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    Can I install a program by copying the installed files from an old machine?

    So LoKe, you are saying that it would be easier if it wasn't a Microsoft program? Would like to learn more =)
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    Can I install a program by copying the installed files from an old machine?

    I see. I am trying to install a program called "Microsoft Creative Writer." I can't find the original disc anymore and I think I lost it when I moved last time. That is why I would really want to know whether there is anyway I can simply move the files from my old drive to a new drive, maybe...
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    Can I install a program by copying the installed files from an old machine?

    I have a program that I want to install onto another machine, but have lost the installation disc. When I try copying the installed files from the old machine and putting it onto the new machine, I get an error message "Class not registered" when I try to run it. Is there any thing I can do...
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    How come my 3800+ X2 machine is only running at 994 MHz?

    Thanks for the feedback! I will definitely enjoy the chip :D Since this is a new machine with warranty, I think I am going to wait 3 years before I OC the chip. Till then, I would read up on it from here! Thanks!
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    How come my 3800+ X2 machine is only running at 994 MHz?

    Below is a screenshot of CPU-Z. Just wondering if this is normal? :D Link Thanks!
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    How come my 3800+ X2 machine is only running at 994 MHz?

    Hi. Can anyone who has the X2 3800+ please take a screenshot of My Computers -> Properties? I just want to see what MHz it shows. Is it two cores, with each core running at 994MHz? Is that why windows is showing 994MHz? Thank you.
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    How come my 3800+ X2 machine is only running at 994 MHz?

    Thanks for the quick reply guys. "There is little to none performance penalty..." Is that true? I am questioning because it takes 4 seconds to load up firefox and almost 30 seconds to boot up to Windows. Just wondering is this is supposed to be the case.
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    How come my 3800+ X2 machine is only running at 994 MHz?

    Hi. I just bought a HP a1250n desktop and so far, I am not very pleased with it, for two reasons: 1) The case rattles a lot without me having to place something on top of it. The rattling generates a loud noise, even louder than the psu fan. 2) When I check My Computers, I found out that...
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Thank you Wolfshanze for replying. Yes, I have learned the main point you are trying to convey, and that is it is better to replace the system rather than trying to patch it up with an upgrade here and there. That said, my friend is looking to upgrade his video card to the BFG 6600GT OC. From...
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Also, Merry Christmas to all! I really appreciate your feedbacks!
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Hello all. I have read all your replies, and I definitely agree that buying this card is not the wisest investment. However, my cousin is still in high school and I think this computer is all he's got for the remainder for his high school years (3 years). With this in mind, I thought the...
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Thanks! I bought my cousin the ATI All-in-wonder 9600 non-pro for $120 CAD. What do you think? :D Thanks for all your advice!
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Hi! Thanks for the reply! Yes you are right. It is definitely better for him to buy a new computer, but I don't think he can afford to (I can't either) buy a new computer. However, if I were to buy a card that would not be bottenecked by his system, what card would you guys recommend? Thanks!
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    What's my best option given the system I have and the limited cash I have to play today's games?

    Hi. The following is the specs of my cousin's computer. He is looking to upgrade his video card so he can play some of the newer games. Which of the following card would you recommend? ATI AIW 9600 ATI 9600 XT ATI AIW 9700 Pro ATI AIW 9800 Pro ATI 9800 Pro ATI 9800 XT Specs: Pentium...
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    Is there any explanation behind this strange case of missing hard drive space?

    Wow. I see. Thanks for the explanation. Maybe storing things in zip files is not a bad idea. I have avoided doing so in the past because it takes a long time for my antivirus to scan compressed files. But now that space is priority, I would definitely do it =) Thank you everyone for...