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Freeware programs and applications (continuation)

It took me a while to find this: AChat It's an open source Instant Message system for a LAN. It's server-less, doesn't require an Internet connection, or any network setup. When it runs, it detects other AChat users on the LAN. It has the basic messaging features (create channels, send...
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- Post #147
- Jul 8, 2007
- Forum: Windows
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Serious Question: Why are people upgrading to G80?

I bought an XFX 7800GTX when they first came out. It came bundled with a free game pad and an XFX logo T-shirt. The card cost $600. Was it worth it? Hell No! I could have waited 3 months and paid $500 for it. Then I had to watch the 7900GT come out, which about matched the 7800GTX in...
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- Post #24
- Nov 9, 2006
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Problems with Antivir 7 and A64 X2

My setup is similar to yours and I haven't had those problems. I have an X2 4800+, 2GB Corsair TwinX DDR, and an XFX 7800GTX. But I'm running on an Epox 9NPA+Ultra. Maybe it doesn't like your high overclock? Do you like avast? I've been running AntiVir 7 for about a week, and I like it...
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- Post #2
- Feb 4, 2006
- Forum: Windows
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AntiVir 7 questions

Has anyone tried the Premium version? I was using AntiVir 6 for a few months and just upgraded to AntiVir 7 tonight, and I am very impressed. The AntiVir 7 Premium only costs about $24 (1yr) with current exchange rates, which seems competitive. And I *hate* both McAfee and Norton AV. The...
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- Post #10
- Feb 1, 2006
- Forum: Windows
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EPoX "EP-9NPA+Ultra" NVIDIA nForce4 ULTRA Chipset Motherboard

I have the 7800GTX, and it DOES overhang the fist IDE connector. You can only plug into this connector by prying off the top clip of the included round IDE cables (which was fine with me). It should fit easily with a "normal" IDE cable since they are shorter (the rounded ones have a clip that...
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- Post #296
- Sep 26, 2005
- Forum: Motherboards
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EPoX "EP-9NPA+Ultra" NVIDIA nForce4 ULTRA Chipset Motherboard

Thanks SPQQKY. I'm going to reinstall Windows and see if it solves some of my problems. I'll use the 6.53 drivers along with the 5629 bios. MadMax
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- Post #203
- Aug 28, 2005
- Forum: Motherboards
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EPoX "EP-9NPA+Ultra" NVIDIA nForce4 ULTRA Chipset Motherboard

Possibly. Do you know if you're getting power to your USB ports? Maybe if you have a lighted USB flash drive, you can plug it in just to see if you're getting the +5volts. Double check your BIOS to make sure they are enabled (you probably have already, but you never know...) And check Device...
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- Post #197
- Aug 23, 2005
- Forum: Motherboards
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EPoX "EP-9NPA+Ultra" NVIDIA nForce4 ULTRA Chipset Motherboard

Jawo, I haven't had any trouble with my USB ports, and I just checked my settings. My Device Manager lists these devices under USB Controllers: "Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller", driver version is 5.1.2600.0 by Microsoft "Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller", version...
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- Post #195
- Aug 23, 2005
- Forum: Motherboards
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EPoX "EP-9NPA+Ultra" NVIDIA nForce4 ULTRA Chipset Motherboard

Poll: Which NForce Platform drivers are you using? I paired this board with an X2 CPU and 1GB of OCZ PC3200 Gold, 2-2-2-5 and I have had lots of issues with this board. I'm currently using the 9npa5629 BIOS and the 6.37 platform drivers (came on the bundled CD). At first I tried the...
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- Post #193
- Aug 23, 2005
- Forum: Motherboards
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HELP: X2 3800, 4200 or 4400

I agree with the others, you should probably wait to upgrade until socket M2 comes out next year. Your CPU is pretty fast as it is. But, if you can't wait, then why spend the money on the 3800+? The 3800+ and the 3200+ will have identical single treaded performance. If you want to upgrade...
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- Post #10
- Aug 2, 2005
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Safe to Buy from ZipZoomFly?

I've run into this as well. Just because ZipZoomFly lists the item as "In Stock" does not mean you will receive it! I had an account with them, but had never ordered from them before, until 7/12/05. I checked ZipZoomFly on Tuesday night 7/12 and found the X2 4800+ "In Stock", so I quickly...
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- Post #19
- Jul 28, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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MOTHER OF ALL POLLS- How Much Ram to you have? How fast is your CPU? Are you a Dial Up user? NEW OS Poll Added

Most would probably be embarassed to post this, but here is my fastest computer: 600 MHz Pentium III (Slot-1) 384 MB PC100 SDRAM Cable Modem WinXP-Pro SP2 MadMax
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- Post #164
- Jul 19, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Definatly stuck on a motherboard decision

Does it have to be SLI? If not, try the Asus A8N-E (an NF4 Ultra board). Lots of features, stable, and I've read that they fixed the overclocking issues with this board. Also, there is now a A8N-E Rev 2.0 that has a quieter chipset fan. It sound like everything you would want besides the...
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- Post #3
- Jul 11, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Recommend me *TWO* new PSU's

Check these out: Here is a Zippy 700W P/S with 36A on the 12v rail. 24pin ATX connector and SATA connectors to boot. If you view the photo of the cables, you can count 12 wires per side on the ATX connector: Zippy 700W Here is a 600W version, same specs (+12V, 36A). This one's a...
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- Post #8
- Jul 11, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Antec TruePower2.0-550W (TPII-550) vs. Antec TruePower2.0-550W EPS (TP2-550 EPS12V)

I like the Antec TruePower 2.0 line of power supplies. I want either of the two models above. They seem identical, except for the EPS has 2 fans, and support for the EPS spec. Question is, which one is better? I like the fact that the EPS12V supply has 2 fans. But are there any...
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- Thread
- Jul 6, 2005
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Cases & Cooling

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