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    Dell Laptop Recommendation

    I'm looking for a recommendation on a Dell laptop that's primary use will be for presentations (both small audiences of 3-10 people as well as larger audiences of up to 1,000 people). Here are my primary requirements: - Budget: $700-$1200 - Display: Matte finish, not glossy - OS: Windows 7...
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    looking for info on Fall '08 laptops & CPUs

    I'm looking around for information about the scheduled release dates for the next line of processors (specifically for laptops) due out in the Fall/late Summer. I always seem to stumble on this information when I'm not interested in buying, but now that I'm seriously looking, I can't seem to...
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    upgrading to XP Pro from Media Center

    My company bought an HP Media Center m7590n from Circuit City about 18 months, and now I'm looking to update it to XP Pro because the computer never really ran as fast as expected, and needs a clean install (and better OS) to correct things. We don't have a copy of XP on CD for this machine...
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    looking for printer recommendation

    I have a B&W printer that needs to get replaced. I'm hoping to keep the price for the new one under $300, and would only be using it to print B&W invoices on letterhead. The printer would only be hooked up to one computer, so networking isn't a factor. any recommendations would be appreciated.
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    Need advice on new or barebones laptop?

    I'm interested in getting either a new or refurb laptop so I can learn the ins, outs and what-have-yous of vista ultimate. other than learning vista, I just plan to use it for the web browsing, open office, etc. no gaming. no video editing. my budget is between $800-$1,000 including the...
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    Transferring files from an old laptop

    My brother is trying to transfer his files from his old (and I mean old) laptop to a new desktop he bought. I don't have any experience transferring files, so I figured I'd ask for advice here. Here's what my brother told me about the two machines: Here's the setup of the old laptop: MAG...
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    Repairing MBR/Boot Sector Viruses

    I've had the recent pleasure of dealing with what I believe is a boot sector/MBR virus on my XP SP2 machine. I had NAV '04 and Ad-Aware installed with the latest definitions, but they didn't help in this case. I had two hard drives, one (C drive) for XP and apps, and another (F drive) for my...
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    Advice on new Mac desktop

    I need a new mac desktop for my boss that will last 3-5 years, and I'm considering the following options: 1. New PowerMac G5 w/ 17" LCD 2. New iMac G5 w/ 17" LCD 3. New Mac Mini w/ 17" LCD In this case, the primary concerns are: 1. the stability of the system/keeping it cool 2. value 3...
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    Unmountable Boot Volume error

    ***Note*** After making some progress, I found out that the source of the problem is related to an Unmountable Boot Volume error (caused by a virus), so feel free to skip the first couple of posts to get the more relevant details. ***End Note*** I'm running Win XP SP2, and the Windows...
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    Setting up wireless connection on Win 98

    I bought a Netgear Wireless (b) USB adapter for my roommates computer (Win 98 SE) that connects to a wireless router in my room. After I installed the driver, and connected the adapter, everything looked like it should be working, but when I went to open up IE or Firefox, the computer couldn't...
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    Migrating from G3/OS 9 to G5/OS X

    If I upgrade from a G3 running OS 9.2 to a G5 running only 10.3 (no dual boot), will I run into any problems using and accessing my old files assuming I get all the necessary software upgrades?
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    Need help w/ video playback issue

    My company developed a CD-ROM for a client, and it works fine except that on one of my co-workers computers, the video plays back really fast as if it's being sped up and people's voices sound like chipmunks. I talked to the CD-ROM developer, who recommended that I make sure she's using a...
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    sound card for home recordings?

    I'm interested in recording sound into my computer, and a friend said that I would need a sound card to properly record from a guitar. Does anyone have any recommendations? Here's my current system: A7N8X Deluxe w/ Barton 2500 1 GB RAM 2 x 160 GB Drives Matrox G450 Video Card Thanks in advance.
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    Recommendations on a 24-Port 10/100MB Ethernet Switch?

    I work in a small office that has nearly doubled in size over the past year. Our existing 8 port 10MB Hub is ready to go, and our local tech support company has recommended upgrading to a 24-port 10/100MB Switch, and if the way our tech support guy explained it is correct, it sounds like a no...
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    Recommendations on postscript printers?

    I'm looking for recommendations on a good postscript printer for a Mac OS X environment. It would be for a small office (8 computers), and we would prefer something that prints at least 20 pages per minute, but would prefer closer to 30+.
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    Best version of Linux for 1st time user and where to buy?

    Can anyone recommend the best version of Linux for first-time users as well as the cheapest place to buy it?
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    Caching OS X system?

    I'm a web developer and I've been having a recurring problems with seeing the latest versions of some pages that I post to my clients sites. For example, I posted a page with some changes to the clients site, and if I type the URL followed by a "?", I can see the updated version, but otherwise...
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    web caching issue

    I work in web development for a small company, and another developer and myself made separate updates to a website on Monday. But for some reason, I can't see some of the changes that were made when I'm at work, but I have seen the updated pages on another computer. I'm running OS X at work...
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    can PCs print on a mac network?

    I'm trying to connect my boss' laptop (WinXp Pro) to our Mac network so he can print things. Is this possible? A coworker mentioned that she used to be able to print documents from her Mac on a PC network, so I figure there's a longshot that the reverse is true. I already have the right...
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    places to buy customized pre-built desktops?

    I've got a friend who is looking to spend about $400-$700 (shipped) on a pre-built desktop (no monitor, keyboard, or mouse needed). He's not a gamer, and will really be using it for office, e-mail, and some digital photo stuff probably running on Win XP Pro. My friend lives in Chicago, and...
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    Can Mac OS X and OS 9 share the same server?

