Workstations

Every person and business has different and unique requirements. A company focusing on design is going to want a processor capable of handling Mechanical Computer-Aided Design (MCAD), visual simulation and rendering. Another company will need to focus mainly on developing software or different business applications. Computer workstations are able to create a system that individually fits a business's or person's needs.

Workstations are high-end machines that are utilized by one person at a time, delivering high performance that is not typically found in regular desktop computer systems. In the areas of graphics, processing power, and carrying out multiple tasks simultaneously; workstations truly surpass regular computer system expectations. Another feature of workstations is the ability for out-of-office work to be done by logging in remotely. This benefit allows traveling employees to be able to access all the information they need to accomplish their tasks off-site.

Workstations are optimized for manipulating and displaying complex data, like: 3D design, simulation results, mathematical plots, and more. The workstation itslef is made up of a very high resolution display, keyboard, and a mouse. Some systems, howerver, support dual displays allowing the viewing area to be increased immensley. Many other specialized hardware and software equipment is able to be used in conjunction with computer workstations. Because of the high power offered by these machines, they are not outdated nearly as fast as regular desktop systems. The newest personal computers get updated to the last generation of workstations.

In the beginning, workstations started as a low cost type of minicomputer. These machines used the 32-bit microprocessor, instead of the multi-chip 32-bit processor. As these machines continued to evolve, better processors were created and clock speed was increased, surpassing all processors used in personal computers. Networking became important, because it allowed workstations to connect with larger computers for analysis and design. The cost for workstations, was much lower than minicomputers, allowing more companies to take advantage of their features and benefits, which before were unattainable.

Personal computers (PCs) and workstations took very different paths from the start. While the workstation was to deliver high performance at a low cost, PCs were to be within a certain price range and built to have a very low performance. This created a need for consistent updates with hardware and software capabilities.

With a price and performance comparison, workstations deliver the best possible value out of all computer systems. Even from the earliest days, these systems were focused on delivering the best performance, at the best prices. Workstations will continue to advance and grow, offering users powerful machines that will last them longer than any other system.

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