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    Would like to move to a SSD: Looking for Recommendations

    Samsung EVO 840 250gb is $251 on amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-EVO-Series-2-5-Inch-MZ-7TE500BW/dp/B00E3W19MO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1395773390&sr=8-2&keywords=samsung+evo I'm not sure what size to get either. Should I just have OS on the SSD and major programs? Or also...
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    How can I learn the basics of video editing? Where to start?

    Personally I like PowerDirector10 because it seemed the easiest for me to use but also does everything I want it to do. All of the big programs have 30 day full version trials, so as long as you have the time, I'd say pick one and play with it while looking at the youtube video tutorials. Then...
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    Looking for a good 24" monitor

    Frys usually has a dell U2412m on display. It's pretty popular ... for a reason IMHO. Check it out. It can be had on sales for $280 from Dell, newegg or amazon and has a 3yr warranty no matter where you get it.
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    Help with choosing monitor. Asus/Viewsonic/HP

    For me, being able to see the monitor is a big consideration. I pretty much want it to be a perfect panel or it will annoy me over time. I second the vote for the U2412m. I just got one and it's really nice. Dell has return policy, will price match and also has 3 yr warranty. Just...
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    Help with choosing monitor. Asus/Viewsonic/HP

    Just a thought...how close are you sitting to your monitor? 27" at 1080p seems HUGE. I would be worried about the dot pitch being too big if you are up close. The other worry I have is that on such a big TN panel, your viewing angles for the sides and top/bottom of the screen may be bad. I...
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    Asus PA248Q and Dell U2412M

    Well, got the u2412m. Looks stunning in comparison to the 2311xi - which looks a little drab in comparison. The AG is definitely there, but the text is really crisp just the same. On non-text I don't notice it much at all. Desktop looks great...games seem to look odd in native resolution...
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    Asus PA248Q and Dell U2412M

    Ok, that's great news. It arrives today, so hopefully it will be a keeper.
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    Asus PA248Q and Dell U2412M

    Man this stuff is confusing. I've been over at widescreengamingforums and am still confused. I guess the problem only comes from games that don't natively (ie...no option in the menu for 16:10) support it. What happens then? I keep seeing people talk about starcraft II. Will the 2412m be...
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    Asus PA248Q and Dell U2412M

    NCX, thanks for the reply. I'm not going to use the monitor for movies or console games. Just PC games. Should I still be concerned about the lack of 1:1 pixel mapping for hor+ games? The monitor will stretch a 1080p image correct? I'm fine with letterbox, however, I don't know if that will...
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    Asus PA248Q and Dell U2412M

    Since the U2412M doesn't have 1:1 pixel mapping, how does it do Hor+ for pc games? I don't mind black bars across the top and bottom, but I don't want distortion or loss of image. I'm concerned because the new standard seems to be hor+. Like I said, I don't mind the black bars for games, but...
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    Bought HP 2311xi. Seems nice should I keep?

    Here's my take on the 2311xi if anyone wants a data point. Physically, the screen has a big glossy bezel. Not really my taste, but it looks fine on the desk. The stand is plastic and not heavy but it seems sturdy enough. You can only tilt the screen...no pivot or height. It has HDMI input...
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    Bought HP 2311xi. Seems nice should I keep?

    what is clone mode? Do you mean you extended the desktop across both displays? Right now I have the HP 2311xi and Dell 2209wa right next to each other. The HP looks much more vibrant, colorful and bright. Also, the Dell has a lot of anti-glare visible when looking at text. I never really...
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    Asus VG23AH: The 1st Semi-Glossy IPS Panel?

    Ok, I ordered the u2412m so I can see it in person. I can compare it side-by-side with the hp 2311xi. I still wish I could see the vg23ah though...sounds like the best of both worlds with it's semi-glossy finish.
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    Bought HP 2311xi. Seems nice should I keep?

    Yep, I agree. I have an alienware m14x and it's really glossy. Looks great in a very dark room but has lots of reflections otherwise. I want something in between the heavy AG of my Dell 2209wa and fully glossy. I've been looking at the Asus VG23AH, it's semi-glossy, IPS, and fast response...
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    Asus VG23AH: The 1st Semi-Glossy IPS Panel?

    I won't be using it at MAX brightness anyway...probably nowhere close. This monitor is looking better and better. I haven't seen any reviews mention the lines, and with NCX's experience I don't think they are an issue at all. Now down to VG23AH, PA238q/PA24q (because they come calibrated)...
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