--- title: Trenton Systems Blog description: Industry trends and technologies, markets and use cases, and Trenton Systems' solutions - it's all right here! --- [![Trenton Systems Logo - 2022 - Final - YK](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Trenton%20Systems%20Logo%20-%202022%20-%20Final%20-%20YK.png?width=150&height=42&name=Trenton%20Systems%20Logo%20-%202022%20-%20Final%20-%20YK.png "Trenton Systems Logo - 2022 - Final - YK")](https://www.trentonsystems.com/?hsLang=en-au) [![About Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3455205/1c2cf584-9ba7-4b38-a48f-3ffa7a1b1d88.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3455205/1c2cf584-9ba7-4b38-a48f-3ffa7a1b1d88) [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169) ** ** ** [![Trenton Systems Circular Logo](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Photos/Logos/Trenton%20Systems%20Circular%20Logo.png?width=45&height=45&name=Trenton%20Systems%20Circular%20Logo.png "Trenton Systems Circular Logo")](https://www.trentonsystems.com/?hsLang=en-au) [![About Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3455205/1c2cf584-9ba7-4b38-a48f-3ffa7a1b1d88.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3455205/1c2cf584-9ba7-4b38-a48f-3ffa7a1b1d88) [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169) ** ** ** Search **Menu** ** ** [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3455205/cf4281d6-a8ce-455b-a647-1bfb6e589169) # Blogs by Trenton Systems ## [Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption: What's the Difference?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/symmetric-vs-asymmetric-encryption) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 2:32:20 PM [![Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption: What's the Difference?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/1-3.png)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/symmetric-vs-asymmetric-encryption) Graphic: In this blog post, we discuss the differences between symmetric encryption, a single-key encryption technique, and asymmetric encryption, also known as public-key cryptography, which uses private- and public-key pairs … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/symmetric-vs-asymmetric-encryption) Topics:[Asymmetric encryption](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/asymmetric-encryption)[symmetric encryption](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/symmetric-encryption) ## [What is BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-bios) by [Christopher Trick](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/christopher-trick), on 25/09/2023 2:29:02 PM [![What is BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/BIOS%20Image%20-2-2.jpeg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-bios) Right after a computer is turned on, it is important to make sure that there are no issues with hardware that could potentially compromise the computer's functionality. In this blog, … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-bios) Topics:[high-performance computers](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/high-performance-computers)[BIOS](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/bios) ## [RAID Levels 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10 & RAID Types (Software vs. Hardware)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/raid-levels-0-1-5-6-10-raid-types) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 1:55:25 PM [![RAID Levels 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10 & RAID Types (Software vs. Hardware)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/JBOD%20Product%20Page%20Hero%20Banner-1.jpg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/raid-levels-0-1-5-6-10-raid-types) Photo: There are a bunch of RAID levels, so many, in fact, that it can be a challenge to distinguish between the differences and benefits of each. In this blog … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/raid-levels-0-1-5-6-10-raid-types) Topics:[RAID](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/raid) ## [What Are Embedded Systems?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-are-embedded-systems) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 1:53:27 PM [![What Are Embedded Systems?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/TAC%20mission%20computer%20optimized.jpeg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-are-embedded-systems) Photo: Discover whether an embedded system is right for your program or application. As the demand for faster and more efficient high-performance computers increases, the dimensions of the form factors … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-are-embedded-systems) Topics:[embedded computers](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/embedded-computers)[embedded systems](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/embedded-systems) ## [What is a LAN Port (Local Area Network)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-lan-port) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 1:51:15 PM [![What is a LAN Port (Local Area Network)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/TRC1001%20Rear%20IO_LAN_ports_highlight.jpg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-lan-port) Consumer: What in the world is going on with this phone jack on the back of my PC? I've been trying to connect the phone cable to it but with … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-lan-port) Topics:[Computer networking](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/computer-networking)[LAN ports](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/lan-ports) ## [What is a Heat Sink, and How Does it Work?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-heat-sink) by [Christopher Trick](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/christopher-trick), on 25/09/2023 1:48:51 PM [![What is a Heat Sink, and How Does it Work?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/Heat%20Sink%20Computers%20.jpeg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-heat-sink) A computer's CPU (central processing unit) is often prone to overheating because some of its components overheat, posing risks to the entire computer's functionality. In this blog, you'll learn how … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-a-heat-sink) Topics:[heat sink](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/heat-sink)[high-performance computers](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/high-performance-computers)[CPU](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/cpu) ## [What is an SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable) Port?