Computing is becoming essential even in remote, hard-to-reach places; rugged tablet technology enables connectivity and communication.

When people talk about the prevalence of computing, they usually don’t think of the fact that computers, today, are essential in war zones, areas struck by natural disasters, and tough environments like the Arctic or the Sahara where scientific research is being conducted. Most people are terrified of dropping, damaging, or getting water on their laptops, smartphones, and tablets. But how can a device survive when it’s just as likely to be hit by a bullet, dropped into floodwaters, or exposed to sub-freezing temperatures? That’s where rugged tablet technology comes in.