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The IT world is filled with differences. From differences between one server to the next, to different softwares, to different hard drives. You have options in every aspect of technology. This month, we’ve considered just three aspects to break down for you.

In a world where technology is beginning to consume us, we need to at least have a foot in the technology loop. Do you know how to write html code? Know the difference between a hard drive and a server? As long as you take a little bit of time and match it with a little bit of dedication, it’s never too late to learn something about the ever growing tech industry. We’ve come up with a few simple tips to jump start your tech knowledge.

Do you miss building objects out of LEGOs, pretending they could do anything? littleBits allows you to build anything you can imagine, and a bonus, it’ll actually work.

Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. While Apple and IBM have been at war for as long as we can remember, they no longer have the need to battle. Apple may have beat out IBM in the PC war many years ago, but now, the companies have decided they will be playing for the same team.

We’ve heard more and more about the concept of 3D printing in the last few years, but 3D printing has actually been around since 1984. 3D printing works like an inkjet printer, but uses desired materials “printed” in layers instead of ink to create an end product. 3D printing can be seen in a variety of industries like automotive, aviation, manufacturing, and medical. As 3D printing is becoming more prevalent, we want to take a quick look at its timeline.

UK based company Raspberry Pi has announced the release of a new tiny computer, the Raspberry Pi Model B+. Still credit card sized and still offered at Model B’s price of $35, the Model B+ has new perks. The company, which started in 2012, has sold more than 3 million boards to date. Their products are used by everyone from tech savvy tinkerers to tech savvy kids; just check out the Kano. In fact, Raspberry Pi even recommends the new Model B+ for schools.

ServerMonkey is pleased to announce that we will begin carrying BRAND NEW SuperMicro products on July 1st. SuperMicro has been a global leader in the high end technology industry since 1993. They deliver green solutions for data centers, cloud computing, enterprise IT, and big data… just to name a few. The company has remained a leader in the industry by optimizing new technologies and first-to-market advantages. The products are put through a rigorous design and testing process to ensure quality is held up to ISO standards (ISO9001 and ISO14001). SuperMicro operation centers are located in the Silicon Valley, the Netherlands, and Taiwan.

Wireless charging is on the brink. The end is near for short iPhone chargers and the need to replace them every other month. No longer will you have to fight over an outlet to charge your dying laptop or cell phone or run to the other room to quickly grab your charger before you lose your last 1%. Soon, you will be able to simply place your phone or laptop on a table and begin charging with the help of a wireless charging mat.

Also known as inductive charging, wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects, i.e. a cell phone, computer, or tablet. The charging station consists of induction coils that create the alternating electromagnetic field, which is then converted into an electrical current to charge the desired device. Advantages of wireless chargers include convenience, protected connections, and durability, while disadvantages include lower efficiency, wasted heat, and slower charging.