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    Why would terrorists attempt to board a plane in 2011 when there are other ways?

    Lol, don't want to sound "pro-terrorist" or anything. It's just that this idea of turban wearing terrorists getting on a plane and trying to blow it up is...well, a decade old. It seems unlikely that a plan that worked on one day 10 years ago would be the focus of today. I know there was the...
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    Laptop for Battlefield 3; High settings, 1080P - Is it reasonable?

    I'll finally be upgrading soon, and was wondering if something exists that would be a relatively safe bet for BF3 at high settings and preferably 1080P. I know the game is not out, but assuming BF3 is 25% more demanding that BFBC2 (just a guess) gives me a starting point. Will I have to...
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    Hypothetical: Can I physically remove the GPS from my Iphone 4?

    Here is a link, scroll down to see a detailed pic of the Iphone 4's GPS chip: http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPhone-4-Teardown/3130/3 --- Now, what got me thinking about this in the first place was a recent update to Apple's EULA for all their products. It states that Apple reserves the...
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    Why are some bills passed late at night with few there to vote on it? (seriously)

    In an unrelated post about Amazon Prime, I inquired as to why I now had to pay taxes on purchases made from Amazon.com. I was informed that it was my state (Oklahoma), not Amazon requiring the sales tax. After looking it up, sure enough HB2359 was passed in June that requires me to do just...
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    Can someone please tell me what programs were used to create this?

    THIS IS WHAT I WANT TO MAKE I've seen this style before but can never figure out what was used in its creation, please help! Thanks
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    Thinking about joining the military, need serious advice please

    Okay, I've always regretted not joining the military fresh out of high school. I'm 24 now, and after taking a few years off I'm about to enter my junior year of college. I'm not set on branch, probably Army but I have some questions and the local recruiter is more concerned about another...
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    Can someone give me step by step instructions to backing up and replaying my Blu-Rays?

    Thanks guys, I'm having a heck of a time figuring out how to do this. Here is my equipment: Main Computer : Gateway P7805u-FX with external 5.25" Sony Blu-Ray drive (Vista x64) Server: Shuttle KPC K45 with Windows Home Server and a Celeron 440 <-- is this powerful enough to serve...
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    Woman fined 1.92 Million for downloading and sharing 24 songs

    Here Sorry if this is a repost, but it's just plain ridiculous. That breaks down to $80,000 per song. I know the RIAA or whoever wants to make a point, especially because they convict so few people, but I believe this will have a "back-firing" effect once people hear about it. Take me for...
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    Star Trek DAC and FUEL - should I go PS3 or PC for these?

    I'm committed to purchasing both of these. It's my understanding that the new Trek game will be download only? Anyhow I asked this in the console forum because it seems a little more active. I want the best experience for my money, it almost seems like Star Trek DAC is almost a casual game...
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    Which is better for notebook: 2x320Gb 7200rpm RAID 0 for "Free", or fork the cash for an (Intel) SSD?

    Title states it. I have a Gateway P7805-FX on the way, and have another WD 7200rpm that I can RAID. However, would I see more speed ($300 more speed that is) upgrading to an Intel SSD? ---
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    Best lightweight Distro to boot as a rescue disk?

    I'm currently researching the best distro to use as a rescue disk. I would need all the basic apps and diagnostics, and boot off of USB. Would Puppy Linux or SLAX be a good choice? This would be for ALL THOSE FAMILY members who continually mess up their Windows installs. So interaction...
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    What software do you use to make killer presentations?

    I'm in a position that really benefits if I can use a presentation as a learning tool. Almost every week if possible I need one. I've been using PowerPoint and have became pretty good with it. I've taken time off and want to restart, but does anyone know how to make something like THIS...
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    Question about the PicoPSU-90

    Here is what I'm looking at. My question, it says it supplies 90w of power, but I've always thought it HAD to have an AC adapter. Is this this true? Or if I want to limit it to 90w (which is enough), do I have to add one of those as well? Thanks
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    Gateway P7811-FX consistently hangs and locks up

    Does anyone know of this issue and the solution? It really seems to only happen when the AC adapter is plugged in. I really thought that perhaps the GPU is receiving too much voltage when plugged in, but it doesn't just happen while light gaming, but also occasionally during browsing the...
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    Do gas masks protect from air-borne virii and contamination like medical masks?

