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    Pros and Cons of 1080p For PC

    with black friday coming up and these amazing deals on 42" lcd 1080p i cant pass it up!! i was thinking whether or not it'd be a good idea to use it as my primary monitor for the new pc im getting they run at 1920x1080 resolution...which is the same as 24" LCDs, so it shouldnt be a problem...
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    8800gt

    wait if thats goign to bottleneck it what do i need for 8800gt in SLI im planning on a E6850 3.0ghz, that should be fine right?
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    Preview of my IBuyPower Configuration!

    thats what i was thinking does anyone have any insight into this motherboard issue? the 680i should be fine if i dont overclock right?
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    Preview of my IBuyPower Configuration!

    Thanks a lot. I really like the look of that red case, but i guess it does seem a little small for the type of hardware im running So, is this case a lot better in terms of air capacity? Thermaltake Armor Gaming Case w/25cm Fan Side Panel Windows, 420W Power Supply Black This is...
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    Recommendations need for gaming mouse and keyboard.

    i just recently ordered a g15 keyboard from zipzoomfly for $34.99, it was $64.99 but when i added it to my cart there was another item in there called $30 off + free shipping...and i had no idea where it came from, first time ordering from them too...so obviously i didnt stick around to ask...
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    Preview of my IBuyPower Configuration!

    okay so i will be placing my order for my ibuypower this week before i get criticism and words of advice to build my own box i simply do not have the time for it what do u guys think my fps in games like cod4, crysis, etc. will be? does anyone have any tips or advice for a more effective...
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    Does IBuyPower Discount For Holidays?

    Okay, I know everyone here is biased towards building a custom computer, but let's get past this for the sake of answering an important question I have. Does IBUYPOWER discount for the holidays? I'm hesitant to buy now as opposed to waiting a month and some change for the pre-holiday and...
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    my $1500 custom gaming project

    thanks a lot i have a question for everyone here does ibuypower have holiday sales/discounts do the prices drop a lot after christmas?
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    my $1500 custom gaming project

    how hard is it exactly to do the software and drivers etc? im considering just buying one after the holiday rush to save effort
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    my $1500 custom gaming project

    i appreciate all of the help guys, youve taught me a lot at this point, im definitely sure i want an e6850 processor as for the mobo, im going to need help choosing one tailored/optimized for this type of processor im only going to be running one gpu
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    Laptop Now or wait for Christmas Sales?

    i too think i may take advantage of this years after-christmas sales ive finally come to the sad realization that gaming on a notebook just isnt worth it so im going to sell this xps laptop and save the money until after xmas to get something good
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    Potential of my Dell E521

    hmmm its probably got a weaksauce power supply so im limited as far as graphics cards go
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    Potential of my Dell E521

    So I just picked up a Dell E521 off of CraigsList today for $200. The specs are: AMD Athlon 64 3200+ (2.0gHz) 2GB RAM, 250GB HD, Vista Home Premium Some 256mb Graphics Card My question is...does this computer have potential to be a gaming computer? I read somewhere that this processor...
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    my $1500 custom gaming project

    and that would be a 22"... im relatively flexible for screen size i just want maximum performance out of what i have
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    my $1500 custom gaming project

    i really enjoy having 2 monitors but it looks like im probably better off with just one so i think i'll go with a 24" widescreen would the 8800gt struggle with 1920x1200 resolutions at max settings on current games?
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