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    AMD Considers Dropping Low-end Discrete Graphics

    I hope that AMD as well as Nvidia "trim the fat" on their respective product lines. Who needs a dozen models these days?
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    AMD Radeon Memory Modules Spotted in Canada, Japan

    Huh? This must be a misprint. 1600mhz @11/11/11? Must be the other way around. Even if it was suppose to be 9/9/9, I would hardly call that "ULTRA PRO" settings/timings.
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    System Builder Marathon, June 2011: Alternative $2000 PC

    I do agree with others here; I feel that an alternative build would constitute several different components rather than just swapping out the case. Yes, the larger size case as well as the 240mm side fan on the HAF X will cool the graphics cards better, but I think I was expecting to see...
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    System Builder Marathon, June 2011: Alternative $2000 PC

    burnley14To each his own, but I liked the classy first case more. This one looks bulky and cheap. And the difference in cooling is nearly negligible. As an owner of the HAF X, it is not cheap. If you don't like the red led fan in the front, you can turn it off with the switch on the front...
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    System Builder Marathon, June 2011: $2000 Performance PC

    I like the Lian Li case here. I certainly feel that there are too many of the 'toy' cases sold that I can't believe appeal to anyone. I purchased a Cooler Master HAF X, which was primarily purchased for its size and price. I also felt that if I was sinking a couple grand into the hardware, it...
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    Newegg Rejects Best Buy's Copyright Infringement Claim

    Most BB employees know that it makes them money to sell you their warranties, but don't know jack about the differences between USB and eSata. Newegg is for individuals who choose to be resourceful as well as intelligent with their scarce financial resources.