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RIP dennilfloss

RIP Denis, much enjoyment and smiles provided by this lurker.
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- Post #288
- Jun 12, 2014
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Wife's pressure cooker says not to use on flat top stoves?

if not perfectly flat (and it is larger diameter), the stove heat element can turn itself on/off and thus your cooking time can be unreliable and not a very good experience. Mark
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- Post #6
- Dec 22, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

thanks all. I'll most likely get to the office tomorrow and get some ordering done. I'll update with choices. Mark
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- Post #23
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

also--is there a reason it appears most everyone is recommending (reading different threads) the I5 processor over the I7? is this just a case that more isn't better? Mark
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- Post #19
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

I'll order everything I think from new egg or amazon. No reason, but already have accounts set up. Mark
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- Post #17
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

thanks, so get a smaller capacity SSD? also--any need to get a higher mhz rated monitor? Mark
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- Post #16
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

don't 'need' to spend 2k, unless I 'need' to. I just want him to have a machine he is more than happy with. He hasn't ever had a high end machine. So time to get it done. Mark
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- Post #14
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

yes, that is what I was thinking, but I was browsing just to give myself a reality check of what is out there for supposedly 'higher' end. If I can't build a great desktop for $500-700 less than a great laptop, I wasn't sure building it was the right way to go. Mark
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- Post #11
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

was browsing the alienware desktop vs laptop.. perhaps I'm confused but I see little value in the desktop line there. Better to build yourself. Now the laptops seem decent configured for the price. Mark
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- Post #9
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

for 2100USD you can get a pretty nice alienware laptop. For that money, is this a better way to go? or do I just need to be firm on whether he wants a desktop or laptop? I used to be desktop only, but have given up desktops in place of convenience years ago.
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- Post #6
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

wow, never even thought about it. He hasn't mentioned it as an option, or goal. I'll say no if it adds $500 to the price of the build, but if its a marginal increase and then he could use it someday, then fine. Mark
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- Post #5
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

?? I guess I don't know. Need a monitor as well, I'm thinking a 21 or 24 inch, perhaps a 16x9 ratio? also, no over clocking. Mark
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- Post #3
- Dec 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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new pc for son--help me spec it out

Hello, so my son has had a laptop his whole life (16 now) and has used a console for gaming. He has asked to get a gaming rig now. His laptop is only 2 years old and is sufficient for daily computing / office and such but couldn't really game with it even when new. So…can get him a...
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- Thread
- Dec 8, 2013
- Replies: 23
- Forum: Computer Building
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Haswell rMBP 13" first impressions

I'll offer a different, or perhaps only seemingly different perspective. a month or two ago I ordered an 13 MBA, 8 gig ram, 256 SSD. has the new intel 5000 graphics. I only use the thing so far for mail, web, normal office stuff, but my oh my… this is my first mac device and I'm blown...
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- Post #100
- Nov 3, 2013
- Forum: Apple
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Laser Eye Surgery. Whos done it?

had lasik around 2003 or 4. best thing ever. get evaluated and understand the risks. only long term deal that I'm disappointed in is now I need reading glasses. (I'm 47). had some halo's and ghosting for the first month, but that went away. Before the surgery I had excellent night vision...
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- Post #29
- Oct 29, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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What are you drinking tonight?

along the scotch line, I've enjoyed Balvenie Doublewood often enough; however Friday had some 1978 Glenrothes. My lord, the smoothness and richness was out of this world. I really could not believe that the older higher priced scotches would be 'worth' it. very delicious. Mark
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- Post #1,037
- Oct 27, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Good & Cheap Beer Suggestions?

depends on what you mean? value? experience/cost? pabst/olympia/hamms--really can't beat the price for just drinking a bunch of beers. I prefer imports that average $6-$9 a 6 pack. All good stuff in this range. Lagers/IPA's/ales. Mark
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- Post #35
- Oct 7, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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What are you drinking tonight?

several nice breckles brown ales! not as sweet as a newcastle, but tasty. last week was some good sam adams double agent IPL.
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- Post #945
- Sep 3, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Bang for buck Tequila for Margaritas and shots?

