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hi guys, i want to know .. what is better custom build or pre-built or like alienware and stuff ?! 2nd what is the best component for building the best-gaming computer (pc) currently .. don't think about the budget just name the best parts .. my budget around $4000 but i'll can manage to...

Is it safe to initialize an external HD without loosing data? I have a 3 TB My Book that is half full, and a download 'hung up' the other day. Now Disk manager says "Unknown, not initialized". If I 'initialize' it, will my data be preserved, and accessible after?