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    Is this the best around 30 inch LCD monitor I can get?

    Here's a link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16889107002 I was drooling at the Apple Cinema HD 30" Display at the Apple Store the other day. It does cost a lot unforunately (even with an education discount =P). I think this is a pretty good substitute, at a lot less...
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    Best XML/RSS Reader?

    A magazine I subscribe too switched from RSS feeds to XML. What is the best program to view there feed? Thanks!
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    Best 120mm fan?

    I need some 120mm fan action for my new PC with two 7800GTX's running in SLI. The Antec P180 already will come with two 120mm fans. What are the best four silent good airflow fans I can buy? I'd rather have them all matching. Money is not an object.
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    Where is the cheapest place I can get generic USB cables at?

    NewEgg has $1.99 cables and of course $4.99 shipping. There has to be a place I can save a few bucks. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks!
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    What is the best digital media card reader you can buy?

    I am looking for my new build one of those 10-in-1, 12-in-1 card reader dealies that I can hook up. Who makes the best one?
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    iTunes Import CD Question

    I want to import my CD library into my new iTunes + iPod combination. There are a lot of different ways you can set the file types, and other bits per second settings. Besides naturally I want it at 320 kbps (stereo), what should I fine tune so I can import at the highest quality? Thank you!
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    AMD X2 Gaming Build.

    OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows XP Professional With Service Pack 2 - OEM http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16837102153 CASE: Thermaltake Tsunami VA3400SWA Silver Aluminum ATX Mid Tower Computer Case 400W Power Supply - Retail...
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    What are the absolute best games you can get on the market right now?

    I have a tenative list of what apparently is good: - Age of Empires 3 - Civilization 4 - Battlefield 2 - Half-Life 2 Counterstrike - F.E.A.R. - Doom 3 - World of Warcraft Anything else missing here?
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    Offshoring statistics.

    If the U.S. offshored every job that could be offshored to India or China, right now today, the unemployment rate would double from around 5% to 10%. I read that in an old BusinessWeek talking about the emergence of China and India as a consumer economy. Frankly, I am not afraid of this --...
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    Putting together a gaming rig.

    Hi there. I've done a lot of research on this project... I want to build a great performing gaming PC of my own. Some concerns/questions of mine before the list of stuff: - I am unsure what motherboard is the absolute best and most reliable - I want to have the option to run two 7800GTX...
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    Wal-Mart News!

    http://businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D8DEJRA81.htm
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    Case LED not working. Please help, very urgent!

    Ok, I have a functioning PC with everything working -- except the blue Case LEDs don't light up in the front. There's a wire inside that comes out of inside the front door panel that goes into the case. I removed the FDD 3.5" and HDD storage areas to see where this wire came out. Near the...
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    Warranty Question for OEM Hardware

    Ok. I'm building a PC for my friend. The Seagate Hard Drive, Intel CPU, CD/DVD Drives, motherboard, and graphics card all have seperate warranties. Here's my question: Let's say a Seagate HD breaks down, or a CPU goes bad during the warranty period. Do I myself, have to send in for the new...
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    Looking for a case to fit my new Gaming CPU.

    I'm building a new high octane gaming rig, either Intel or AMD. I am looking for a big case, that'll keep my PC quiet, and not emit lots of noise. Are my two best choices Thermaltake and Lian-Li?
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    Building a new Gaming PC. AMD or new Intel CPUs?

    Hrm. Intel just released 64-bit chips and AMD has been known as the gaming king for as long as I can remember. Has Intel caught up at all, is heat still _that_ big of a problem with the Intel CPUs, and which route do you think I should go? I don't like the fact there is no DDR2 support for...
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    Chart of Dual G5 CPUs verse AMD and Intel on Photoshop?

    Where can I find a good chart of the dual Power Mac G5s facing off verse similarly equipped AMD and Intel systems? I'm interested to see how fast my Dual 2 GHz P. Mac does verse an AMD system in particular. Thank you.
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    Norton Systemworks 2005 Premier

    I already know Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2005 is by far the best AV/FW solution for the PC. It's protecting me as I type this. However, I came across a deal to get Norton Systemworks 2005 Premier Edition for free after rebates. I know Norton Antivirus, and McAfee blow period, but...
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    This cooler good?

    http://www.newegg.com/app/View...tion=35-106-048&depa=0 Looking to upgrade from my stock Intel Heatsink for my 3.2 Prescott P4.
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    Broke Intel Stock Heatsink, want to replace with this

    http://www.newegg.com/app/View...tion=35-106-048&depa=0 I accidentally broke the plastic pieces off the four pillars of my Intel LGA775 stock fan when I was building the PC yesterday. Does anyone have experience with this ThermalTake model? From what I understand just from the reviews on the...
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    New LGA775 Cooler. Does anyone have this?

    http://www.newegg.com/app/View...tion=35-106-048&depa=0 I accidentally broke the plastic pieces off the four pillars of my Intel LGA775 stock fan when I was building the PC yesterday. Does anyone have experience with this ThermalTake model? From what I understand just from the reviews on the...
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    Having trouble with memory. No video.

    Quick summary: - 3 weeks ago I ordered a Corsair Select Value Dual Channel Kit (512x2) from NewEgg. One stick worked, the other didn't. I had to send both back. - 2 weeks ago my RMA came back, however the packaging was not sealed and both sticks of memory were flying around in the box. I...
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    Best 478 Boards?

    I'm getting a new motherboard and adding some new hardware to a PC. What are the best 478 Motherboards in general? Usually I just assume Asus, AOpen, Soyo, etc. are just all generally good. Is there a particular 'winner' though? Appreciate any help, thank you.
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    Shopping for a video card -- I would prefer to find one where I can flash the BIOS.

    Ok, here's a summary of my situation: - Our original MicronPC lost its motherboard ability to function because the PSU blew out 3 months ago (would be 4 years old this Christmas) - I did my first build then. My dad after dropping $3200 on a MicronPC wanted a cheap fix so I delivered it. I...
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    Computer Hardware Made in the USA

    I'm an American and I am just curious if there are any particular companies that still happen to manufacture any computer hardware or peripherals in the United States. I wouldn't mind supporting the American worker if at all possible. If anyone has any insight or list of companies that...
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    Need help in picking a case.

    I need a case that can hold an Antec Tornado fan. I'm a newb when it comes to cases -- so any help is appreciated. The dimension of the fan is 80x80x38 mm. It's definitely a great piece of equipment with 5700 RPM's and an air flow of 84.1 CFM. Once again, any help is greatly appreciated :)
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    When will the Athlon FX 939 chips be under $400?

    I am going to be building a gaming PC for myself soon, and was wondering if anyone knows when the FX Athlon 64 chips will be dropping in price on the 939 socket. The 3.2 ghz P4's just simply don't cut it compared to them, and currently the FX CPU's are really expensive. Also, when will a...