I'm the same way with tequila. Really like the stuff and it seems to agree with me more than other spirits. however I havn't yet found 'value' brands that do not sacrifice in smoothness and flavor, though for mixers most likely fine. I have found I just prefer shots most of the time, so just...
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- Post #25
- Sep 2, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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I miss Amused...

by nature more of a lurker / reader and enjoy the perspective of the more active members. started in general hardware, then stumbled upon OT, the flame wars and wonderfully expressed opinions trapped me in. I'll forget some, but members like Russ, Red, Harvey, Isla, Yeeny, Adul, JohnnyGuru and...
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- Post #167
- Jul 30, 2013
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Do you think the people who work(ed) at Hostess...

Perhaps only for those who don't understand the market demand for their skills. (whether exec or line ) There is no magic. There are no secrets. The market is brutally honest. It sucks sometimes but it is most fair and transparent system developed.
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- Post #125
- Nov 18, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Do you think the people who work(ed) at Hostess...

Wow, the talking points as well as ignorance is strong with many people in this thread. Really folks, it's about supply and demand. If the market thinks wages should go up (exec or line worker) then they will.
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- Post #122
- Nov 18, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Is my AC unit cooling properly?

All things being equal. Ie your house is insulated properly. No. It is not working. Most likely is your a coil is dirty and perhaps froze up. Your system should put out 25-30 degrees cooler than the return air temp, thus keeping the place cool.
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- Post #3
- Jul 5, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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bed bugs!

My understanding is 135 F. For an hour or two. Anything less can produce less than 100 percent kill.
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- Post #19
- Jun 10, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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bed bugs!

The only answer is heat. Hire a pro.
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- Post #15
- Jun 10, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Putting my ancestry into temporal perspective.

OP--- I think I can relate to that sense of connection you mention. And I'm not really talking about 'family'. A few years ago was going through a museum somewhere and came across a display of a mastodon being taken down (well attempting) by a group of Neolithic hunters. One of the...
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- Post #17
- Apr 17, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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If you could bring a loved one back from the dead for 24 hours, would you?

Damn straight I would.
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- Post #13
- Mar 14, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Best dog food brand?

Check out cloudstar, and wag more, bark less. Also blue buffalo has a nice range of products from medium to higher end.
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- Post #129
- Oct 26, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Which TNG episode should i watch?

What is the episode where capt Picard finds himself as another person living the end of his days as the planet dies out. Very melancholy and great show.
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- Post #24
- Oct 16, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Saddest song?

Seasons in the sun---goodbye my friend.
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- Post #19
- Aug 1, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Thieves steal air conditioning units from church, Phoenix

Not just churches but businesses too. I was hit this winter/spring. Did over 100k of damage for about 500 dollars of copper. Worthless thieves. Try to absorb a 25k deductible on that.
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- Post #30
- Jul 14, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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High as hell...

Tooth pain can cause you to ingest things you know are bad for you. But one thing I know, the liver is evil and must be punished.
- meister
- Post #17
- Apr 20, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Which of these do you remember?

Remember it all. How can one lurk so long?
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- Post #30
- Apr 8, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Have you ever been picked up in a police car?

Totally changed my opinion of the criminal justice system. Definitely not a surplus of the best and the brightest.
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- Post #16
- Dec 9, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Have you ever been picked up in a police car?

Yes. Twice. No fun. One time was the result of fun.
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- Post #8
- Dec 9, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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What are you guys drinking tonight?

Nice boujalais
- meister
- Post #57
- Oct 18, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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"Lost" Series Finale "The End" Sunday 9-11:30pm NO SPOILERS UNTIL AIRED

What was the deal with Clair and aaron? For awhile thought he was going to be a bigger part?
- meister
- Post #879
- Jun 13, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Need new diesel truck

i have a 6.4 2008 powerstroke, no problems at all. My brother has a duramax, no problems at all. both good trucks. get the duramax since you are burnt out on ford for now. both are good engines and trucks. mark
- meister
- Post #15
- Oct 25, 2009
- Forum: The Garage
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How many people that joined 10yrs ago are still posting here?

still lurking away! Mark
- meister
- Post #149
- Oct 11, 2009
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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You are handed a random glass of wine at a gathering of unfamiliar people

I have a few reds that I like ( 15 or so per bottle ). I go up and down on price from there and sometimes I like them more, some less. Good book out recently on double blind tastes and it was proven that if people thought the bottle was expensive, they rated it tastier, same with cheaper =...
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- Post #25
- Jul 26, 2009
- Forum: OT Discussion Club

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