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Dedicated computer servers usually last between three to five years before heavy workloads degrade their components. Running constant data processing and generating endless volumes of digital media creates severe hardware wear. When companies store massive amounts of online content, those hard working machines eventually require complete replacement to keep internet services running smoothly.
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