Today's question is about the best and most affordable computer system for drone mapping.

Our caller for today, Scott is a real estate appraiser who is keen on getting into drone mapping. Being a longtime ADU listener, Scott is well aware that he needs a powerful computing system for processing drone maps. But such high-end systems can be really expensive and end up costing thousands of dollars.

So, what is the best option for Scott? Can he get a suitable system with enough computing power without burning a huge hole in his pocket?

Great question, Scott. It is important to buy a powerful mapping computer, especially if you want to run a voluminous mapping business. To help Scott out, Paul shares the specifications for the mapping computer that we, at Drone U use to process mapping data. Additionally, you also will learn how you can save thousands of dollars by building your mapping computer. Tune in for some excellent business tips! Fly safe!

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Timestamps

[04:20] Today's show is brought to you by our Drone U Live classes

[07:50] Today's question is about drone mapping computers

[09:28] Do you need a powerful computer to run a voluminous mapping business?

[11:00] Can you use a mapping computer with an AMD processor?

[11:49] Can you build your own mapping computer?

[12:10] There are many cheap motherboards available in the market. Should you use one?

[12:40] What is the best cooling solution for your computer?

[13:58] What is the minimum recommend RAM for a mapping computer?

[15:40 ]Do you need a powerful graphics card?

[17:38] Why you should use a SSD for storage

[18:42] Typically, what is the cost of a mapping computer? How much will you save if you build it yourself?

[20:58] Can you use a Mac book for processing your drone maps?

[22:08] How long does it take to process data for a large mapping project?

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