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Straight answers to the questions we get asked most — on cabling, cameras, Wi-Fi and hardware buying.

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Why PC Component Prices Are Rising in 2026

RAM and SSD prices have jumped hard this year — and it has almost nothing to do with gamers or office PCs. Here's what's actually driving it.

8 min readUpdated August 2026

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The questions that come up on every site.

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  1. Networking

    Cat6 vs Cat6A: Which Cabling Does Your Office Need?

    The spec sheets make it look complicated. In practice, it comes down to three questions about your office.

    6 min read

  2. CCTV

    How Many CCTV Cameras Does Your Shop or Office Need?

    More cameras isn't automatically better coverage. Here's how to actually work out the number.

    5 min read

  3. Wi-Fi

    Why Your Office Wi-Fi Has Dead Zones (And How to Fix Them)

    Before you buy another extender, it's worth understanding what's actually blocking the signal.

    6 min read

  4. Hardware

    Buying Refurbished PCs: What to Actually Check

    Refurbished isn't the same as second-hand — if it's done right. Here's what separates the two.

    6 min read