distribution centers are using devices that run on legacy Windows systems.

September 27, 2019

More and more plants and distribution centers are turning to panel PCs that have Android operating systems for monitoring and controlling low-temp processing and material handling operations.

Technology Sourcebook

Beckhoff Automation C6015 Compact IPC

January 9, 2017

Measuring 82 x 82 x 40 mm, the Beckhoff Automation multi-core C6015 Industrial PC facilitates the implementation of automation, visualization and system-wide communication in small and mid-sized applications.

Technology Sourcebook

Embedded box PC

June 18, 2015

Powered by an Intel Celeron Quad Core J1900 2.0GHz SoC, the Advantech ARK-6322 fanless, embedded box PC supports full I/O ports including 6 serial ports, 8 USB ports, dual LANs, a VGA and a display port.

TECH FLASH

Terminals eliminate need for PCs

With so much equipment to clean, maintain and repair, Superior Farms eliminated all PCs from its processing facilities.

February 10, 2015

IP69K-protected IND780-controlled scales communicate with the company’s ERP system without using a PC.

Technology Sourcebook

Android tablet

January 14, 2015

Incorporating a quad-core Cortex A7 CPU and PowerVR XT GPU, the Arbor Gladius 8 Android tablet features a 7.85-in. LCD display with a multi-touch projected-capacitive touchscreen and integrated WWAN, WLAN and Bluetooth connections.