    Is it silly to ask? I seriously would like to know if gas mask respiration functions similarly or better than those little medical face shields. I'm not asking this in preparation for the impending worldwide pandemic of course. But if the unthinkable should happen, it might give people...
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    Any players of Motorstorm: Pacific Rift here?

    I don't usually make posts just to spout an opinion, but I must say I'm rather addicted to this game lately. Gameplay dynamics are very interesting, and the vehicle balance is impressive (except for the invincible monster truck). Even though there are many things that infuriate me about the...
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    3 Intel CPU's for two builds - which two should I choose?

    Hi, I'm building two inexpensive low-power machines. They include: Windows Home Server Box Shuttle KPC K45 This will be a 24/7 box, and other than menial backup duty it will be serving full 1080P material. --- HTPC using Zotac 9300 Mini-ITX and 120w Pico PSU - Kind of an oddball...
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    Simple question about Windows Home Server

    I'm sure its a super simple question, but before I set up I need to know how big my laptop HDD's need to be. It would really help me out if I could just save the files directly to WHS and bypass local storage all together. Thanks
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    Nlite'd XP Install is still taking up 14Gbs - what went wrong?

    I'm on an HP Mini with XP SP3. I've used Nlite to remove almost everything I can think of, but of my 16Gb available, 14Gb is already taken up. I've only installed: XP SP3 with embedded HP drivers Office 2007 Ultimate Eset NOD32 Required updates, flash player, etc... ---- Anyone...
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    Refurbished Dell Latitude D410 at Geeks.com - $259.99 + Shipping

    Don't know how hot it is but I'm thinking about picking this up, it seems a little beefier than a comparably priced netbook: http://www.geeks.com/details.a...id=D410-LNX-7B&cpc=GFT ----- Reviews on the web indicate this as weighing in at 3.8lbs, so it's a little chunky but still...
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    Who here actively attempts to abstain from the deadly vice of pornagraphy?

    Sometimes I feel like I'm the only one NOT doing it. I mean, it's just about the easiest "guilty pleasure" one could engage in. I'm curious, how widespread is it? How easy could it be for someone to become addicted to such a thing?
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    Can aftermarket Ram Coolers work on FB-DIMMS?

    A google search just revealed a bunch of Mac owners whining, so I'd like to know. Specifically, These nice looking ones from performance-pcs.com. I have (4) two GB sticks of Kingston PC2-6400 FB-DIMMs.
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    Do you think the QX9775's price will drop significantly with the 8-core Xeon comming out?

    I have an Intel D5400XS motherboard and 8Gb Kingston DDR2-6400 that was sort of acquired through trading and what-not, but the QX9775 prices are still a huge barrier for entry for me. I have a case, adequate PSU, and everything else but I can't justify that kind of cost ($1500 at the egg) for so...
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    Help me pick a 771 Xeon that has a chance to go to 4 Ghz

    I have an Intel D5400XS Motherboard, and after looking at many processors, I'm still at a loss as to which ones to get. Look Here to find info on all the Multipliers. I'd ideally like to find the cheapest CPU with the highest multiplier. Also, does the "X" designation mean it has...
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    Is there a place where you can buy reference or sample Nvidia cards?

    Every time I see one come out (in this case the GTX295) I always wonder if I'll be able to find one. I know they don't come with warranties or anything, but unless someone with a Dell strips one and sells on eBay, I've never been able to source one. Anyone know?
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    Can the Ultra X3 1000W handle an overclocked Skulltrail, 4 8800Gt's, 8Gb FB-DIMM & 3 HDD's?

    Hello all, I'm in need of a good modular power supply. I've been considering the Ultra X3, but the single 12v has me worried. This rig will be used for folding as well, so both CPU's and 4 GPU's will be pegged at full load much of the time. I'm not knowledgeable enough about amperage...
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    Skulltrail Build - Need advice about Corsair HX1000W - Having trouble finding one with (2) 8-pin motherboard connectors

    I know most systems' requirements are overstated, but I'm going to go safe with a kilowatt unit this time around - unless I can find a quality 850+ with the available connections I need. Here are the specs so far: Intel D5400XS E-ATX motherboard 8Gb 800Mhz Kingston FB-DIMM (2) Xeon 5420...
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    PC Gaming is Dead to me. Let me tell you why.

