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    Canon Powershot G12 Vs Canon Rebel T3

    Question ... The Canon G12 has a 5x Optical Zoom. The T3 Wal-Mart Bundle comes with a EF-S 18-55mm zoom lens equivalent to a 28-90mm lens on an analog camera with 0.92' minimum focusing distance. Can someone explain how this lense compares to the zoom on the Canon G12? I've never had a SLR...
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    Canon Powershot G12 Vs Canon Rebel T3

    I'm planning on upgrading my digital camera today. I originally wanted something that was point and shoot size that would be allowed into concert arenas where I live that have a "no detachable lense" rule. The older Canon PowerShot G12 fits this requirement and does really well in low-light...
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    Need Help finding Reviews/Specs on Gateway W730 K8X Laptop

    Someone locally is desperate to sell this laptop from around '09 for $100. Here's what they are telling me it has: Mobile AMD 64 Processor 4000+ 2.5ghz 1gb RAM I've googled "review" and "specs" but can't seem to find any website who's done a write-up on this model. Can anyone else add...
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    Alienware Laptops - Worth The Cost?

    Great to have insight from someone who compared Apple vs Alienware. It's a tough call. My machine is so ancient at this point any laptop would honestly be an upgrade. How much extra did the "Alienware" name and look seem to run you when compared to computers with identical parts?
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    Is this machine worth $200?

    What's the quality of Gateway? I'm not familiar with them at all except for the fact when I was a kid and they had all those crazy colored desktops that I wanted one :) Are the specs worth the investment or am I better off getting something like this which is $350...
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    Alienware Laptops - Worth The Cost?

    Ok - I am looking to upgrade my laptop soon. I just noticed the new Sim City game will be coming out this year so thought about getting something I know would run that with no issues since it's not a MAC game and my desktop is an iMac. I use my laptop to also do mobile DJ work. I'm currently...
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    Is this machine worth $200?

    It's been so long since I've bought a laptop I feel like a noob all over again :) The fact I'd be third owner worries me too and it's Windows Vista. I figure if I'm going to upgrade I should get a machine with 7 right?
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    Cheap Internet Desktop

    My wife and kids have been using my iMac and the kids now like to climb on the desk and play with the screen. I'm obviously paranoid about scratches so thinking I'll build a family machine they can use away from my machine which is used for audio and graphic design. How much would I need to...
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    Should I upgrade to this?

    I'm currently running the following for various work related tasks plus a little Mobile DJ work and Photoshop editing. I've been wanting a Macbook but not ready to invest in the $2,000 price right. I had posted my PS3 which I rarely play for $250 on craigslist. The one I have is honestly worth...
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    Is this machine worth $200?

    I'm currently running the following for various work related tasks plus a little Mobile DJ work and Photoshop editing. I've been wanting a Macbook but not ready to invest in the $2,000 price right. I had posted my PS3 which I rarely play for $250 on craigslist. The one I have is honestly...
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    What Hard Drive Enclosure Do I Need?

    That Vantec device is very cool! Definitely a time saver. Thanks.
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    How Hard Is It To Build A Tower?

    awesome. Thanks everyone. I'm sure you'll see more posts from me later in the year as I get input on each part before I purchase it (especially motherboard and processor).
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    How Hard Is It To Build A Tower?

    Thanks everyone! I really think I want to give it a try. I'm 28 so if I'm going to try I might want to start now before I lose any motivation to give it a shot. As far as plugging in wires referenced above ... Are you simply stating the wires from the hard drive to motherboard, power supply...
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    Recommend me a netbook replacement ... please

    A friend of mine almost got me to get one of these Lenovo X120e Thinkpads as a replacement for my full size laptop. It's pretty powerful (although just a tad bigger than most netbooks). The screen size is 11" as opposed to 10" or smaller. I'm not an expert but it's another option to share at...
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    How Hard Is It To Build A Tower?

    Ok, I have the basic knowledge of computers and have of course moved stuff around inside and replaced my own ram, hard drives, etc. My wife is due for a new internet browsing computer for the bedroom. She's got a Pentium 4 2.8ghz with 1.5gb of ram right now. I want to built her something...
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    What Hard Drive Enclosure Do I Need?

    I want to find out what's stored on some older hard drives I have laying around. At one time I had a hard drive enclosure that I purchased to plug these drives into for this purpose. I can no longer find the enclosure. Can someone please tell me what one I would need? There are too many options...
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    Need Help Deciding on Macbook

    Should I even consider buying used or refurbed? I can't decide (especially not being that knowledged in the latest tech and processors) if I should only consider new or a model that is 2-3 years old on craigslist or the apple site thats 1-2 years old refurbed. I did see they recently went to...
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    Suggestions For Laptop (Mobile DJ Use)

    I just want something faster than what I have now (which is almost everything I'm sure). I like the look of the Macbook from a presentation standpoint but I'm not only looking at those. I may have worded my question badly but I guess what I was also asking is how old in the Macbook Pro line...
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    Suggestions For Laptop (Mobile DJ Use)

    I'm looking at replacing my Dell Inspiron 6000 Pentium 4 1.5ghz with 512mb of ram. I use it primarily for mobile dj use with some light photoshop work and then the standard web browsing. I REALLY want to add to my Apple Collection and get a Macbook Pro but don't have quite enough to drop $1000...
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    Need Help Deciding on Macbook

    Ok, I own a 2010 iMac 21.5" for my studio at home. I'm now looking at replacing my ancient laptop I use for Mobile DJ and some light Photoshop work making website graphics. It's a Dell Inspiron 6000 I purchased in around 2004-2005. It has a Intel Pentium 4 M 1.5ghz 598mhz with 512mb of ram...
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    What Windows Laptops Compare To These Macbooks?

