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    Security that's simple enough for non-geeks?

    Looking for something I can setup for family/friends. The only thing that comes close is MSE, but it doesn't offer full protection (e.g. against rootkits). Other software I've tried (such as sandbox programs, HIPS, firewall) etc are too complicated and intrusive, normal people cannot hope to...
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    Choices for server build?

    I'm building a media server using components I already have in my current pc's. I have 2 choices - 1. AMD Athlon 64 X2 5050e with a 780G mobo 2. Q6600 with a P35 mobo The OS will be Server 2008 R2 or WHS 2011. It will run various services such as downloading, XBMC server, Sickbeard etc. I...
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    Asus P8Z68-V LX

    Any thoughts on this motherboard. It's hard to find reviews because every site reviews the Pro instead. I bought this for my new build as part of the Microcenter combo. Chose Asus since I want UEFI bios. Is it worth upgrading to the Pro? The major differences I see are extra ports, support for...
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    I can't mix 2 2x4GB kits?

    I got 2 sets of the G.Skill Ripjaws X Series PC1600 2x4GB memory in the Newegg BF sale, for a total of 16GB. Now I'm reading that I might have problems running them together, and I should have gotten the 16GB set which would come with matched sticks. Is this right? Then how do people upgrade...
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    New build is almost ready - opinions needed

    I've ordered the following parts :- Fractal Design Define R3 (pearl black) Core i5-2500K Asus P8Z68-V LX Corsair H80 G.Skill Ripjaws X Series PC1600 4x4GB (a steal at $60) Seasonic X760 Gold PSU (again a great deal at $119) Upgraded to X760 from X750, and to H80 from H60, since both were only...
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    Glad I skipped Sandy Bridge

    I was tempted to do an upgrade since my current pc is 3+ year sold and prices of RAM are low. But I couldn't make it to MicroCenter so by happy accident it will have to wait. Z68 is going to be better anyway and it should be available Q2/Q3. The thing I most want is to use the IGP, overlclock...
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    Is an Athlon 64 X2 5050e Brisbane enough to run Windows Server 2008 R2?

    Old cpu I have in my WHS box, planning upgrade to Server 2008.
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    Case + cooler for silent pc?

    I'm going to go with AMD/ATI, probably Phenom II X6 1055T, and maybe use onboard video for now as my gaming time is gone. I'd like to do a mild OC. Can you suggest a cooler + case that is cheap, toolless and silent?
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    Fitting SATA backplane into case

    I have an Antec NSK6580 and the Norco SS-500 5x3 SATA backplane. http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811129045 http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16816133030 The Norco will not go into the external bays because of all the drive tabs etc. Whats the best way to make it...
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    Upcoming G45 motherboards?

    I know about the Intel. Gigabyte and Asus, out of which only Gigabyte seems to be available. Can someone who knows post details of what the others like Abit, Biostar, DFI etc are planning and when they are expected? I'm surprised these are so delayed as the chipset was announced a long time...
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    HTPC build critique

    Hello, I'm new here and need some advice. I currently use a modded Xbox + XBMC but want to build a HTPC for HD content. newegg wishlist - http://secure.newegg.com/WishL...06226&WishListTitle=My Don't have a Bluray drive because I don't own any discs yet and can upgrade easily. It'll be...