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    Need help with E3-1230 V2 build for ESXi whitebox

    1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing. ESXi 5 whitebox for learning, and watching movies/web browsing. 2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread $800-$1000 3. What country YOU will be...
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    Need help with HTPC/Media Center build

    Out of the hardware loop for years. I'm trying to put together a build for my parents. Needs HDMI and be able to output video and audio to a TV via HDMI. This will be for viewing DVDs, Blu-Rays, and internet/email. I do not need a TV tuner. I have an existing 4 wired ethernet router that...
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    Team Fortress 2 runs very slow/stutter

    Last year, TF2 ran great on my computer. Now, I can't play without the game stuttering. E6750 2.66Ghz 8800 GT 2GB 500GB 32MB Windows 7 with all updates I updated my video card drivers. I defragmented. I tried lowering my video settings. I tried playing with updaterate/rate. I tried...
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    Does anyone know/use an American Apparel wholesaler?

    I heard some sellers on eBay are legit but I'm looking for testimonials from people who have used a seller/person or site.
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    Recommend me an automatic watch under $200

    I want it to be 1. Automatic/self winding 2. Dressy 3. Reasonably accurate I have been looking at the Seiko 5 and have read mixed reviews.
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    Second Skin

    Non-USA link: http://www.snagfilms.com/films/title/second_skin Hulu: http://www.hulu.com/watch/87648/second-skin imdb: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1183696/ "An intimate, fascinating look at computer gamers whose lives have been transformed by the emerging, hugely popular genre of computer...
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    Stone chip forming rust

    If I get a fiberglass pen and work off the rust, then use touch up paint, would that fix the problem?
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    Rustproofing

    There was an older thread derailed that talked briefly about rustproofing: http://forums.anandtech.com/me...&keyword1=rustproofing My dad has an older Prius with 90~K kilometres that was never rustproofed and has never had any rust problems. We live in Toronto. The Prius is his daily drive...
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    What should I do after buying a used car with no maintenance records?

    What should I do after buying a used car with no maintenance records? How much should I expect to pay if I do it myself and if I take it to an independent garage?
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    CBC Marketplace on Carfax

    http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/...tory_reports/main.html Good watch. The other report is CarProof.
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    Buying a used car

    I'm a noob to cars and I was looking at 96-00 Civic sedans. I'm looking for a reliable, 4 door automatic vehicle that will last me as long as possible with minimal maintenance. How much mileage would be acceptable? Are there any other cars I should look for? Thanks
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    The "best" USB drive

    http://www.kingston.com/flash/...lelite_reader.asp?id=2 I was looking for an easy way to transfer files between devices and stumbled upon this beauty! It allows you to use your memory cards as a USB drive and reads microSDHC! It comes with a female->male USB adapter if you have trouble...
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    Going to an optometrist for the first time

    I think I have a colour deficiency. I have troubles differentiating hues of colours. I'm going to drop-in at an optometrist tomorrow for an exam. Unfortunately, my friends cannot recommend any. What tests can I expect?
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    Mr. Chi City! (NSFW language)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...z7wyME&feature=channel
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    What's the dressiest way to tie a tie?

    I Googled but couldn't find an answer on the dressiest.
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    Cedar Shoe Tree

    Has anyone used one? How have they worked for you? What should I look for when buying a cedar shoe tree? Thanks
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    Ghost PM's

    The site says I have 2 messages in my private message history but I don't see the message when selecting Inbox, Sent, and "all".
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    Please critique my resume

    I've left out my personal details (under my name) and the name of my high school in this version. (Link removed. Thank you everyone!) All constructive criticism and comments welcomed! Edit: I'm not applying for anything specific. Edit #2: Sweet, 2222nd post! UPDATE: I was hired...
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    Windows XP, Disk Cleanup Compression, and Uncompressing.

