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I tested a $2,000 medical tablet for research, and it turned out to be a Windows beast

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DT Research 323MD medical tablet ZDNET's key takeaways The DT Research 323MD tablet is avaialble from CDW for $2,066.

With an antimicrobial coating, hot-swappable battery, and exchangeable keyboards, this tablet is as durable as it is versatile.

Its extreme durability is geared toward the healthcare industry, and as such rather expensive. View now at Cdw

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I've reviewed so many laptops, desktops, and tablets that it's rare something comes across my desk that raises an eyebrow. When I was contacted by DT Research to review their latest rugged tablet, the 323MD, I of course said "yes," but assumed it would be more of the same.

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What I didn't realize was that this tablet was more than just a device that could take a beating and keep on computing. The 323MD tablet comes with durability specifically designed for healthcare environments, making other Android tablets I've tested pale in comparison.

What does that even mean?

To begin with, the 323MD tablet has an anti-microbial coating, which means it's safe in clean environments. This tablet is also:

ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 certified for antimicrobial enclosure

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