    Now don't get me wrong, I'm not hardcore but I do love me some PC gaming. I'm a hardware enthusiast who loves tech, but lately its becoming ridiculous at the advancement and life spans of the tech. Mainly I'm speaking of GPU's. I've held out with my SLI'd 8800GT's and was looking forward...
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    Help find me an Extended-ATX case

    I just scored an awesome deal on an Intel D5400XS motherboard. I know it will be dated but the deal was so great I couldn't pass it up - it even came with 8Gb of 800mhz FB-DIMMs. So anyway, I already have a 4u Rackmount, as seen Here. It's 23'' deep and I'll need to buy a rack if I want to...
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    Is there a better way to get full 1080P on my computer than straight Blu-Ray ripping?

    Now that burners are hovering around $200, it's not so ridiculous to consider an upgrade. I have a PS3, but would love to store full 1080p on the HTPC. So I want to know, what's the easiest (and/or cheapest) way to do it? PS: This is storage related right?
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    Is my rig worth upgrading the motherboard? <BFG 680i>

    Here's my setup: Intel C2Q Q6600 <Currently at 3Ghz> Noctua NH-C12P BFG 680i SLI 8Gb Mushkin PC2-6400 2 BFG 8800GT OC's SLI Razer Barracuda AC-1 WD 640Gb Corsair 520VX Optiarc DVD RW Antec NSK4480 Windows Server 2008 Standard x64 -------------------------------------- I've...
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    HP "Branded" Windows Server 2008 software - $133 shipped from Buy.com

    This very much intrigues me, seeing how it's 1/10 of the price of the non HP version: Windows Server 2008 Now, we can all see the compatibility chart, but what do you guys think? The pic is just a retail case of Server 08, but I can't tell just from that. The media PLUS a 5-user CAL...
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    Help setting up home network with 3 PC's and 1 Server

    Hello all, I'm probably making this entirely too complicated, but here are my computers: Main - Vista Home Premium x64 Secondary/Crunching - Ubuntu Media - Vista Basic x86 Server - Windows Server 2008 Here's where I am stuck: I want the server to function not only as a NAS and print...
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    Dual-Core Intel Atom 330 1.6GHz Mini-ITX Motherboard D945GCLF2 Retail - $90.59 shipped

    Don't know if it's that hot, but they're out and this would make a nice NAS/File Server. I think I'm going to bite. Anybody have an performance numbers? Dual Atom Goodness
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    BSOD on Vista, I think it's Zune related

    I'll get straight to the point. Intel C2Q Q6600 Currently at 3Ghz Noctua NH-C12P 4Gb Mushkin DDR2 WD 640Gb BFG 680i SLI BFG 8800GT OC Corsair 520VX Optiarc Sata DVDRW Razer Barracuda Sound Card Windows Vista Home Premium x64 ---- I was suddenly getting BSOD's a few weeks ago...
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    Question about high-performance computer in smaller mid-size case

    --- I like the understated look, but my idle seems a little too high (am I wrong?), plus I'm getting random BSOD's - here are the specs: ANTEC NSK4480 Corsair 520VX Intel Q6600 - Currently at 3Ghz <-- CORETEMP shows 46 degrees IDLE <--- Noctua NH-C12P BFG 680iSLI 4Gb Mushkin...
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    NAS + File + Print Server, what's the easiest way?

    Hi all, I want to create a spare 24/7 server that can dish files to the 3 other computers in the house, plus run automated backup and be utilized as a print server. It doesn't sound hard in concept, but with the options available I don't really know where to start. FreeNAS? Regular...
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    I just want to watch and record analog TV, and Vista x64 ain't playing nice

    I've had this problem for a while now, and there are a few shows I really like but can never watch due to work (Burn Notice, anyone?) I ordered the Leadtek WinFast TV2000 XP Expert, which is certified for Windows Vista Home Premium. That's what I have, albeit 64-bit and apparently it doesn't...
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    Folding with SLI'd 8800GT's, Question about Fan Speed

    In my system I have two BFG 8800GT 512mb's in an SLI configuration, both outfitted with the Zalman VF700-Cu. In this particular rig if the machine is on, it's either going to be folding or playing games. Mainly folding. Anyhow, because of this I have no need to run the fans of the GPUs at...
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    Prime95's Torture Test Freezes my system with everything stock

    I just constructed a new folding/gaming box and was trying to OC it tonight. Before I did anything I set the Ram voltage to 2.2 and set the timings to 4-4-4-12 1T with my Mushkin PC2-6400. Needless to say Prime95 failed immediately and I had to hard reboot. I set on timings to stock (left...