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    Smart Time to Buy New Computer

    With the disaster in Japan affecting the supply of high end computer chips, etc. do you guys think it would be a smart move to purchase computer parts to build a custom PC? Guess, the real question would be, do you think prices of computers, laptops, PC parts, etc will go up as a result of...
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    Company Sustainability Group

    Does your company have a sustainability/green committee? There used to be one at the place I am at but has not done much because of the overwhelming amount of work the past year. There has been talk to get it going again and wondered what other places did to get some new ideas. I know a place...
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    Daley won't run for re-election: 'I have done my best'

    http://www.chicagobreakingnews.com/2010/09/daley-says-he-will-not-run-for-re-election.html Daley won't run for re-election: 'I have done my best' September 7, 2010 3:20 PM | No Comments | BREAKING STORY Mayor Richard Daley, with his wife and members of his family, speaks at a City Hall...
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    First Time Home Buyer Seminars

    Are these seminars worth it? I've already gotten the house searching process started and already pre-approved for a loan. Just seeing if any of you have attended and what you've gotten out of it.
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    Engineers at their finest

    my roommate and some of his buddies are submitting for the redbull competition: http://digg.com/comedy/Team_Engi_Nerds_Flugtag_Entry_California_2010 pretty intense
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    Sick Food

    What do you guys eat when you are sick that is oh so good? I'm a congee guy but I don't have time to make that right now :( Any suggestions?
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    Fresh Windows Install Applications

    So I just installed Windows 7 after my hd became corrupt. Pretty stable and nice! What applications do you immediately install on a fresh Windows loadup?
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    Fresh Windows Install Applications

    So I just installed Windows 7 after my hd became corrupt. Pretty stable and nice! What applications do you immediately install on a fresh Windows loadup? --- The one that let's me know the proper forum to make posts like this in! ;) Zim Hosein Off Topic Moderator.
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    Watch the Superbowl Online

    Does anyone know if NBC will be streaming the Superbowl online? I want to hook up my laptop to my lcd tv because I don't have a tv tuner and want to watch it on a bigger screen. Or if NBC isn't, does anyone know any other website/service that will? Thanks
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    MSM vs. MBA

    I've heard that there are too many people with MBAs now. Is that true? Has it become the next "bachelor's"? I'm contemplating between doing a Master of Engineering Management rather than a MBA with Real Estate speciality, because i will be working on the construction industry. Thought?
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    Is it better to be a specialist in one/two topics or have a general idea on a variety of topics?

    I've always pondered whether people are more successful if they knew alot about one or two topics or know general knowledge about a huge array of topics. Thoughts?
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    GMAT failure

    So I took the GMAT this morning after a couple months of relatively light studying. I focused primarily on verbal since I am in college for engineering. When I began the the exam, I literally freaked out the whole writing portion of the exam. Great start to the $250 exam. I did better in teh...
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    Community leaders ask Chicago students to skip school, try to enroll in wealthier suburb

    http://www.chicagotribune.com/...rotest,0,1304386.story CHICAGO (AP) _ Community leaders on Monday called on students from poorer parts of Chicago to protest inequalities in school funding by skipping the first day of classes. State Sen. James Meeks wants students to spend Sept. 2 trying...
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    Best "Stupid" Rap from the 90s

    I had a discussion with my buddy the other day about how even "Stupid" rap has become even worse than before. At least the "Stupid" rap from the 90s had words that were understandable. Nowadays, I had songs with random yelling "yahhh" and that's a song. the songs that come into mind are...
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    Milwaukee Innovation Chase - Team MSOE

    My school's team is competing in the Milwaukee Innovation Chase and really could use your vote! The winner of the poll receives bonus points in the final score. I'd really appreciation it: http://www.innovationchase.com/ Use the poll "Who will win?" and vote for MSOE. Thanks again!
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    laptop screen protector

    I just got my new laptop today and want the screen to stay in top shape. any suggestions for laptop screen protectors?
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    Chicagoans: How Bad Did the Storm Hit Ya

    It's just unbelievable. I have never seen this kind of damage in my area ever. 100 year old trees just uprooted like nothing. Telephone poles snapped in half. Power lines down all over. The worse was my basement. Our sump pump battery backup failed and the water reached to my waist level over...
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    Is a Business Minor worth the time?

