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    About time...

    I have been waiting F O R E V E R for a forums refresh thank you much!
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    Help With Photo Taking Technique?

    I have been seeing some photos online where the same person appears multiple times in the same shot. I realize I could post process this but it must be possible to delay the shutter to capture several poses without blurring? Would this require manual flash firing during a long exposure? Thanks
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    Intel Noob Needs Overclocking Help!

    COMPONENTS: Intel E8400 Rev E0 (Stock Cooler), Asus Pk5 Pro (Latest BIOS), G-Skill 800MHZ DDR2 (5,5,5,15), PC Power & Cooling Silencer (750), PowerColor HD 4870, Creative Labs Audigy 2 ZS, Antec Nine Hundred, WD 640GB, and DVD Burner. HISTORY: I am not an Overclocking Noob but I am an Intel...
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    Benq 24" (T241W) Monitor $299.00 from www.newegg.com

    This is my first Hot Deal! http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16824014169 I own one, got it last weekend for $329.00 I am satisfied! SPECS!!! Model T241W Widescreen Yes Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1200 Viewing Angle 160°(H) / 160°(V) Pixel Pitch 0.282mm...
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    Let's play some TF2! (Gaming Community & Server)

    Hey guys, We are trying to drive some traffic to our dedicated TF2 server if you bored and wanna play just stop in and check us out anytime. www.factorofx.com
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    Time to revamp the FOR SALE / FOR TRADE forums???

    I have been a member of the anandtech community since 2001 I know some of you have been around much longer. I am sure many of you would agree that the value and quality of the FOR SALE / FOR TRADE forums have gone seriously down hill. The trolls, the thread crapping, the window shoppers, etc...
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    What ever happen to THIN CRT's???

    http://gizmodo.com/archives/samsung-develops-thin-crt-television-024892.php http://www.geek.com/news/geeknews/2004Jul/gee20040720026074.htm http://news.com.com/Texas+company+demos...n+nanotube+TV/2100-1041_3-5853193.html I really wanted this market to develop...wonder what happened...
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    JOIN THE BOYCOTT FOR BATTLEFIELD 2142!

    I was never a BF fan until BF2...I got hyped up by the hype...bought the game and actually loved it until all the bugs drove me crazy. I patched and I have tweaked till I am blue in the face. I will not buy Battlefield 2142 and I call on all you gamers to wait until Quake Wars and don't give...
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    Help me find a cheap NAS device?

    Can some one point out where I can purchase a cheap NAS device that supports SATA drives? I would like one that supports very large drives. Dual drives for RAID 1 would be awesome but I can settle for a single unit for now. Thanks
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    Using two power supplies?

    How can I use an additional power supply to power my SLI set up? I have one in the case running all my drives and mobo, I would like to use an extra PSU to just power the SLI setup. How do I ground the PSU so it will turn on without being plugged into the MOBO?
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    AMD SOCKET 939 CPU'S!!! THEY ARE FALLING THROUGH THE FLOOR!!!

    http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_attr...=AM2/popup1%5B%5D=80:276/sortby=priceA Excellent time for a second box or an upgrade...
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    Sharing a Wireless Verizon Connection over a LAN

    http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview...atid=32&threadid=1842822&enterthread=y
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    Sharing Verizon Wireless Connection @ Home.

    Before commiting to a contract with Verizon, I wanted to get a few questions answered. I am in the Phoenix market, I have spoken to a rep today...here is what I know: 1.) You don't have to have a wireless phone through them to sign up for wireless interent 2.) Speeds are between 600-800k...
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    X1800XL Installation (Physical)

    Okay strange things... I have had my X1800XL since Friday it has been working great with very high settings in Q4 and CS-S. Then all of the sudden today its been crashing like crazy. I have done ZERO overclocking, I am using the latest drivers 6.1. I started noticing artifacts during some...
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    Abuse letter from COX in Arizona!

    Wow my co-worker just brought in printed email from his ISP that warned him about using a unauthorized copy of Symantec System Works. Turns out Symantec contacted Cox with his IP address and requested that they take some action to stop him from using it. He does not and has not ever used...
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    Rhapsody and other music subscriptions?

    Guys I have been a long time fan/customer of the Rhapsody music service and I was just recently looking at upgrading to the TO GO service. However due to a number of technical issues with their service and lack of customer focus I am ready to find an alternative. See my thread HERE and feel free...
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    Compatibility issue with Asus A8N-SLI Deluxe and ATI Silencer 5 Ver 2

    I just recently ordered a ATI SILENCER 5 Version 2 for my ATI X800XL and had some problems. My main problem being incompatible with my motherboard ( ASUS A8N-SLI Deluxe Socket 939 ). Notice the included picture, if you are unwilling to SHAVE your RAM clips don't buy these items together. I had...
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    www.newegg.com Changing for the better?

    Those of you that have been around awhile remember how exclusive newegg used to be to the tech crowd. Good prices, fast, free, and quality shipping on many items, great customer service, under the radar, and an all around fun shop. Well times are changing and I have noticed my buying habits are...
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    6800GS / 6800GT same cards using different cores?

    I was checking out newegg.com and noticed something odd: GL 2.0 6800GS http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814150118 GL 1.5 6800GS http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814122233 Now you might think that is a fluke but I am seeing it on 6800GT's as...
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    IS the AMD 754 DTR 64BIT?

