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    What would you pick for <1k , 13.3-14" for a non gamer

    I've already got a mbp, but the battery is starting to get really hot and i'm a bit over the "simple, easy to use OS" I up and around most of the day and dont like coming home to a desk. I want to use this laptop to do remote access, business programs, and some light cad review work (no...
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    Mac Mini for desktop.Whats your opinion

    I dont game anymore and am using my MBP a lot more than I used to. I have no problems paying to try new apps, and really enjoy having an app store for desktop stuff now. I do alot of office 2010 / outlook / internet multitasking and have never done a SFF. I'm sure c2d would be fine powerwise...
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    Sleep / Hibernate ...anyone have advice? Win 7

    Has anyone run into a similar problem with their system? I have 64 bit win 7. my sleep settings are as follows after 30 min - turn on lcd after 1 - sleep but when it goes into sleep. It wont come out. I have to unplug the AC power cord, essentially clearing the CMOS and then having to...
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    Alternatives to an SLR?

    I was in the same situation today. I got tired of my old P&S , and wanted something a little bigger to replace my dslr for everday. I found out that my BB (YMMV) was clearing out some not so old sony SX's. I picked up an hx1 , out the door for ~190. These were originally 399. If you can find one...
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    23" dell eips good for gaming? 200 bucks

    I bought these from dell online a few months ago for cheap. They are an excellent monitor when compared side by side with a dell TN.
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    How do I get 3 displays with a 5770 / using onboard graphics instead of DP

    I have a 5770 and 3 monitors. I didnt know that I need active DP adapter in order to run 3 monitors. How do i set up 3 monitors using two on the 5750 and 1 using the onboard hd4250 that my mobo has?
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    CPU and mobo gone...whats a good overclockle upgrade for a ddr2 bases system?

    i'm looking for a good bang for the buck mobo/cpu combo to use in a test box that will run some virtual servers. Looking for a ddr2 based mobo. I have no cpu brand preference.
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    I only buy FPS when i get a new pc....recommend one for new pc..

    I like playing large multiplayer (online) FPS games to test out new PCs. 5-6 years ago i build a new machine and got counter strike source 3 years ago i built another machine and got BF 2 I just built a new machine - what do think should be next....
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    No boot - No beep codes .......whats my issue?

    Today, i was able to pull find a new psu I had bought about a year ago. I used the newer motherboard I got, 1 stick of ram and the boot drive. Same problem. I disconnected the boot drive - same problem. I took out the memory all together and tried it, and i got repeated fast beeping. I'm not...
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    No boot - No beep codes .......whats my issue?

    I usually leave my PC on 24/7, but yesterday, i decided to shutdown. When I tried to start back up , the PC fans and board turned on, but nothing responded. No display, no peripherals. I assumed it was a corrupt mobo bios, so i reset the cmos jumper and tried several power refreshes (AC outlet...
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    Choosing a bike between Giant and Trek

    Get fitted well on a trek. I dont like giants one size fits all framing. Trek has better geometry and felt better to me in that price range. But always get properly fitted. It's the most important part. Dont even think of carbon in your price range. it's a joke really. Steel bends , carbon...
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    Car shopping: need advice/guidance

    I would get another corolla and upgrade the suspension and tires. I found that now is a great time to buy used in the private market. I suggest crazedlist.org and autotrader. Call around and search for a competent seller. Also frequent enthusiast forums. They have great used cars, as most of...
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    need help finding a good commuting car

    I wouldnt mind driving the 5 speed, but the fiancee cant drive manual and has no willingness to learn. lol I've also come across some nice deals on 06 Lexus IS models for around 24K, which is marginally higher than what I would be paying for an 09-10 focus or corolla. The downside to the...