Recent content by xitshsif

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    Basic C++ graphics framework?

    Yeah, just interested in Windows for now. My only thought regarding DirectX is it may be a little overkill for my needs. But of course, it is one of the industry standards... Any recommendations for getting started? I really enjoy figuring stuff out, but this is one of those things I just...
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    Is Perl dead?

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mason_(Perl)
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    Basic C++ graphics framework?

    I'm a competent SDE, but have never done much in the way of graphics programming. I'd like to make a basic game as a project and I'm looking for ideas of how to get started. I'm sure there are tons of C++ libraries out there which do what I need. I just need to be able to get basic...
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    Good headphones for gaming?

    The HD280s are $70 at Amazon.com, which doesn't sound bad from what you say. I'm no audiophile or anything, but do want a decent set for gaming, so I'm not sure how big a difference I'd see throughout the price range. These are what I currently have, but they've taken a beating over the past...
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    Good headphones for gaming?

    Any thoughts on the EH250's? I'm sure those HD280 Pros are better, but how big a difference would there be between those and these?
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    Good headphones for gaming?

    I'm looking for headphone recommendations. Mostly play FPSs, so I'd love to be able to hear clear footsteps and stuff like that. I do prefer closed-back style to block out some noice, but I don't need crazy noise-canceling ones. I don't need a headset with a mic, just the phones. Any...
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    New Build

    One of the things I always ask: What resolution are you gaming at? The cost of the GTX may be more than it's worth.
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    Rate my new build

    GTX :thumbsup:
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    Full rebuild, no upgrade. Feedback requested

    Especially with newer games, you'll want the GTX if you want eye candy. That kind of resolution is where the top end video cards really are necessary. I figure if you've got the money to drop on a 30" LCD, paying a bit extra to get a video card that'll drive it well is a good idea. Anandtech Link
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    Full rebuild, no upgrade. Feedback requested

    Do you really think this is a good combo? I'd be a bit concerned with a 8800 GTS 640 driving the 30" at 2560x1600.
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    Link
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    Can i blind myself with a laser mouse? & Will i notice a difference with this new mouse?

    Now for all of you wondering about fun with lasers Text
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    Can i blind myself with a laser mouse? & Will i notice a difference with this new mouse?

    It's not unpleasant. In fact, lasers used in mice use less power than LEDs used in optical mice. It's not like people get tracks burned into their desk from laser mice. You won't feel a thing.
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    Raptor vs Raid 0 vs SATA II

    Reformat
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    Question on Ram / Ram timing

    DDR2 generally has significantly higher latencies than DDR. DDR running at the same bus speed as DDR2 will be faster. However DDR2 is able to run at much faster bus speeds and at lower voltages. DDR3 will be the same again: higher latency than DDR2, but much higher bus speeds and lower...