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91.
by eemil 7y ago
Compared to a Mac Pro, you'll be giving up * Desktop-grade cooling * Multithreaded CPU performance (4-6 vs 8-28 cores) * PCI-e lanes + expandability (via PCI-e slot) * RAM expandable to 1.5 TB * dual 10 GBit ethernet Not all "pros
92.
by eemil 7y ago
To a degree, I can forgive the use of slim ethernet ports. Now that dual-band wifi and widely compatible (USB-C) docking stations are common, it's not essential to have one at all, for the majority of users
93.
by eemil 7y ago
Agreed. BTW, parts of the server are actually written in C. Best thing about Seafile is its syncing performance. Worlds better than owncloud/pydio, and it doesn't choke on large directories.
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by eemil 7y ago
Seafile's paid version support S3 backend storage and is free for 3 users.
95.
by eemil 7y ago
A "pro" machine shouldn't be making these types of compromises. My last two laptops (ThinkPad 13, Dell 7490) both have the ability to charge either with the built-in charging connector or USB-C.
96.
by eemil 8y ago
Same. Low-dpi monitors cause a lot of eye strain for me.
97.
by eemil 8y ago
I'm finding myself using slow charging more as batteries are harder to replace these days. Faster charging produces more heat, degrading lithium batteries faster. And it's just unnecessary if you leave your phone to charge overni
98.
by eemil 8y ago
Not an issue in this day and age, IMO. While FWD is more controllable, and safer in the snow, modern stability control systems have done a _lot_ to bridge the gap. My 2006 era RWD car has the manufacturer's optional stability control,
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by eemil 8y ago
Agreed. Seems like it would either be awfully complex (and expensive), or a jarring experience compared to most trackpads. If you're a trackpoint user, Lenovo's usb/bluetooth thinkpad keyboard offers the same kb+mouse combo i