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    Minimum CPU for Youtube 4K?

    I have an i3-2100, 8GB. Win7 Assume I have a 4k monitor, display port, and a graphics card that supports 4k. What is the minimum CPU I need to download, then watch Youtube 4k videos using VLC or some other software program? If I have a graphics card that supports 4k, does the cpu matter? If so...
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    Encrypt/Decrypt Do I need the same software?

    If I encrypt a portable HD using Truecrypt on a windows machine, can I decrypt the HD on a Linux or OSX machine using some other encryption/decryption software? (Yes I know the password.) Thanks
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    MSI or Biostar?

    Which $40 MB, for an i3-2100, is a better deal? Better quality control? Biostar,http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...OSTAR%20H61MGC or MSI, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813130639 Thanks
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    i3 2100 & video card or an i5 2500

    If I spend $200, what would be better: an i3 2100 plus a $100 video card(maybe a 6770 or better. Missed the newegg sale.) or an i5 2500k using the Intel HD Graphics 3000? Probably will get 8GB ram($35), and a MB for $75 - $100. I've read that the i5 is all the rage, but is it overkill...
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    PNY GT 240 1024MB DDR3 PCIe Graphics Card, $60 +shipping

    PNY has the GT 240 1024MB DDR3 PCIe for $60, plus shipping. Newegg is selling it for $95.00, $80 AMIR. http://www3.pny.com/GT-240-1024MB-DD...6pMcY1TTbO6Zcc
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    100 pack DVD-R or +R, $10, Staples, Sat. only

    On Saturday, Oct. 22, only, Staples' deal of the day is 100 pack of Memorex DVD+R, or -R, for $10. Website says, in store and online. http://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/produ...888/index.html
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    22" HDTV @ Menards, $130 AMIR

    If you don't know what Menards is, don't read on. Oct 15-17, Menards will have a Viore 22" HDTV for $229 with a $100 Menards merchandise credit. 720p, 2 HDMI + PC connection. Cost of TV, $129. Limit 2. Sony Bravia 52" HDTV, model KDL52NX800, with built in Wi-Fi, 1080, 4HDMI, for $1800 with a...
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    (Dead) Free Bejeweled 2 game

    It's over with folks. :( Free Bejeweled 2 game http://www.popcap.com/games/bejeweled2/?icid=bej2free_HP_PLARGE_pc_10_10_10_EN
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    Windows 7: Highlighted files become unhighlighted

    I went from XP to Windows 7 64-bit. I sort my videos by size, pick about 4GBs to burn to a DVD. I then sort by Name so I may add some text files about the larger files. But as soon as I click on Name, the highlighted files become unhighlighted. Am I missing something? Am I doing something...
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    External hard drive limitations

    I have an External Hard Drive enclosure that supports HDD up to 300GB. If I partition a 500GB HD into two partitions of 250GB each, will the external enclosure be able to see both of these partitions as 250GB each? Thanks
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    Target: Pepsi, 12 pk, $2 OTD

    Target (minn), has Pepsi products for $2 OTD. 6-pk 24oz bottles or 12-pk cans. Sun, Dec 20 - Thurs, Dec 24. Haven't seen it this cheap in a long time. Also at my Target they had Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Cocoa, 10-count, for $1, go to their website and print out the coupon to make it free...
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    How do I get rid of the Locks on a Folders?

    I'm really starting to hate Win7. Why is there a lock on some of the folders? When I go to C/programs/xnews, I don't even see a folder named Downloads, just internet. But when using Xnews, I see a whole bunch of folders and files, some with locks on them. I've tried to take ownership of...
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    cheap mp3 player with FM radio?

    Anyone know of a cheap, $30 - $50, mp3 player, besides the nano, that gets excellent FM radio reception? I want the radio to play through the earbuds, not to a receiver. If I buy an ipod Touch, could a software/firmware update give me FM radio? Thanks
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    Windows 7 Location Bar is empty

    Did I mess up my install of 7? Or is this normal?
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    Does avast antivirus update under Win7 UAC?

    I just started using Win7 today. Skipped Vista. When I update Avast antivirus, I get the UAC prompt, but is there something I can do so avast can update automatically without me having to do it manually? Or does this prompt only show up when I force avast to upgrade? Thanks
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    Three software freebies worth $1,089

    I have no idea if any of this software is any good. Ripped from Cnet. Moved from Hot Deals. Sr Moderator allisolm
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    Vista License question

    About two years ago I did a survey for MS. I got 2 Vista Ultimate DVDs. One 32-bit, the other 64-bit. Not for resale. They each have a different product key. Is that also true on MS' end? I want to use the 32-bit to upgrade to 7, and keep the 64-bit Vista. Is that legal and possible? Thanks
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    Windows 7 bookmarks and email from XP

    I have XP 32-bit, upgrading to Windows 7 64-bit. Will my Firefox bookmarks import to Windows 7? If I use Mozbackup will that import my passwords? Can I import my TBird emails? Thanks
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    How do I upgrade to Windows 7?

    I'll have a new hard drive. An upgrade disc for 64-bit Windows 7 Premium. Full retail 32-bit Vista Ultimate. I'm still using my full retail copy of XP, so I have never upgraded. Keeping XP on this hard drive. Got Vista free, but never felt the need to use it. Till now. Been reading alot...
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    (expired) free night at a Sheraton Hotel

    Contest over.
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    HP Officejet Pro 8000 Printer

    I'm thinking about getting the HP Officejet Pre 800, but read on newegg in the reviews this line, "Also remember that HP products use a date chip on the ink cartridges that prevents printing after expiration." WTF?! Does anyone know what the expiration date would be? This printer comes...
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    Monster Trucks Nitro and Trials 2 Second Edition $4.50

    Monster Trucks Nitro and Trials 2 Second Edition $4.50 at Steam look for The Bone-Breaking Racing Package.
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    Vista, 30GB!?

