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    Database Question

    I want to use information from two tables to create a unique combination of data. Take this example using two tables, Foo and Boo. I want to combine both tables to generate a result set shown at the end. Thanks! I am using SQL Foo: ID | Name | 1 | Joe 2 | Bob Boo cID | Person A |...
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    Purchase XBOX 360 vs PS3

    I have something of a nice home-theater set up, but I really need something for playing HD movies. PS3 Very nice blueray player Some games XBOX360 Lots of games Can only purchase movies off of marketplace Gamewise I think I would be fine with either console since I would just get...
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    Bios Freezing

    Installed a TV tuner card today and when it is in the PC will freeze at the first bios screen. I have a 300W power supply, which I admit I am stretching a bit. If anyone has any tips on the problem I'm all ears. Thanks
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    Creating a Server?

    Hello everyone, I am trying to develop some software for a server that can do the following: navigate a site, handle user IO, and run a simple javascript program. The problem is that I dont have a server (at least for another week), and I would like to develop code for the server and test it...
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    Win a ATI 4550

    Just a sweepstakes Blizzard and ATI/AMD are running for an ATI 4550. http://wow.winwithamd.com/inde...nk=L123065931129648733
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    Sending Controls to a I/O device

    Hello, I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction to do this. I understand basic i/o concepts, but I have very little understanding in terms of how to apply them in a real computer. Im building a small robot that will move forward/backwards and turn left and right and...
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    4 GB SRAM

    I was wondering how much of a difference SRAM would make in comparison to the kinds of ram you can currently buy in market. Of course you would have to pay an arm and a leg for that much SRAM, but Im just curious.
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    Buying a 1080 Screen

    Would this be a worthwhile investment for watching movies & pc/console gaming? Id like to buy something nice, but it's also going to be used. However, seeing as its a 1900x1280 resolution I dont know how well it will work as a monitor (I think Ill just keep my little one... or not) and how...
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    Whats the Big Deal w/ Oblivion?

    So I bought Oblivion recently and gave it a shot. First: I like the big open world I like the pretty graphics I like the amount of things to do BUT I hate the leveling system (counter intuitive and messy) I hate the combat system (compared to a M&B it seems surprisingly unpolished)...
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    Advice for a Sound System?

    Hey all, Im looking at investing in a sound system. Currently Im using the onboard sound on the mobo and a creative inspire t3000 (lol i know...). Anywho does anyone have any advice on: soundcard, sub, speakers. The soundcard/sub/speakers is just for listening to music. Can anyone...
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    Want to Learn How to Build Simple Apps

    Wheres a good place to start? Already know few languages, but I really have yet to learn how to utilize mouse input, how to make a dialog box (not in the command line). My goals are as follows: First create and design a simple dialogue box that displays a response waits then closes...
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    New Build, Tips?

    Here are the specs: CPU: Intel® Core? 2 Quad Processor Q6600 MB: Abit IP35-E Core 2 Duo Socket 775 Motherboard Video: ? Ram: OCZ S.O.E 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 667 (PC2 5400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Retail Case/PSU: ? For the PSU and MOBO I was expecting...
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    Should I get a Q6600?

    I like to game, but my main concern is having something that can handle 3d rendering which the tom's hardware review showed to have a huge performance increase. Currently on my whittle p4 i do everything iso and 2d b/c it just cant handle it. The next question is, how much of a PSU will I need...
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    Looking for New MB for New Build

    Currently looking at building a Q6600 system w/ a DX10 capable card (likely a 8800 GTS). I dont think Im really all that interested in OCing my PC, but more just getting the performance I expect from the other parts. I talked to a guy at frys today and he told me to stay away from ECS MBs...
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    Computer taking longer and longer to boot

    Welp, this first started out when my computer would boot through the BIOS normally, get to the Vista logo and then shut down. This would occur 2-3 times before it finally managed to get past the windows screen and make it all the way. That was a little over a month ago, now it takes my...
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    GUI Programming and Using Files

    Hello all you happy people, As you can guess Im kinda a newbie with programming. Ive learned C, C++ (well currently learning), and Python (as well as programming in Vpython). All that said Im looking for where I should go next. My goal is to have enough of an understanding of various...
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    Help Choosing/Buying Computer and parts

    Ive been reading through the forums for the past week or so trying to get a handle on whats good and whats not for a computer. However, I still am having a lot of difficulty understanding the pros and cons of many things, so ill just list them off. Motherboard- How important is this...