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    Can old motherboards bottleneck GPU folding performance?

    I just bought this card to put in a folding rig, and currently have an old Q6600 + socket 775 motherboard laying around that I was planning to use. I believe the motherboard FSB speed is 1066mhz, and the max ram speed is 800mhz. I'm just wondering if this will negatively impact folding...
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    *dead* Radeon HD 7950 + 3 Games, $180AR with Visa checkout @ Newegg

    I just got one of these bad boys for a new Folding@home rig. Apparently they can do close to 100,000ppd. :) Link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...4127737&cm_sp= Total will be $210 - $30 rebate = $180 Some of the games available for the download voucher are shown here...
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    Radeon HD 7970 3GB 384-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 Video Card - $307 shipped AR

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...4202008&cm_sp= Amazing card for gaming or Folding@home :)
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    Folding "evangelism"

    Has anyone here tried spreading the "good news" of Folding@Home? I've posted a few basic messages summarizing the effort on some music forums I browse and have gained around 3-4 new full time folders (that I know of). I think if just a fraction of regular folders started making a few mentions of...
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    Any word on Folding@Home for PS4?

    The people working on the folding project considered the PS3 a "game changer" when the Folding@home application was released for the system, and for several years the computational power of PS3 users accounted for the large majority of folding done. So with the significant power boost offered...
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    Free 15GB (+7GB) Copy.com Cloud Storage (No Filesize Limit, can stream MP4s)

    A few days ago, Copy.com upped their free storage offer to 15GB (from 7GB). They don't have a particularly large presence in the mediascape, but they are backed by Barrucuda Networks, which is a large and fairly reputable cloud host. Apps are available across all major mobile and desktop OS...
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    Can any program speed up video files without changing the pitch?

    VLC player has a nifty feature to speed up movies without changing the pitch, so the voices don't sound like chipmunks despite playing at 120-130% normal speed. I'm looking for any software that will allow me to do this to downloaded videos and save them with the higher playback speed...
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    Speeding up an AVI in Virtualdub. How to keep the audio in sync?

    I'm trying to reencode an AVI file I downloaded from Youtube to play 20% faster. I've upped the frame rate, but can't figure out how to make the audio speed up to match the video speed. It seems to play at the default speed no matter what, making it impossible to sync with the video. Is there...
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    46% of Americans believe human beings were created in the past 10,000 years.

    Given that a new poll was released last week showing that 46% of Americans believe humans were created in their present form within the past 10,000 years, I figured it would be a good idea to compile a quality list of educational resources on evolution for those interested in learning the...
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    Feel-good video of the day. Blind dog rescue

    awww http://youtu.be/YJkZXh9v_i4
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    Cable company/FCC warning letter for "signal leak" Could it be related to torrents?

    I got a letter today from the cable company saying they detected a signal leak in my house and that if I don't schedule an appointment within 3 days to investigate they will cut off my service. Has anyone received one of these before? From what I gather, the cable company can detect when a...
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    Portal (PC/Mac) - $0.00 on Steam

    deal lasts until 9/20. Go get it, and don't forget to mention this on other forums to spread the joy ;) http://store.steampowered.com/app/400/
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    *dead dead dead*

    Now through 9/20, the price is $0.00 and it's yours forever. Go get it: http://store.steampowered.com/app/400/
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    Overclocking a 2500k on a H61 board. Is it possible?

    I'm thinking of getting this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813157241 None of the reviews mention overclocking much. Just curious if anyone has any experience pushing a 2500k on a board like this? I'm hoping to hit 4.5ghz or maybe even the glorious 5ghz mark, but am hoping to...
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    8GB (2x4GB) G.Skill Ripjaws X DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory $39.99 with free shipping

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231426 Apply code EMCKBJB24 for discount. :)
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    PNY GeForce GT 240 DDR5 Video Card (New) - $40 shipped

    Link: - http://www.cowboom.com/product/708219 These are great budget cards for gaming or Folding@home :) If you want two, you can use code techbargains6 for $6 off.
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    8 (Eight) Link Depot 80mm "Z-Quiet" PC Case Fans, $11.64 shipped ($1.45 each)

    These come in 4-packs. Add two to cart to see discount. Link :) These are great little fans. I've used them in many builds and they are very reliable.
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    Multiverse' theory suggested by microwave background

    Looks like the multiverse idea is getting a boost by new data. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-14372387 http://uk.ibtimes.com/articles/192147/20110804/bubble-universes-and-multiverse-theory-tested-by-scientists.htm
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    *Dead* Evga B-stock Geforce FX 5500 PCI video card (for older systems), $10 shipped