    I'm may leave XP Pro for Vista 64-bit(yea, for reals) since I probably can't afford Win7, and don't need to worry about my PC shutting down come March. I installed Vista on a WD 80GB HD that had Win7. I deleted the partitions and formatted. Picked the 75GB partition and told Vista to use it...
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    Can't connect using router

    I have a Buffalo router with tomato firmware on it. I reinstalled my OS, XP SP3, a few weeks ago. In the morning I start up my battery backup so the cable modem and my router can power up. After I minute I turn my my PC. I can not connect to the internet at this point. It was working last night...
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    New graphics card. Do I need the auxilliary power supply?

    I'm upgrading my GC from an 6200LE to an 8600GTS. Both nvidia, so I don't think I need to change the drivers. Abit IP35-E mobo. The 6200LE didn't need the 6-pin supplementary power connector. I did use the Auxilliary 12v power connector (ATX4P1) for PCI Express slots. Will I still need to use...
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    Creative Zen Stone Plus 2GB mp3 player $27.50

    Creative Zen Stone Plus 2GB mp3 player $27.50 at Toys R Us this Friday, March, 21 from 3:00 PM - closing, and Saturday, March 22, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Pink, blue, red, black, and lime.
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    XP doesn't see all of my hard drive. When do I install drivers?

    My hard drive box, and the Bios, report the HD being 300GB. When I went to install XP, it only saw 150GB of this one and only HD in my PC. What happened to the other half? I partition it, but C and D still equal 150GB. When do I install the driver-and-utility CD? Before or after Windows XP...
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    Flashing Abit IP35-E Bios

    I think I just finished building my first PC, and I'm about to go ballistic. It wasn't fun. I have 4GB memory, e2180, and a 6200LE PCI-E graphics card, and a floppy drive. Got into the Bios and have the boot sequence as follow: floppy, cdrom, HD. I do not have an OS installed. Bios did...
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    Heatsink/fan for my abit ip35-e

    Help, I'm finally down to my last item to purchase, a heatsink/fan. Willing to spend $30 or so. That's with tax and shipping and after any rebates. I have an e2180, 4 memory sticks, and a cheap 6200LE graphics card. My case is an Antec SLK1600 with the new power supply (480 watts) at the top...
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    e2160

    I'm going cheap. Abit IP35-E MOBO, 4 GB HP ram, 6200LE graphics card($7 AR. Will upgrade to an 8600 some day. Not a gamer.) But what is the difference between these two e2160 processors at clubit? One says core stepping L2, the other M0. Or is there a better cpu for ~$75? I've given up on...
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    Best Buy save 10-12% coupon

    Text Please read the fine print.
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    What's so great about the e8400?

    I'm building a new PC. I have 4GB of PC2-5300 DDR@-667 from hot deals. Couldn't careless about AMD vs. Intel. I looking for the best bang for the buck. I've looked at the Intel e21XX, AMD 64 X2 5000+ BE, and now with all the talk of this new Intel CPU, the e8400, I'm wondering why all the...
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    Xnews: Where is the progress bar?

    Anyone using Xnews version 2006.08.24? If so, where is the progress bar? At the bottom right it used to be black with a red progress bar showing you how much of each article it is downloading. I just get a message saying scanning # of number. I miss the red progress bar :( how do I get it back...
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    Amazon Customers Vote is up and running

    Amazon Customers Vote. Don't forget to sign in first.
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    Best Buy Nov 11-17

    Best Buy, Nov 11-17. Free $15 iTunes card instantly, when you buy $75 in iTunes cards (must be purchased on same receipt) Westinghouse 19" Widescreen LCD, L1975NW, $190 Westinghouse 22" Widescreen LCD, LCM-22W3, $260 (BF Target $167. Thanks slyer202) Westinghouse 24" Widescreen LCD...
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    (Dead) Tivo almost FAR at Radio Shack B&M only

    From FW. Radio Shack has the tivo series 2 for $50. Get a year of service for $130. There is a $170MIR here at Tivo.. Not online. My RS had only 1 Tivo, and I got it!!! My first Tivo. UPDATE/edit: For those who bought this at RS, click me, click me for more money.. Thanks to ca0100000 at FW.
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    Brother HL-2040 Laser Printer $40 AMIR

    Oct 7-13, at Shopko (if you don't know what Shopko is, you don't have one in town) B&M, Brother HL-2040 Laser Printer for $60-$20MIR=$40. Shopko store locator
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    Best Buy Labor Day Weekend Sale

    Bonjour, Here are some offers(deals?) from Best Buy Sunday and Monday (Sept 2 and 3) ONLY. Sony Laptop: VGN-N365E/B Core Duo Processor Vista Premium, 1GB memory, 120 HD, reads/writes DL DVDs and CDs. $850-$250 off= $600 Here I am at Best Buy Kodak EasyShare 7.1 Cooper colored camera...
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    Aquazone 2 FAR, with free shipping

    Buy.com has Aquazone 2 for $28-$28 MIR. Free shipping. more info on Aquazone 2