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-an-sfp-port) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 1:45:37 PM [![What is an SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable) Port?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/Visuals/Images/warehouse%20photography/SFP%20Port-1.jpg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-an-sfp-port) Photo: In this blog post, we'll discuss what SFP ports are, as well as answer frequently asked questions about them. UPDATE 5/8/2020: Can't get enough ports? Check out: What is … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-an-sfp-port) Topics:[Computer hardware](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/computer-hardware)[Computer networking](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/computer-networking)[small form factor pluggable](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/small-form-factor-pluggable) ## [What is PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-pcie) by [Christopher Trick](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/christopher-trick), on 25/09/2023 1:42:58 PM [![What is PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/PCIe-1.jpeg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-pcie) In addition to standard motherboard components, computers often need to be equipped with other parts and components to achieve the desired functionality. In this blog, you'll learn more about what … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/what-is-pcie) Topics:[PCIe](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/pcie)[PCIe slot](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/pcie-slot)[PCIe lane](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/pcie-lane)[PCIe card](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/pcie-card) ## [PCIe Gen 4 vs. Gen 3 Slots, Speeds](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/pcie-gen4-vs-gen3-slots-speeds) by [Brett Daniel](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/brett-daniel), on 25/09/2023 1:36:11 PM [![PCIe Gen 4 vs. Gen 3 Slots, Speeds](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/ssp8268%20pcie%20slots.jpg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/pcie-gen4-vs-gen3-slots-speeds) Photo: In this blog post, we'll go over the differences between PCIe Gen 4 and PCIe Gen 3. We'll also discuss whether it's time for an upgrade. Table of Contents … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/pcie-gen4-vs-gen3-slots-speeds) Topics:[Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/peripheral-component-interconnect-express-pcie) ## [What is an IP67 Rating?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/ip67-rating) by [Christopher Trick](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/author/christopher-trick), on 20/07/2023 9:12:37 AM [![What is an IP67 Rating?](https://www.trentonsystems.com/hubfs/drop-of-water-578897_1920.jpg)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/ip67-rating) Many devices have an IP rating to show that they are protected against dust and water, which can often impede operational abilities and lead to system failures. In this blog, … [Read Story **](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/ip67-rating) Topics:[secure by design](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/secure-by-design)[IP67](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/topic/ip67) ** Prev [All Posts](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/all) Next ** ### Trenton Systems Blog Our blogs cover the latest ruggedized computing news and company updates. - [Recent](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog#recent) - [Topics](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog#topics) - [Archive](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog#archive) - [Asymmetric encryption (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/asymmetric-encryption) - [BIOS (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/bios) - [Computer hardware (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/computer-hardware) - [Computer networking (2)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/computer-networking) - [CPU (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/cpu) - [embedded computers (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/embedded-computers) - [embedded systems (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/embedded-systems) - [heat sink (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/heat-sink) - [high-performance computers (2)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/high-performance-computers) - [IP67 (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/ip67) - [LAN ports (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/lan-ports) - [PCIe (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/pcie) - [PCIe card (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/pcie-card) - [PCIe lane (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/pcie-lane) - [PCIe slot (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/pcie-slot) - [Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/peripheral-component-interconnect-express-pcie) - [RAID (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/raid) - [secure by design (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/secure-by-design) - [small form factor pluggable (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/small-form-factor-pluggable) - [symmetric encryption (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/tag/symmetric-encryption) [More...](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog#) - [September 2023 (9)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/archive/2023/09) - [July 2023 (1)](https://www.trentonsystems.com/en-au/blog/archive/2023/07) ### Subscribe to Updates ### Trenton Systems 3100 Breckinridge Boulevard  Building 1200 Duluth, GA 30096, USA  Call us: [(770) 287-3100](tel:7702873100) [sales@trentonsystems.com](mailto:sales@trentonsystems.com)   ### Subscribe to our blog Copyright © 2021 Trenton Systems, Inc. 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