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    Using Multiple Network Adapters

    I currently use VPN software to log into my work's corporate network and it creates a network adapter for the connection. But the problem is that this new "corporate" connection because the default connection for everything on my computer. Is there a way I can tell certain applications to use...
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    Question about i7 Overclocking

    I'm considering overclocking my i7-965, but after some searches on this forum, I'm a little worried. Right now, my CPU is using all Auto parameters on my Asus P6T deluxe, except for the RAM speed. I have that set to DDR3-1600 because I have the OCZ gold set rated for that speed. The thing I'm...
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    SATA Optical Drive/RAID Question

    I just built a new Core i7 Extreme system with an ASUS P6T Deluxe MB, 6GB RAM, Nvidia GTX280 and 2x750GB 7200RPM hard drives. I'm having a problem with my drives in RAID. I have them set up as a RAID0 array. On the same controller I have my SATA optical drive. Vista grants every part of my...
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    Drive Configuration

    I just bought a DFI X48-T3RS motherboard for my new computer, but I'm having troubles with my RAID and DVD burner. I have a SATA DVD drive and 2 750GB hard drives that I want to put in RAID. I can get all that working, but the DVD drive is terribly slow. I tried plugging in the hard drives...
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    Moving to 64-bit...

    I think I will be trying out 64-bit Vista Business and I have a few questions. From what I've read, performance is about on par with the 32-bit version, but are there any programs which run signifigantly faster or slower on 64-bit? Also, are there any major programs that have compatibility...
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    A Few Questions/Problems

    So I have been having problems with my network recently and I was wondering if anyone could help me. I have a Netgear WGT624v3 router logging into my Bellsouth DSL connection through a Westell E90-610030-06 modem. The problem is that occasionally, usually when I am downloading large files, my...
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    OS X/Xcode Questions

    I just started programming for OS X using Cocoa. I am coming from Win32, so it is pretty different. I ported an OpenGL project over to Cocoa by subclassing the OpenGL view and then extern-ing my C++ OpenGL code so that my Objective-C class can use my functions. That works fine. I have a few...
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    No More Aero

    I was wondering if anyone could tell me why I wouldnt be able to use Aero in Vista all of a sudden. This morning I had it, and then I was using OS X for a while, and when I booted back into windows, I had no more Aero. It's not even an option for me. I'm not sure why. My video drivers are fine...
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    nVidia Plugin for PIX for Windows

    I am trying to use PIX to debug DirectX, but PIX doesnt recognize the plugin. I checked the directory that it is suppose to be in, and its there, so it got installed properly, but under the advanced options in the "New Experiment" it shows no installed plug-ins. I am running 32-bit Vista on one...
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    iChat Problem

    So I just got a brand new 17" MBP with the High-res upgrade and I absolutly love it. Things happened in my pants that I cant describe in public. But I have a problem with iChat. The problem is that 90% of the time i attempt to use it, I sign in for about 1 second and see my buddy list, but then...
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    Building a new PC

    I am looking to build a new DX10 PC, but I have been a little out of touch with the whole PC hardware scene for a little while. I am looking for a good 680i motherboard, an nVidia 8800 GTX, decent RAM for the whole thing, and a case and PSU for it all. The processer i'm looking at is the Core 2...
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    Disabling Speedstep

    I have an HP Compaq nx9420 w/ a 1.83GHz Core Duo, and I was wondering if anyone could tell me how to disable Intel's Speedstep. It is dropping my CPU speed down to about 950MHz which makes some tasks unbearable slow. There is no option in the BIOS to disable it and I also have my power options...
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    Laptop Upgradeability

    I have a question aobut upgrading my laptop. I have a Compaq nx9420 and looking at the service manual, it says that the processer and video card are upgradeable. I have 2 questions. 1. Are the Core 2 Duos socket-compatible with the core duos and will my chipset even recognize it. 2. where does...
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    PCMCIS Audigy 2 ZS

    I'm thinking about getting a PCMCIA Audigy 2 ZS for my computer, but I dont have surround sound speakers to use it with, so I will use my headphones. If I do that and enable Creatives headphone mode or whatever it's called, how convincing is it? Can anyone tell me if its actually worth it? does...
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    PCMCIA Audigy 2 Headphone Performance

    I'm thinking about getting a PCMCIA Audigy 2 ZS for my computer, but I dont have surround sound speakers to use it with, so I will use my headphones. If I do that and enable Creatives headphone mode or whatever it's called, how convincing is it? Can anyone tell me if its actually worth it? does...
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    Office 2007 Vista RC1 Tech Refresh

    Does anyone know were the technical refresh for the Office 2007 Beta 2 can be found that will allow it to be run in Vista RC1 or when it will be released?
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    Vista- Downgrade Possible Later??

