Now I think I’ve seen it all. Thin clients have been getting smaller and smaller - there’s a nice HP T5000 sat on my desk next to my laptop as I write this - and that’s a decent 8×10 inches. Now “Chip PC Technologies” has created a thin client that fits directly into an ethernet back box! So, rather than plugging an ethernet cable into the wall, you simply plug your mouse, keyboard and monitor in and your PC is complete and ready to go.

The other cool thing is all the ethernet connections go into the back of the device, and if your LAN supports PoE (or Power over Ethernet) then the device doesn’t even need to be plugged in! I think this is definitely the way of the future, and I might even suggest this solution for my company. I am wondering about the power button though - not too convenient if hidden behind a desk. Maybe the keyboard comes with a power switch.. According to the company’s specs, they are also looking to produce other systems that will fit into a back box, such as a 4 port switch and even a WiFi hotspot! [SHOW ME]