    I just purchased what was described as an AMD Socket 754 Athlon64 2800+ DTR (Mobile) only to discover when I attempted to load Windows 64 that it is not compatible. Then I noticed that the BIOS reports the chip as a XP-M. Do any of the DTR chips have 64BIT extentions? Is it a Semperon? Help?
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    Home Skateboarding Videos...

    Some of you may remember my very first video I ever edited? http://gallery.mi1stormilst.com/albums/Videos/aaa.wmv --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here is my latest for comparison...
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    Help me find: A cheap NAS enclosue that will support RAID 1?

    I need to find a external enclosure that supports at least 2 ATA drives in RAID 1 with a network interface? Under $100.00 would be SUPER FREAKING GREAT! Thanks
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    XBOX 360 NEWS!

    I can't get over the hype of the new 360, hearing so many good things, however does anyone have insight to the truth? Is it going to support a keyboard and a mouse for gaming?
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    RAID 1 With Partitioned Drives?

    Is it possible to run 2 160GB drives partitioned into 4 parts without causing problems with a RAID1 configuration? 80x80x80x80?
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    Battlefield 2 $49.99 (Free Headset / Free Shipping!)

    Warm: http://www.ebgames.com/ebx/product/255242.asp Free Headset, Free Shipping!!! I got mine....
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    USB 1.0 VS USB 2.0 Cables...Is there really a difference?

    Me and my friend are having quite the argument today regarding this issue and it would seem that there is very little information that we can find on-line. So far every site discussing the technical specifications do not specifically identify any physical differences between a 1.1 vs a 2.0...
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    MSI K8N NEO2 PLATINUM Socket 939 REFURB $70.00

    Retail versions of these units are $128.00, I ordered one and then emailed MSI ... they are sending all the missings parts, IDE, SATA, USB, Cables ETC (-: Been running the unit overclocked for a week...rock solid. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813130468R
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    Need high quality PC Sound! M-Audio? Creative?

    Right now I am using my on-board Neo 2 Platium sound...and boy does it suck. I miss my old SOUNDSTORM...I do game a bit but I typically use my headphones...so I am looking to replace my on board sound with a good quality sound board. I will be hooking up my Logitech Z-5300's and occasionally...
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    Where can I find MSI K8N Neo2 Platinum accessories?

    MSI K8N Neo2 Platinum I am curious I just bought a refurbed one of these...what comes in the box A firewire and USB bracket is what I am mostly interested in...would you sell yours? If not where the heck can I find these items or will a generic one work?
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    Help me find the LITE version of WINDOWS 98SE???

    Sometime ago I recall hearing about a way to install windows 98se on a thumb drive... How is this done?
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    Used Laptops Smoking Deals!

    http://www.laptopspro.com/ ALSO http://www.offleasecomputer.com I have been shopping around for a used lappy in the forums for sometime now...can I say people want to much most of the time? This place sells them at prices better then I see in the forums plus they offer warrantys. I...
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    Question as old as time... ATI video in NVidia Mobo!

    How many folks here are running a newer 939 board with an ATI PCI-E video card? Noticed any problems? Has there been any reviews that show a decrease in performance with an ATI card installed in an NVidia MOBO as opposed to a VIA or SIS?
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    Conquer Your Fears (Public Restrooms)

    I just thought I would share this with my fellow geeks...I hope you find it entertaining: http://mi1stormilst.com/garrett/blogger.php?page=index
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    Looking to scrim with a 5 man cs-source clan tonight on your server...11-24-04!

    Factor of X (CS-SOURCE) We are looking for a 5 man team to scrim with tonight. We are willing to play on your server as we are still building and configuring ours )-: EMAIL: mail [2] garrett@yahoo.com AIM: mi1stormilst
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    Getting rid of Two Wallpaper Images!

    I am sure you guys know the solution to getting rid of the two wallpaper display problem? One shows up during login and then the real one shows up once you get to your Desktop. This is on a WIN2K system I think the user had Active Desktop enabled...which I have disabled. Tried changing the...
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    Doom III = Teh Suck!

    I installed it, configured it, performance is fine, looks okay, sinlge player is ehh...but FarCry seems like a more flexible engine. I am tired of looking at the same 3 colors already. Multiplayer is less fun then QIII and will not hold my interest very long...thanks Carmack for the 5 year wait...
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    Good Quality Noise Canceling Headphones?

    I am torn between getting some high quality sounding headphones and some good quality sounding headphones with noise cancelling. I am willing to spend about $150.00 and not a cent more... QUALITY: http://www.gradolabs.com/frameset_main.htm NOISE CANCELING...
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    Help Recover Files in Documents and Settings.

    My friends north bridge hsf fell off and shorted his gpu and agp port, he got a new mobo, I am unable to boot to windows due to the changes in hardware. How can I recover the files in his Documents and Settings folder? I try to access from my admin account after installing his HD in my box no...
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    IDE vs FIREWIRE vs SATA??? Makes no sense!

    Last night I hooked up an external FIREWIRE drive, I was amazed at how quickly I can pull and drop files on this thing. Honestly it seems faster then my IDE drives, I am guessing that FIREWIRE (even 400) is simply faster in everyway compared to SATA or IDE connections? SATA = 150MBPS IDE =...
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    Anyone remember the Thrustmaster Fragmaster?

    It was about the biggest POS controller ever designed. It was supposed to replace the mouse and keyboard...LOL http://shop.store.yahoo.com/mendelsons/thrusfragjoy.html Can any one say deja vu... http://megagames.com/news/html/hardware/3dshootercontrollerreadyate3.shtml