    I thought I'd share information on how to decompress files compressed by Disk Cleanup and prevent future compression. The compressed files were slowing down performance and visually annoying (compressed files = blue). Disable Disk Cleanup compression...
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    Need help from someone who can read Vietnamese well

    Someone or some entity is listing my personal email address as their own. I've been receiving a lot of spam and some of it gets through the filter because it's in Vietnamese. I need help finding an email to let them know it's not me and hopefully have it removed. The URL is...
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    The best wolf t-shirt

    NSFW comments! :D http://www.birkoph.com/Wolf_tshirt.htm
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    The Wam

    NSFW http://youtube.com/watch?v=URPC0q46CcU LOL :d
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    Best <$200 2.1 PC Speakers?

    How are these: http://www.tigerdirect.ca/appl...pNo=1031507&CatId=2891
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    Help with a $1000 or less build

    1. PC will be used for gaming but I want a digital output audio card too. 2. $1000 CDN or less excluding monitor/accesories. 3. Canada and primarily from the retailer canadacomputers.com (they often have the lowest price). 4. No brand preference but I heard Intel has better CPUs these days. I...
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    Web site to scan single file/archive?

    I heard there was a site where you could upload a file and it would run multiple virus scans on it. Does anyone know anything about this?
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    DVD players: DivX == XviD support?

    I'm looking for a DVD player that can play XviD movies with subtitles not encoded in. I'm thinking of buying: http://www.futureshop.ca/catal...FS10086189&catid=10561 I have a couple questions I couldn't find the answers to: 1. Do I burn the .avi and subtitles as data in the same folder...
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    IRC question

    I don't know the term for it but how can I write something after my name? Default it's myname@myIP. I've noticed people have managed to do something like myname@some.random.comment.
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    Unusual eBay Feedback

    http://www.capnwacky.com/lists/list67.html
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    Anyone playing or want to start playing Starcraft:BW again?

    I'm PM for name on USEast. Preferably looking for a partner for 2v2 Lost Temple games. Off topic: microing
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    Where'd my thread in ATOT go yesterday?

    I posted a thread looking for help on imaging a home made DVD. I don't need help anymore but I'm curious as to where my thread went.
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    Repairing Nintendo 64 Controllers

    I was browsing eBay and came upon this Has anyone repaired a Nintendo 64 controller before and knows if this works? I've never taken apart a controller before.
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    I went to school with a sex offender

    While browsing a Facebook group, I came upon these: http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Ca...04/12/3992425-sun.html http://www.thestar.com/article/261790 I didn't have any classes with him but I knew of him and always thought he was a little strange. The justice system is being way too lenient...
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    15-year-old girl jailed with 20 men

    wtf... /disgust (the disgust emoticon isn't working for me). http://www.news.com.au/story/0...22808222-23109,00.html
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    Canadian Working in the U.S.

    I'm considering working in the U.S. for a few years (at most). What do I need to legally work in the U.S.? A green card? What's required to open a bank account/apply for a credit card? Thanks for any help. :)
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    24 in the 90's

    http://www.collegehumor.com/mo...op.swf?clip_id=1788161 :thumbsup::D
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    They didn't study.

    http://www.scribd.com/doc/5107/They-didnt-study :thumbsup::D
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    PCMag.com's 50 Top Computing Tips

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/...=PCRSS03129TX1K0000625 :thumbsup:
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    Getting my first credit card (Canadian)

    I applied for a credit card where I do my banking but was turned down -- probably because I have no credit and don't make a lot of money. I'd like to get a credit card to start building credit and for small online purchases (<$150). Some people suggest applying for a retailer or MBNA credit...
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    Affordable accomodations in NYC vicinity

    Does anyone have any recommendation on affordable hotels, etc. in the NYC vicinity?
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    Dudley Lock Stuck

    I bought a Dudley lock yesterday at Staples. After only using it for one day, it has become stuck half way in -- you can see a portion of the teeth (term?). It won't move the slightest in or out and I can't move the knob more than three numbers. I've contacted Dudley and am waiting for a...