    I'm thinking of taking the plunge into Apple Macbook Pro. I have an iMac I purchased last year and have always been a PC guy. I bought my iMac to do audio production which and because "it looked cool" ... yeah I'm one of those :) The laptop will be used for some light Photoshop work and also...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Checking out with the monitor right now actually. I noticed the TV didn't have a tilt on the stand from the pictures I saw and that might cause issues since the shelf at my desk is just barely above eye level. Thanks again for alllll your help. I greatly appreciate it.
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Ok, It's crunch time. I've narrowed it down to the following two. VIZIO 22" LED TV $199: http://www.samsclub.com/sams/shop/product.jsp?productId=prod3250... ASUS 24" LED MONITOR $189: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...dex-_-24236154 I'm assuming the TV would have better sound quality...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Ok, I noticed that as well. Do you think the refresh rate on the monitor is enough for gaming over a TV? The H is cheaper on Amazon by only $5 so I'd rather buy the new one with only that minor of a savings. Thanks again for ALL your help. I really greatly appreciate it. I wish I had the...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    I feel silly now. I just noticed in the description this monitor actually has speakers built in. Since you'r more tech savy than me do you see the key differences between these two ASUS monitors? (VE248Q) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...154&Tpk=VE248Q (VE248H)...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    http://www.walmart.com/ip/OLEVIA-VLE-24FDVLDR/17127801 random brand though I've never heard of. I haven't checked sams club or best buy yet though.
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Ok, Last question. My reciever in the office currently doesn't have optical in which is what I would ideally need to use as the audio output when I went HDMI to the monitor (since it has no speakers). I'm pretty the xbox allows you to run composite audio in combination with the HDMI but I'm not...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Oh, Also I noticed it says LED Backlit LCD. How does this compare to say a true LCD or LED?
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Ok, thanks. Do you know much about ASUS monitors? Good Rep? I'm going to compare the box stores today but I'm guessing I can't beat this deal locally in a store.
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Hey Sith, Thoughts on this? Noticed it on the Newegg weekend promotion list. It's $189 after the $25 off. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...dex-_-24236154
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    Thanks. So it's worth the extra $150 or so to get one of these type of monitors as compared to the ones in the box stores? I might hold off and save some more cash then. I was thinking under $200 right now. Based on the previous post it sounds like they run about $350.
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    This is all foreign to me. I follow technology but not that much :) What is IPS and TN and how do I tell what that is at the stores? I don't see that listed on the descriptions. How do the monitors I'm seeing at the box stores for around $200 that are 1920 x 1080 compare? I know you get...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    After further investigating the TV mounts I've seen in person and the area where this will be installed I will no longer be mounting this using a TV mount. It will instead sit on a desk next to my I Mac monitor. The only requirements now are 1080p and HDMI input(s). 21-27" seems to be a good...
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    I'm not opposed to a monitor as long as it's able to be mounted on the swivel type mount I mentioned so I can move it around and position it as needed. I haven't priced them out though. How do they compare in price and how are the specs compared to a TV of the same size?
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    Under 30" 1080p TV/Monitor For Gaming

    I'm planning on getting one of those adjustable flat screen mounts that I can adjust the angle and how far from the wall it is, etc. The purpose is to put near my computer desk and move into place when I want to use my xbox. Hopefully that makes sense! OK, Here's my question. I want something...
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    Help Reinstalling Windows XP Pro?

    It worked. Weird. Yay for not having to buy another CD-Rom :)
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    Help Reinstalling Windows XP Pro?

    That was my worry as well. I decided to take the advice of a friend and unhook the HD, memory, etc and re-install them (cables, etc) and I turned the computer back on and it is now going through the setup process. Crossing My Fingers! It's been 8 years since I've installed Windows and it's...
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    Help Reinstalling Windows XP Pro?

    I'm trying to reinstall Windows XP on my desktop. I formatted the hard drive booting from CD and also removed all partitions. I selected a new partition and used the max size possible and selected it to install Windows. It starts copying files and going through the setup on the blue screen...
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    General Knowledge

    I would consider myself an 6/10 when it comes to computers and knowing about them but lately I've had interest in learning about the processors, etc so I can better understand what I'm buying to find the better deals without having to come here everytime I have questions. Are there any blogs...
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    Which laptop should I buy? (2 Choices)

    I've narrowed my search down to 2 laptops (those that saw my earlier post). Both are $399 and both have free shipping. #1) Toshiba http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16834214188 #2) Dell (Base Model without upgrades) http://configure.us.dell.com/dellsto...61116-FW9rvg93