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    After watching Avatar, gaming in 3D could potentially be really cool.

    I was really skeptical of the "3D" in the new Avatar flick, but was surprised to find that it wasn't shoved down my throat, and was much more subtle. It wasn't too distracting, and I thought it added to the movie, especially in the jungle scenes. (The lush vegetation scenes are spectacular...
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    What is the name of this web-based puzzle game?

    It's a browser based puzzle game, and there are a few different versions made by the creator. One of them is set on a box, the other on a sphere. The way to "win" the game was by placing structures or other various elements into the "world", and they would level up depending on the order in...
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    How to secure an apartment from burglary

    I'm looking for some security advice specific to apartments. I've read Alkemyst's threads on his ordeal and his solution (monitored security sytem), but I don't think that's practical for my one bedroom apartment. I live in a brandnew apartment building in Seattle. The building has secure...
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    What are the majority of 8800GT owners upgrading to?

    I have a weird question... I want to know what the bulk/majority of 8800GT owners are upgrading to these days. The reason I ask this is because back in Oct '07 when the 8800GT first came out for ~$300, many people jumped on the 8800GT since it was had a great value to performance ratio... so...
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    New CPU and Mobo: reformatting

    Hey all, Just want to make sure I'm on the right track with my reasoning: Heres the situation: I'm upgrading my CPU/Mobo/Ram from an AMD build to an Intel build. The OS is on its own partition (Windows XP). All my major programs are installed on separate drives/partitions... So...
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    Good Wired Router for gaming?

    Hello all. I did a search for "gaming routers" and didn't really find anything that helped me... everything was wireless! So what I'm looking for is a good wired (not wireless) router to use for my PC and Xbox 360... I do mostly gaming, (TF2, COD4, GTAIV, Unreal 3, etc, etc), so I'd like a...
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    Xbox 360 + GTAIV bundles?

    Forgive me if this is the wrong spot for this post. I did a quick search and didn't see any thread about a 360 + GTA4 bundle... so I thought I'd make a post. Anyone know of any bundles coming out for GTAIV and the 360? Are bundles usually cheaper than purchasing a system and game seperately?
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    Radeon X1800XT's at Newegg... whats going on?

    Here's the link at Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...it=ENE&Manufactory=1561&SubCategory=48 I did a search for Sapphire Radeon X1800XT cards at Newegg. There are 3 256MB cards, and 2 512MB cards. One of the 256MB cards is an OEM. But the other two 256MB cards are both...
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    Two different RAM sticks in my Newegg cart...

    Corsair XMS 2GB: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16820145575 $188 now, but has a $50 rebate, which would bring the price to $138... but it's a rebate. >=| G.Skill 2GB: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16820231047 $146 after the instant savings Not...
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    Buying a computer... backwards

    Don't get me wrong, I've pretty much got a list of what I want my complete computer to be, but I think I'll buy the peripherals first, and then order the main components. Why you ask? I really don't know. Anyway, this is whats sitting in the cart at Newegg, and I'd thought I'd ask if...
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    Sapphire Radeons compared to ATI Radeons...

    Is Sapphire really that awful? If i get a Sapphire Radeon X1800XT, and it breaks, am I screwed? Whats the difference between a Sapphire Radeon and the ATI Radeon? Does Sapphire use shittier components to build the board or something? Should I be concerned that my Sapphire Radeon isn't going to...
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    Any of you used the "Bill me later" function of Newegg?

    Should I say away from it? Or is it a decent way to get what you want right now and pay for it later (when you get your paycheck)?
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    Sapphire Radeons vs. ATI Radeons?

    Is Sapphire really that awful? If i get a Sapphire Radeon X1800XT, and it breaks, am I screwed? Whats the difference between a Sapphire Radeon and the ATI Radeon? Does Sapphire use shittier components to build the board or something?
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    Newegg's Extended Warranty plan?

    I'm messing around with my computer order in Newegg, and I was wondering about the "Optional Extended Warranty Plans" that are available for items like the video card, hard drive, mobo, etc. Do you guys normally buy the extended warranty for the more expensive parts (like CPU, video card, mobo)...
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    Building a new computer from scratch

    So I'm building a computer, to replace the computer I don't have right now. Yeah, it sucks. My budget for the main components is in the $1,200 - $1,300 range. This number does not include monitor, software, keyboard, mouse, soundcard, etc. I want to spend no more than $1,300 on just the...
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    Another Computer Build thread

    So I remember looking at this Firingsquad.com computer guide a few months ago, and decided that now is a good time for me to completely rebuild my system for around $1K. Since the article is a few months old, I was wondering about the practicality of following the guide. Here's what I've...
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    Is this possible? Would my mother board do this? Help! =(

    Hello all... This is a little long, but please... any ideas are welcomed, ;) Ok... Here are my system specs. I built this computer myself, put it all together with parts I ordered from various vendors. Here goes: Abit KA7-100 motherboard (From www.IcomPZ.com) AMD K7 Athlon 750mhz @ 200mhz bus...