Recent content by strangeuncle

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    need help choosing a motherboard

    hello all, I need help in picking a new motherboard. I will be going with AMD 939 socket. I will not be doing any overclocking. All I need is a motherboard with good features and most importantly, relaible and stability. I have heard good things from ASUS and DFi, any suggestions?
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    Dual monitor question

    Think you for a detailed description. Does most people use extended desktop and simply multitask since you have lots of desktop space now? or does people use dual view, and set up each program to open in their desinated monitor. If I use dual monitor, where each monitor has their own...
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    Dual monitor question

    Hello, I have just recently learned that it is possible for my video card to support dual monitors? However, I have many questions in how does dual monitor work? Will I be able to surf the net in one monitor and play a DVD in the other monitor? Will I be able to watch a movie in one monitor...
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    Klipsch promedia 2.1 or Logitech Z-2300

    The reason I started this new thread is because I narrow my choices down to the Klipsch and Logitech. So I want to see what others think of these and onlt these two speakers
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    Klipsch promedia 2.1 or Logitech Z-2300

    I am having trouble deciding between these two speakers. I have read great reviews for both speaker system, and the local store that I shop in have these two at the same price. Anyone got any pointers?
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    Need help picking a speaker system

    I do not plan to build a massive speaker system, all I need is a simple 2.1 with good sound. That is why I came down to either the logitech or the klipsch, because these two speakers are getting great review from editors and users. Why do you think BOSE sucks? I know they are very overpriced...
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    Need help picking a speaker system

    Hello all, I am in a market for a new 2.1 speaker system. Any recommandations? So far, I have been reading good reviews for Klipsch Promedia GMX A 2.1 and Logitech Z-2300. Does anyoen have other reccomandations?
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    question for Duvie

    Hello, I been reading the forums at Anandtech and you seem to know a lot about CPU. I am building a new computer and I am trying to decided between the Pentium 4 640 @3.2GHz. or the AMD 64 3500+, I came down to these two choice since they are about the same price range. I consider myself only...
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    ATI X800XL or Nvidia 6800GT

    Hello all, I am trying to decide between the X800XL or 6800GT, any suggestions? I am wondering which of these two video cards are quieter? Or does anyone know which company makes quieter video cards? Asus, MSI, EVGA, ATI..etc....Thank you for your suggestions
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    Question about CPU and RAM

    Hello, I am sorry, but I forgot to mention, that I do use a lot of photoshop and video editing. That is why I want more ram. I am not sure if 1G of high performance ram or 2G of value ram is better.
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    Question about CPU and RAM

    My budget for ram is uder 400USD
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    Question about CPU and RAM

    I decided to go with Intel because I usually use computer just with everyday applications. I do not usually play games. I heard Intel is better at multitasking. That is why I am picking Intel
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    Question about CPU and RAM

    I need help picking which CPU and the amount of Ram to purchase. I am getting an INTEL CPU and I am trying to decide between 640 or 550. The 640 is 3.2 GHz with 2MB cache L2. And the 550 is 3.4 GHz with 1MB cache L2. Also, I am trying to decide the amount of RAM to get as well. I am...