>> Get a few SSDs, put them into RAID0 and be happy. Make certain you have >> excellent backups due to the risks of RAID0. Which is cheaper per GB - >> RAM or SSDs? > > Which one doesn't require lifetime counters and wear leveling? > Run some numbers. For the 5 yr life of a server or 3 yrs for a workstation, does it really matter? OTOH, the hassle-factor **is** important too.