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    Windows 8.1: Intermittent freezes in Youtube app?

    Problem solved! I went into the advanced submenu for the WLAN driver and changed Wireless mode from Auto to IEEE 802.11b. That somehow did the trick, no more freezing and stuttering! Thanks again for your input guys, now to watch some Youtube videos!
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    Windows 8.1: Intermittent freezes in Youtube app?

    Thanks for your tip about looking for drivers on other manufacturers' web pages. I installed the driver but, unfortunately, the problem persists. I also tried a driver from the ASUS homepage, but there is still no change in the stuttering (currently I am running driver version...
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    Windows 8.1: Intermittent freezes in Youtube app?

    I've just discovered that if I use a LAN cable (Wi-Fi off / flight mode on) the stuttering completely disappears. Maybe the WLAN driver is interacting with some other driver or component in the system? As mentioned, the stuttering often disappears when the video has completely loaded (using...
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    Windows 8.1: Intermittent freezes in Youtube app?

    Hey all, I recently bought a Lenovo G50-30 laptop with Windows 8.1. Problem: When I try to play Youtube videos in the "Youtube for Windows 8" app, the entire computer freezes in short bursts, including the sound and mouse pointer! Please look at this video to see what I mean...
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    Larger WLAN antenna not boosting signal - why?

    Thanks for all the feedback guys, it will take some time to read and comprehend it all! My conclusion so far is of course that this wasn't as easy as i had hoped. I will try to adjust the orientation of the antenna a bit, but I don't think I'll be making any more purchases until I have an...
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    Larger WLAN antenna not boosting signal - why?

    The Wi-Fi signal in the floor above and below are rather weak and sometimes lead to disconnects. I hoped that getting a larger antenna would solve the problem. I don't have the opportunity to check the status on the other wireless networks right now, but I don't think interference from them...
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    Larger WLAN antenna not boosting signal - why?

    Hey all, I bought a larger WLAN antenna for my router but the signal is not improved. I'd appreciate an explanation, or even better suggestions on how to improve the signal. I have a Zyxel P-2812HNU-F3 wireless router which looks like this...
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    Swiftech CPU block compatible with socket FM2 / AM3+?

    Hey all, I currently have watercooling with a Swiftech CPU block (sorry I don't know the model, it just says Swiftech on top) cooling my q9400 on my socket 775 motherboard. I also have a socket 1156 backplate for this CPU block. If I should choose to go AMD for a CPU upgrade, will I have to...
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    WTB: X3 - Terran Conflict

    Another bump
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    Is this a decent 2500k/MB/RAM bundle?

    Hey all, I am thinking of buying this bundle: •Intel® Core™ i5-2500K Processor, Socket-LGA1155, Quad Core, 3.3Ghz, 6MB, 95W, Boxed w/fan •ASUS P8Z68-V PRO, Socket-1155, ATX, Z68, DDR3, 3xPCIe(2.0)x16, CFX&SLI, SATA 6Gb/s,USB3.0,FW, VGA,DVI,HDMI, EFI •Kingston DDR3 HyperX 1600MHz 8GB, Kit...
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    WTB: X3 - Terran Conflict

    Bumping
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    WTB: X3 - Terran Conflict

    Bumping
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    WTB: X3 - Terran Conflict

    Bumping
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    WTB: X3 - Terran Conflict

    Anyone got a copy they wish to sell? You don't need to send me the physical copy as I already own one. All I need is a CD key that has not been registered on Steam. Can pay via PayPal. Thanks!
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    $100 for physix video card.

    Is an extra physx card really useful in any games nowadays?
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