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    How do you display a DVD?

    I've got a DVD that has special meaning and I wanted to maybe frame it and put it on a wall. Anyone know of a good easy way to do this?
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    Are functions called within inline functions forced inline as well?

    Does foo exist in only one memory location, or is there a copy of it wherever there is bar? Thanks!
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    WinGDI: CreateDIBSection

    Hi all, I had a question about a specific function in the winGDI api, CreateDIBsection() It looks to me like you pass this function a BITMAPINFO and a void**, and it points that pointer to direct memory access to the bits it allocates. However, it doesn't pass you back anything specifying...
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    What size monitor has the largest pixels?

    Getting one for my grandmother, and pixel size is the greatest priority, not resolution. Thanks!
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    8800gs in a Shuttle XPC?

    Does anyone know whether I could fit an 8800gs in a shuttle XPC, the G45 version in particular, and whether it would work? I believe the 8800gs is similar in length to the old 8800gts 320/640mb models if I'm not mistaken. Thanks!
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    Debugging a program with multiple processes in VC++ 2008 Express

    Hey all, I've been trying to debug this application (for a school project) that is comprised of multiple .exe files running together. So there is a parent process, and a few child processes. When I set breakpoints in the parent process, debug works fine and the breakpoints are hit...
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    Computer resets when monitor resuming

    My monitor is set to turn off after 20 minutes idle, and my computer is set to never sleep. Whenever my monitor turns off and then I touch a key or move mouse to turn it on again, the whole computer resets instantly. My system: Asus P5K-E Intel E2140 8800GTS 320MB Antec Earthwatts 500w...
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    Canon S5 IS lens cap string

    I was wondering if anyone knew where the string should be attached. I can't find a place for it anywhere on the body, it seems! Thanks
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    Technical question: 3-phase power for video cards?

    Does anyone know what 3-phase power for video cards such as this one is for? I know what 3 phase power is, in the context of AC power transmission, but with DC devices like stuff inside computers, what's the point of 3-phase power? Just a fancy way of saying "we've used more voltage regulators"?
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    Can you swap hard drives without reinstalling windows?

    I want to get a replacement hard drive, but don't want to reinstall windows. Could I just copy all my stuff onto the new hard drive, stick it in the old one's place, and expect it to work? Vista 64 here, if it matters.
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    HD3850 256mb vs 8800GTS 320mb

    I'm considering either of these cards, and can get them at roughly the same price. The 8800GTS is used while the HD3850 is new. Which one do you think is better from a pure performance perspective? I game at 1680x1050, and I like to turn on AF/AA when possible, but it's not a necessity. Thanks
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    Quiet 7200rpm hard drives?

    Who makes the quiet but good performing hard drives these days? Last time I bought a hard drive it was Seagate, but it seems their reputation has gone downhill. I only care about minimizing the high pitch constant whine. I don't really care about seek noise, it actually bothers me not to have...
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    Hitting an OC wall with E2140

    I'm using Asus P5K-E, E2140 (L2 step), Crucial Ballistix 2GB DDR800 For some reason I'm hitting a wall at 2.8ghz, 350mhz fsb, at the 8x multiplier. Voltage is 1.35 bios, 1.30 under load. The RAM is being set to the lowest divider (700~800mhz), and has been shown to run fine at 1050mhz. If...
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    Maximum E2140 overclock on stock fan and stock voltage?

    Hi guys, I was wondering what speeds you managed from this chip (or E2160 or E2180) using the stock fan at stock voltage? Looking for an easy, safe overclock... :) Edit: as a secondary question, with these chips are lower multipliers unlocked? In case I'm limited in CPU clock, but want to...
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    Maximum acceptable temperature for Pentium D?

    I just noticed that my Pentium D 805 seems to run pretty hot, even for a Pentium D. Right now it tends to idle at 60c, and go up to 75c at load. This is stock cooler, stock clock speed, in a decently ventilated case (a bunch of case fans running at low speed). Are these temperatures normal?
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    How to set lower than 200mhz FSB on Asus P5K-E?

    I have an old PentiumD 805 processor which has 133mhz FSB, and the Asus board I just got only seems to allow FSB adjustment in the range of 200-800mhz. If I just leave the settings as default then the proc will work at its 2.6ghz regular speed, but I know this proc is actually capable of 3.6ghz...
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    8500GT SLI vs 8600GT

    I'm looking for an upgrade and can get two 8500GTs or one 8600GT for the same price. Which do you think is better? This will be used for some gaming. But obviously I realize within this budget range, I'll be gaming at low settings on new games. Which do you think is better?
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    Budget Upgrade

    My motherboard died recently and it's outdated so I have little choice but to upgrade. The objective of this upgrade is to spend as little money as possible, while still increasing performance. Here's my plan: Current System Asus P5P800-SE (dead) Geforce 6800 AGP (sold for $70) 2GB DDR400...
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    Asus Warranty?

    My Asus P5P800-SE motherboard just died, after a little over a year. I've been trying to search on the asus website for warranty info, but there's none. Looked on the box/instructions and there's none. Does Asus provide any warranty at all? =/
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    WinXP can't read WinVista Documents and Settings Folder

    My motherboard died suddenly and I've got some important files on the hard drive. I don't have access to any other computers which have SATA. So the plan is to replace the motherboard, and at that point my windows install probably won't boot anymore, so I'll boot to a CD OS to back up my...
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    nvidia's 8800 series naming scheme

    I'm confused about which cards are better than which in the 8800 series. Is this order right? Ultra > GTX > GTS > GT And 8800GS below that if one ever comes out.
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    Are DDR2 slots backwards compatible with DDR?

