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    $1200 Build

    Thanks a lot for this awesome answer. I want to stick with Windows 7 because it most resembles Windows XP, which my brother has become accustomed to. I mentioned at the start that he has autism and learning new things can be challenging for him, I think the different appearance of Windows 8 may...
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    $1200 Build

    So I've come up with a bit of a revised list. If there's anything in here you guys may think is unneeded, please let me know. I realize that i'm at $1200 before monitor, but I think that may be ok. Intel Core i5 4670 Quad Core 3.4GHZ Processor LGA1150 Haswell 6MB Cache Retail $235.99 ASUS...
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    $1200 Build

    Don't apologize, you are offering free advice and I appreciate it :)
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    $1200 Build

    My brother uses his computer for nothing but basic gaming - not even multiplayer games. His uses will likely not expand into movies or anything that takes up gobs of space - I'm thinking a 250GB SSD would be more than enough for him
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    $1200 Build

    For the sake of this discussion, let's say I'd like this to include the computer, Windows 7, and a monitor for $1200 - shipping extra.
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    $1200 Build

    Which i7 CPU would you suggest, that may be able to stay within the budget? And would the motherboard I've chosen work with the i7 you'd have in mind?
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    $1200 Build

    Currently looking at NCIX but I'll also check Memory Express and probably Tiger Direct and Canada Computers. No FPS in particular - I'd just like it as an option for him. 90% of use will be SimCity. Current monitor will be replaced with machine - I would buy the new monitor along with the...
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    $1200 Build

    Thanks for your response. Are you suggesting the SSD with or instead of the WD Black? For someone who keeps a very tidy computer, with no movies or large file sized content, would 256 GB suffice? Also - what are your thoughts on the 4670 for games other than SimCity? Say he found a recent FPS...
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    $1200 Build

    Hello [H], My brother wants a gaming PC for $1,200.Answer these questions first. 1) What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? etc Entirely gaming 2) What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included? $1,200 CAD including shipping 3) Which country do you live...
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    Do I need a NAS? Not-so-newbie seeking advice

    Thanks for your reply. My plan for fire protection is to promote the WD passport to a photo backup device that I'll update from time to time, and store elsewhere. So would software like Plex have to be installed on the NAS, as well as any accessing devices? Would I need a Panasonic Plex app...
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    Do I need a NAS? Not-so-newbie seeking advice

    Evening [H], Haven't been on Hardforum in some time, nice to see it hasn't changed :) As usual I'm after some advice. I need a better backup system than the WD passport that I currently use. I have a laptop and a PC, both connected wirelessly to my router, and both with a load of pictures...
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    Need a new CPU/Mobo/Video/RAM

    I guess I wasn't detailed enough. I do not have Vista. I will not be overclocking. $1100 does not include shipping but does include every component, including monitor (would like a decent 22"). I can and will build it myself. Unsure what mobo features - I don't know what's new and exciting.
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    Need a new CPU/Mobo/Video/RAM

    Hiya [H], I'm in the market for a new machine, I've been out of it for about 3 years. This machine is going to be running Vista, and will primarily be used for browsing, looking at pictures and burning DVDs. I'd like to get 2 - 3 years of this type of use out of it. I want to give a small...
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    Need A/V Recommendations

    I'm looking at AVG's Internet Security, 2 years for $70. What are your thoughts? We have Norton AV 2006, which sucks, so we're looking for a thorough program that uses few resources.
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    New System, need advice

    I am looking to build a new system using a C2D 6400 and an 8800GTS. The only things I am unsure of are the motherboard and the RAM. I want to be able to add another 8800GTS in the future so SLI is a must, also I don't want to rule out the possibility of overclocking but I don't have the free...
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