    General Business management can be pretty much applied in any industry. My university offers a business minor and I think I can complete it along with my BSAE and still graduate on time (4 years). The question is, will it be worth it? I want to diversify my knowledge and not just end up another...
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    Best Sunglass for $50

    i'm looking to invest in a pair of good sunglasses. The $10 sunglasses from Dick's Sports just aren't working anymore. They just make my view darker and doesn't really block any sunlight. hell, if i still need to block out the sun or squint with sunglasses, we have a problem. any suggestions? Thanks
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    YACT: Subaru Legacy vs. Honda Civic Si

    I've pretty much narrowed my car choices down to: Subaru Legacy 2.5i OR Honda Civic Si Both cars are really appealing to me because both come in manual and have heard both are very fun to drive. One thing that is really taunting me to buy the Civic Si is how nice it looks on paper and in...
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    Has the shortage of Wiis made the ps3 or xbox360 an option now?

    I've been trying to get a wii but have been unsuccessful and everyday the 360 looks nicer and nicer ;)
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    Zelda: Hero of Time Trailer

    I saw this on gamevideos and thought it was kind of neat, alot better than other user submitted videos i've seen done on zelda -_- Text
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    Howard Dean meets the Wii

    my buddy was using his Howard Dean powers and did excellent in Wii sports bowling: Text
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    Wisconsin vs. Marquette Game

    anyone watching this game? This is a great game, i'm surprised how close marquette is, you'd think wisconsin would blow them out but marquette is quite good this year.
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    The Pursuit of Happyness

    i saw the trailer for this movie when i saw Casino Royale last night. Completely predictable but it seems like a fantastic family movie. Text
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    What stores are open today?

    I heard Best Buy and Circuit City might be open today? What about clothing stores i.e. Banan Republic, etc??
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    Major vs. Minor

    i'm majoring in Mechanical Engineering right now but have always been interested in Marketing. What exactly are the pros and cons to minoring? i know for another major, i would get another bachelor but would probably take a year or two.
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    HVAC Summer Technical School

    i'm looking at my options for this coming up summer (i know it's a little early, but it's too early to start planning), and I want to learn how to repair and install HVAC systems and wonder if anyone knew of technical schools that teach and train summer sessions (3 months). I'm currently going...
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    industrial design vs. industrial engineering

    what exactly are the differences? i thought they were the same, but my friend is saying they aren't.
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    Looking for an office chair cushion

    i have one of those $20 leather chairs from the good old days black friday still had deals a couple years back. unforunately, do to all the use of the chair, the padding is virtually gone. anyone have any experience purchasing office chair cushions?
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    Piano keyboard for computer

    do they make these anymore? i don't see them ever. If so, where can i buy one? and some software to go along with it? i've seen plenty of guitar stuff for the computer though
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    Good Winter Pants?

    I'm in chicago and winters here get pretty chilly. I usually wear jeans but is there something else that provides warmth yet looks good? are Corduroys a good substitute for jeans? in the winter? i just want something different.
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    Gamecube Outsells 360 in Japan

    Text GCN Outsells 360 in Japan Whoops. Microsoft's new console outperformed by Nintendo's five-year-old game machine this year. by Matt Casamassina September 8, 2006 - Microsoft may have a hit on its hands with Xbox 360 in America, but the same cannot be said of the console's presence in...
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    Bears' shutout costs store $300K in free furniture

    Freaking hilarious! haha Link Bears' shutout costs store $300K in free furniture CHICAGO -- It all started with a little trash-talking. Randy Gonigam, a Kendall County furniture store owner and "huge Bears fan," got tired of players bragging about their defense, so he decided to put...
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    Did I choose the wrong major?

    I am going to start my sophomore year in Mechanical Engineering this year. Over these past two years, I've discovered i want to go into the HVAC field when i graduate (or more in general building environmental systems and technology, i.e. keeping rooms cool/warm). I thought ME would provide me a...
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    can you whiten jeans?

    i have this pair of jeans which are ridiculously too blue for me. can i throw them into the washing machine with a little bleach and lighten the jeans?
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    Best Cotton T-shirts and Boxers

    i'm looking for the softest and best quality cotton t-shirts and boxers available out there. I have some Banana Republic tag less T's which are soft but the quality isn't that great, some already holes :( Some of my buddies tell me Calvin Klein Pima Cotton Boxers are the greatest boxers ever but...
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    Good place to get cell phone accessories?

    i want to get some accessories for my sony ericsson w810i but don't feel like going to the stores, any suggestions? i'm looking for a phone case especially.
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    Laptop Case Selection in Chicago?

    I'm looking to purchase a laptop messenger bag for this coming school year because i'm sick using the one I have currently. The compartment that protects the laptop takes up 70% of the bag so i can carry very little. I've been to OD, OM, etc but their selection is just crap. I want a bag that...
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    Jetlag: It Sucks.

    Ugh i went to sleep at 11 pm and woke up at 1 AM. now i am watching an entire season of 24 :(