    I think my agp/DDR motherboard died, and I can't find a place near me which sells one that does agp/DDR, only agp/DDR2. Can a DDR2 slot use regular old DDR?
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    Computer won't boot, power button doesn't turn it off

    Hi guys, I have a boot problem on a 4 or so year old computer which has a 1 year old mobo, proc, and ram. I was wondering if you could help me point out which parts are most suspect, or any possible solutions. I'll be as detailed in the description as possible, please ask if any additional info...
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    Does Half Life 2 still cause motion sickness?

    I got HL2 the day it came out, but never finished it. The other day I decided to break it out again and finally get to the end, but I only played about half an hour before I remembered why I stopped in the first place. Baaad bad motion sickness; I ended up feeling crappy for the rest of the...
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    What kind of video card cooler is this? *pic*

    I bought a used Apollo 6800 thinking I was getting a red card that looks like this but instead got a blue card that looks like this. In terms of performance, pipeline unlocking and overclocking, it's just fine, but the fan is noisy and rattling. Is this some kind of aftermarket cooler? Does...
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    How can I tell if my PSU is causing instability?

    I just got a video card (Radeon 9700Pro) in my system (along with pentiumD, the power sucking version) powered by a 430w PSU. After I put the card in, the system crashes occasionally, completely at random. The type of crash is that it freezes with a blank monitor (no signal) with the same 1...
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    Radeon 9700 DVI Output

    Is anyone using a Radeon 9700's DVI output with an LCD monitor? I'm wondering how well it works, I know that it's a rather old card. I've heard from some people using this card's DVI that the monitor does not turn on until the windows login screen. Has anyone experienced this? Thanks
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    LCD Prices

    I'm looking into purchasing an LCD monitor, but was wondering how quickly the prices on them were dropping right now. I remember a time in CRT technology where you could buy what was considered a good CRT, and just a year or two later the price would be halved for the same type. Towards the end...
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    Is it a good time to build a computer?

    I'm contemplating building a new general purpose PC, but I've been out of the hardware loop for quite some time, and have no idea what's going on, what's the best stuff, and what's coming out soon. In your opinion, based on factors like new technology coming out, prices, what's currently...
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    Data Archiving

    Hey guys, What's your opinion on the easiest and cheapest reliable way to back up data? It's not critical data, but it's important data, family videos, etc. I've been using DVDs, but 4.7GB really is tiny when you're doing video stuff, and it's a pain to burn all those. How reliable is...
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    How long does USPS First Class International take?

    I'm getting a small package shipped to me from UT, USA to BC, Canada. Does anyone have any idea how long it usually takes? Anyone shipped with that before? I looked on their website and all they had was "delivery time varies", which could not possibly be less helpful. Thanks
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    Where to get replacement parts for a Nikon camera?

    My old Nikon Coolpix 950 is still serving me well but some of the exterior parts like rubber grip and lens cap are dead. Does anyone know where to order these parts?
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    Weird dropdown combobox behavior

    This problem is with most comboboxes being displayed on my computer. For an example, go to create a new thread, and in the text formatting toolbar, there's a combobox that lets you pick emoticons. When you click on the combobox, and then press a keyboard key, it's supposed to go to an item...
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    AC adapter for a digital camera

    Wow, there's a forum for this now... excellent! Took me a while to find, though, because I had a post locked without an explanation in OT. I want to buy an AC adapter for my Minolta Dimage5 digicam. The only spec I can seem to find on it is that it's 6V. Will it be okay if I just buy a 6V...
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    AC adapter for a digital camera

    I want to buy an AC adapter for my Minolta Dimage5 digicam. The only spec I can seem to find on it is that it's 6V. Will it be okay if I just buy a 6V, 1.8A adapter from radio shack? I'm assuming 1.8A is enough current... it's quite a bit. Thanks for weighing in.
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    What is my mystery device?

    I just got a new laptop, and since I like my windows install to be clean, I formatted and put a fresh copy of Vista home premium on it. There's one device in the device manager, under "Other devices" that just says "Mass Storage Controller". I just got this computer so I'm not completely...
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    Using Chinese software on English windows?

    I'd like to use some Chinese software on my English install of XP. I've already got the Asian language set installed. The words in the program are all random non-sense characters, though. Anyone know how to use this without using a Chinese install of windows? Thanks.
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    Head units with motorized self-hiding faceplates?

    Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knows whether there are any of these today. I'm talking about the head units with faceplates that automatically fold away and look like just a blank spot on the dash when you turn off the car. I know kenwood used to sell these, naming it "D MASK" but I...
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    UPS Brokerage Fees WTF?!?! *resolved!*

    I recently ordered a $50 item from a store in America and it was shipped promptly by UPS to my home in Canada, for a $15 shipping fee. So far so good. Today I come home to a notice on my door that says they made a delivery attempt, and want $42.77 for a "Brokerage C.O.D." I look online and...
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    Any bluetooth headsets that don't look like they're from star trek/dragon ball?

    I don't know if anyone else feels the same, I've always found bluetooth headsets to look a little silly. Are there any that aren't just one unit that clips over the ear on the side of your head? Maybe something more like a regular separate earphone/microphone set that uses bluetooth instead of a...