An industrial panel PC is used to control and monitor various industrial processes. It interacts with PLCs and other control systems to provide real-time data and control over machinery and equipment. Operators use the touchscreen interface to start, stop, adjust, and troubleshoot operations.

A rugged or ruggedized computer is designed with specific characteristics to ensure reliable performance in harsh environments. An industrial computer, however, is primarily used in industries like manufacturing. Many industrial computers incorporate features found in rugged models due to the challenging conditions they often face.

The Industrial Panel PC is an advanced computing platform specifically designed for industrial automation and control applications. It is equipped with a projected capacitive multitouch screen, allowing users to easily operate the device through intuitive gestures like tapping, zooming, and scrolling.

Industrial PCs are designed to withstand harsh industrial environments such as extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, and vibration, whereas normal PCs are designed for use in less demanding environments such as offices or homes.