    I have a question regarding Vista. I would like to try it out, but later i may need to go back to XP for software compatibility. I was wondering if that's possible. I have a pretty crappy laptop with it installed, but it runs like ***t, but when i tried to reinstall XP on that computer, i could...
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    Wierd Question...

    i just got my friends entire music collection and its organized into folders. eg. in the folder "Music", there are hundreds of different folders of the artists, then in those folders of the albums, then the actual song. its the way itunes organizes the music, as you know. well i would like to...
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    15" vs. 17" MBP

    I am going to be buying a Macbook Pro for school and installing XP on it for the apps i need. but i am torn between a 15" or the 17". i know the different specs of each and after the developer discount i get the 17" is only $200 more, but im concerend that it'll be too big. can anyone offer some...
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    Vista C++ Compiler

    I am looking for a Vista-compatible C++ compiler. Does anyone know of one? I use Dev C++ in XP, but it doesnt work under vista, which sucks. Thanks
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    THX Speaker System

    I am buying a new 7.1 THX A/V receiver and I'm looking for a 7.1 system to go with it. Do I need a THX Certified speaker system for THX sound? And if I do, can anyone tell me where to get one? Right now I'm looking at the Onkyo HT530 7.1 speaker system. It doesnt say its THX certified, but will...
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    Cheapest 7800GTX Notebook

    As you may know, I am in the market for a new notebook. I have decided however that if I am going back to the Windows world, I want the best mobil GPU available, so I am going with the Go 7800 GTX. Does anyone know the cheapest notebook with that GPU i could get? I'm looking for 1GB RAM, an 80GB...
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    HDTV Antenna

    I am in the market for a new HDTV antenna. I currently have a Terk HDTVi Indoor Antenna, but I live in the woods 12 miles from the antenna, so my reception can sometimes be unwatchably bad so I am looking for an amplified outdoor antenna that will give me a more reliable signal. With my current...
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    Looking for a laptop...

    I am looking for a new laptop, but I have no idea what to look for. I currently have a PowerBook, but I need a windows PC for school. I am looking for a reasonably light, small, widescreen laptop that I can do some moderate gaming on. My budget is about $1500. Can anyone recommend any good...
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    Dolby 5.1 Headphones

    I am shopping for a pair of Dolby Headphones due to the fact that my current system sucks, and I dont have the room for a conventional 5.1 setup. I have found 2 different sets that I am considering, but I am having trouble deciding which ones I want. There's the Pioneer SE-DRI800C's for $300 and...
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    Connecting to Windows network using OS X

    I am currently connecting to the internet via a Netgear wireless router as are two other Windows computers. Those two computers are networked together along with a wireless print server. How can I join the network? I can connect to the desktop of one of the computers and the printer,but thats...
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    24 Marathon!!! w00t!!! l33tness to the max!!!!!!

    On Sunday, A&E is having a 24 Season 4 marathon. Thats sweet!! We get to see Season 4 once more before it comes out on DVD
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    Xbox 360 Countdown??

    Anyone seen this site? http://www.origenxbox360.com/ theres a rumor that its an Xbox 360 countdown, and that the picture is constantly changing
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    Looking for an ultraportable

    Could someone help me find a cheap ultra portable <4lbs? She wants it for checking her e-mail and not much more. thanks
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    w00t!!!!

    Yay!!! I just got my 15" PowerBook. It's awesome with 1GB RAM, SuperDrive, 80 GB HDD, 1.5GHz CPU. The backlit keyboard is the best thing ever invented. Dashboard is pretty cool too. I absolutely love it. My only complaint is that the Superdrive is unbelievably loud. But anyone thinking about...
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    what bike says speed and power to you?

    my bicycle has a flat, so I'm going to buy a new one
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    Best nForce 4 754 MB

    I'm shopping for a motherboard for my friend, and I'm wondering what's the best 754, nForce 4 motherobard?
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    Which Xbox 360 are you getting??

    Well????
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    Mac Mini Networking Problem

    For some reason I cant get my Mini to connect to my network. I am trying to connect to my network using DHCP like I did at another location (it worked) but for some reason I cant get it to connect. I tried taking the cable out of the Mini and plugging it into my Windows PC and it worked...
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    *EDIT* Mac vs. PC Flame war

    A few months ago, I convinced my dad to let me buy a Mac Mini. I am under 18, thus I cant buy it myself. After a few months of use, I've decided I want to completely "switch" and sell my Windows PC for a 15" Powerbook. Whereas the Mini was only $600, the Powerbook will be about $2100. My Dad...
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    Lost Recycle Bin

    Somehow my Recycle Bin is no longer on my desktop and searching for it preuces no result. How can I get it back?
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    Preodering the Xbox 360

    I'm going to finally go out and preorder my Xbox 360, but where should I? My local Gamestop is only going to get 9 their first shipment and the y have over 100 preorders. Where would be the best place to preorder and still get one ASAP?
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    DFI Lanparty SLI-DR vs. DFI Lanparty UT SLI-DR

    Whats the difference between the DFI Lanparty SLI-DR and the DFI Lanparty UT SLI-DR?
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    SLI Installation

    I'm going to be building an SLI system and I have a question regarding installation. Should I install both cards before installing Windows, or install 1 card, install Windows and the drivers, then install the second card?
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    Looking for a hard drive...

    I'm looking to upgrade my 80GB IDE HDD to something faster. I'm looking for a 250GB SATA drive, but I have a few questions. First, would 16MB cache make much of a difference over 8MB? and would SATAII be any faster than SATA? Either way, the drive will have NCQ. Any suggestions/drive...