    I know this is probably a pretty basic networking question, but I'm currently on a network of Macs running OS 9.x, and I'm going to be the company test case to try OS X. Once I've installed OS X, will I still be able to access the company server (running on OS 9)? My instincts say no, but I'm...
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    Mac OS X: 10.2 or 10.3?

    I'm thinking of upgrading my Mac at work to OS X. Are there any OS X users who could give me their $0.02 about Jaguar vs. Panther?
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    Laptop screen resolutions

    My boss just got a Dell D800 Latitude laptop to use for presentations, and his screen is a 15" widescreen WSXGA+. The native resolution on it is something like 1680 x 1050, and when surfing the web, hardly any of the graphics are crisp at all. I tried switching the resolution down to a more...
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    most stable Dell laptop?

    What have people heard about the current Dell laptops, and more specifically, which line is supposed to be the most problem/bug-free? I read on the Dell forums that some of the Inspiron 8x00's had screen problems. Are other lines having problems that people know of? My boss is decided on...
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    dual boot systems

    I have a system running WinXP Prof. and I've been thinking about installing Linux on it as well. Does anyone have advice about: 1. how stable will my computer be with 2 OSs on it? 2. what brand and version of Linux do people recommend? 3. good resources for dual boot systems...
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    pre-built desktop for under $1200 (w/o monitor)

    A friend of mine got a hold of a 17" flat screen, and has decided to get a new desktop to replace his laptop. He doesn't want to learn how to build a desktop himself, so I'm looking for recommendations for pre-built desktops under $1200. I think his requirements are something like this: 2.5...
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    best brand for laptops?

    My boss is looking for a new laptop, and he's willing to spend between $2000-$3200 for it. He needs a reliable/stable laptop from a company with good tech support. Other than that, his minimum requirements are: Win XP Prof 1.6GHz+ CPU 512MB+ RAM 40GB+ HD 64MB+ graphics card DVD/CD-RW drive...
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    notebook rec's for multimedia/presentations?

    My boss wants to get a new notebook for doing presentations at conferences and to present some of our multimedia work at smaller client presentations. He's currently using a G3 300MHz laptop, and is frustrated because while all of our computers here in the office are Mac OS 9, his fellow...
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    Do you HAVE to have a floppy drive for 1st bootup?

    I'm building my first computer, and I decided not to waste my money on a floppy drive, but my manuals talk about installing the floppy as if you have to. Do I need to install one to bootup properly for the first time, or can I get away without it?
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    will Matrox G550 work with Asus A7N8X Deluxe?

    I built my first system using an Asus A7N8X mb and a Matrox G550 card. I tried starting up, but I'm not getting any video output. I know the monitor works because I've used it on 2 other computers, and I've been seing other people with problems using Asus boards and Matrox cards. Am I doing...
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    problems with 1st boot

    I just finished building my first system, turned on the computer, and although the computer seems to be operating fine, there is no video output to the monitor. I know the monitor works because I'm using it to see as I'm typing right now. The motherboard, CPU, power supply, and the three fans...
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    How can you tell if it's a Barton?

    I bought a Barton 2500 from NewEgg a while ago, which turned out to be DOA. I ended up having to RMA it through AMD, and I finally got my new processor in the mail today, but the CPU itself, and the heatsink look different (appearance wise) than the original Barton I had. The first one I got...
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    boot problem: sonata & A7N8X Deluxe

    I'm building a brand-new computer for the first time using the Asus A7N8X Deluxe, Antec Sonota case and the included Truepower 380W power supply. After installing all the hardware, I tried to boot up for the first time, but after about 5 seconds, the computer powers off and nothing ever...
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    problems booting the first time

    I've installed all the hardware according to the manuals, which weren't the best references to begin with, and then I went to boot up for the first time. When I booted, the fans turn on, I got a green light on the motherboard, and the LEDs turn on, but after about 3-5 seconds, the computer just...
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    Cases/PSUs/Fans for A7N8X Deluxe w/ 2500+?

    I've ordered the Asus A7N8X Deluxe and the Barton 2500+, and I'm looking for advice/opinions on choosing a good mid-tower case that will keep it cool and quiet. I've read that this Asus board's PSU plug is on the wrong side (the far side) of the board opposite the PSU, and that that restricts...
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    Best card to go w/ A7N8X D-lux?

    I'm building my first system, and the following are the parts already on their way: Asus A7N8X Deluxe w/ AMD 2500+ 1GB Crucial RAM I'm not really going to use my system for gaming, but I will be doing lots of 2-D graphics work, and I'm not looking to spend more than $150 or so. I'd prefer a...
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    Best 17" Flat CRT Monitor under $200?

    I'm looking for the best flat-screen CRT Monitor under $200. I've read good things about the NEC monitors (~$160 at newegg). Anyone care to comment on those or other monitors that fit this description?
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    Which version of Win XP to get?

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out which version of Windoze XP to get. I'm mainly going to be using it for video editing and web development, and I don't want a lot of excessive programs/features that might be bundled if it will keep the cost down. Also, where's the cheapest place to buy a legit...
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    Best 2-D Card w/ DirX 9?

    I'm building a new system for video editing, and I'd like to get a really good 2-D card that's Direct X 9 compatible. Any suggestions?
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    Best Card under $80 for Broadband?

    I'm looking for the best card for cable internet access on a new system (heavy personal use, but not a server). Any suggestions?