Ethernet - a short history May 10, 2026/Myles Kelvin/General Ethernet Explained: The Technology That Built Modern Networking Few technologies have shaped modern computing more profoundly than Ethernet. From the earliest local area networks at Xerox PARC in the 1970s to today’s multi-hundred-gigabit hyperscale data centers, Ethernet has evolved from a simple shared coaxial cable into the dominant wired networking technology on Earth. Ethernet now powers nearly every major category of digital infrastructure: Enterprise networks Data centers Industrial autom Read Article Ethernet - a short history
Should I Wait for PCIe Gen 6 SSDs? January 23, 2025/Myles Kelvin/General When it comes to technology, the promise of something better is always just around the corner. In the world of storage, that next big leap is PCIe Gen 6 SSDs. With speeds projected to double that of PCIe Gen 5, it’s hard not to wonder: should you hold out for PCIe Gen 6, or is now the time to invest in current-generation SSDs? Let’s break it down. What Is PCIe Gen 6? PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) is the high-speed interface that allows your SSD, GPU, and other peripherals to c Read Article Should I Wait for PCIe Gen 6 SSDs?
USB - A brief History - introducing USB4 June 11, 2024/Myles Kelvin/General Before we plunge into the realm of USB4, let's take a quick trip down memory lane. USB, or Universal Serial Bus, has been the backbone of peripheral connectivity for over two decades. From humble beginnings with USB 1.0 to the lightning-fast speeds of USB 3.2, this ubiquitous interface has evolved to meet the ever-growing demands of modern computing. USB (with an "A" connector) USB 1.0, the groundbreaking interface that revolutionized connectivity! USB 1.0, standing for Universal Serial Bus, bro Read Article USB - A brief History - introducing USB4