    If you want to breathe some life into an old system, this is one way to go. Scroll halfway down the page to see the 5500. http://www.evga.com/products/prodlist.asp?switch=20 I used one of these to play Wolfenstein Enemy Territory back in the day and it worked like a champ..very decent 3D...
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    The Christian Delusion: Why Faith Fails [Kindle Edition or Kindle for PC] - $2.99

    The paperback version is still near full price, so this is a super hot price drop for Kindle users. Link If you don't have a Kindle, you can download Kindle for PC for free and read it on your PC. :) http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.htm...l_92i9zans8g_e
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    Galaxy GTX 460 Super OC video card, $127AR @ Newegg

    I just grabbed one of these babies for a folding machine. It's the fastest GTX460 available on Newegg, factory overclocked far beyond stock speeds. :) Includes 2 year warranty. Link rebate For Comparison: Standard GTX460: Core Clock: 700MHz Shader Clock: 1400MHz Effective...
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    looking for info and advice on first folding project

    From what I understand GPU's get more "points" folding, but the type of calculations they do are limited compared to what CPU's can do. Being mainly concerned with helping out the medical science, I'm wondering if it would be more beneficial to focus on building a CPU intensive system rather...
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    Folding @ Home on PS3 vs PC?

    This has probably been asked for, but has anyone calculated the stats to find out what type of PC the PS3 is comparable to when it comes to Folding@Home? I just discovered this program a few months ago and it feels great to be a part of potentially curing deadly diseases. I'm currently folding...
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    Curing diseases (Folding@Home) on your PC vs PS3?

    Just curious, has anyone calculated the stats to find out what type of PC the PS3 is comparable to when it comes to Folding@Home? I just discovered this program a few months ago and it feels great to be a part of potentially curing deadly diseases. I'm currently folding on my PS3 and my old...
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    Team Fortress 2 - **FREE FOREVER** on Steam!

    *update* This was to be just a free week, but Valve just announced the game will be free forever on Steam. ZOMGWTFBBQ!! CLICK Enjoy! :) article: http://www.develop-online.net/features/1325/Free-at-last
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    Are there any free websites where I can upload/share a 4GB file?

    I have a 4GB folder I'd like to be able to post so a few dozen people can download it. All of the freebie sites like Rapidshare and Megaupload seem to be limited to 200MB files. Is there any similar hosting service for a large file?
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    After the Rapture

    I kinda wish the rapture did happen after seeing this. Well worth a watch. :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9KlMWzKj4s
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    Trine, Shadgowrounds, Shadowgrounds Survivor, Jack Claw & Splot - Name your own price

    These are some great games, worth $45 on Steam. Name your own price. You can divide your purchase to support the developers or a charity of your choice. http://www.humblebundle.com/
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    Anyone seen this version of Cosmos?

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hE_OehRLH3s&feature=player_embedded
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    Tsunami video - wtf?

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZ_fYdzEAs&feature=related Look at the power lines in the background (top of screen) @ 3:35 wtf is bouncing??
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    Milky Way Stuffed with 50 Billion Alien Worlds

    http://news.discovery.com/space/milky-way-stuffed-with-50-billion-alien-worlds.html :eek: :eek: :eek: Remember, it was all made for us folks. We are are the center of all things.
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    Downloading an entire website for offline viewing - any free programs?

    I basically need to archive an entire site that does not belong to me..every page..every link, for viewing offline. Is there an easy (and free) way to save a whole website into a form that can be opened with Firefox and browsed offline?
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    Christianity is false and immoral. (Hitchens)

    A concise indictment of Christian doctrines from Christopher Hitchens..probably the best 12 minute polemic I've ever heard. Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxOpgzkg1Uo
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    Kiva anyone? (microfinance charity)

    I just discovered Kiva.org and it seems like an awesome concept. Basically, it allows individuals to pool their resources to help entrepreneurs in poor countries get off the ground. You can make loans as small as $25 to someone who needs it. The cool thing is that once the loan is paid back...
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    Valve Complete Pack - $49.99

    :eek: :eek: :eek: http://store.steampowered.com/sub/2546/
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    *dead* Donation to Kiva Microlending Charity: $15 for $25 Worth of Kiva Credit

    This is a great charity group. You are basically facilitating microlending to support low income entrepreneurs..people who need loans ranging from $100 to a few thousand in order to finance their projects. The best part is that you can loan out the same funds again and again over time, helping...