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Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-27-12, 10:55 PM
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Update: I am no longer looking for a laptop...

Update:

I am no longer looking for a laptop (or anything).

I bought a used PC with a P4 processor locally for $75. Added memory and stuff from my dead PC and that's getting the job done for...
Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-25-12, 06:33 PM
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Update: Found used home PCs and laptops...

Update:

Found used home PCs and laptops locally on Craigslist for under $125 that will get me by until buying a decent laptop with all the extras. Should have checked CL first. Great deals on eBay...
Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-23-12, 02:43 PM
Replies: 9
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Recommendations like yours are what I'm looking...

Recommendations like yours are what I'm looking for. Only so much searching I can do myself on a library PC at 1 hour per day. But I will and post back with what I'm considering. May be buying in a...
Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-21-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 720
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I can do eBay, CL and classifieds, no problem....

I can do eBay, CL and classifieds, no problem. that Thinkpad looks good. Thanks
Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-21-12, 09:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 720
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I don't know what a netbook is really - and...

I don't know what a netbook is really - and assumed a laptop would do what I needed.

I am considering an alternative. Buy a new socket 939 mobo + OS, and re-use old parts. Problem with this is...
Forum: Laptops/Netbooks/SFF/Smartphones 06-20-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 720
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Need Advice on Buying Cheap Laptop

Need a cheap laptop to get me by until I get more money to get something decent. Looking for advice on how to proceed. Buy new or used? Cheap is under $300 if possible. Need it to do WiFi and...
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By 1Time
Update (after reading more): no anti-glare...

Update (after reading more):

no anti-glare coating
glossy
19" to 24" to view within 2' (not 4' away)
IPS
16:10 (preferably)

Still shopping.
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 02:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By 1Time
1280 x 768, 4 x 3, 21" CRT

1280 x 768, 4 x 3, 21" CRT
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By 1Time
I agree. Calling this reason #5.

I agree. Calling this reason #5.
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 01:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
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Thanks for that link - typical forum discussion...

Thanks for that link - typical forum discussion that wandered through other subjects. I'd rather keep this discussion on point as you have done here.

#1 seems a good reason because LCD displays...
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 12:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By 1Time
No preference. Mostly concerned with the quality...

No preference. Mostly concerned with the quality of the viewing experience - like what I saw with that Emerson model at Walmart. No lights in the room to reflect or affect the screen.
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 12:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By 1Time
Thanks for your reply, which made me think this...

Thanks for your reply, which made me think this morning.

This is in answer the question - what are the reasons 1366 x 768 is now the most popular computer resolution.

Agreed on your #4 -...
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By 1Time
No Walmart limit. Online or local is OK - I've...

No Walmart limit. Online or local is OK - I've bought from many retailers of each.

Thanks for identifying which display is TN - I didn't know. I've read TN is better for graphics or detailed work...
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-16-12, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By 1Time
1366 x 768 is the Most Popular Computer Resolution - and for Good Reasons

1028 x 768 has been the most popular resolution for computer users for some time.

But this changed recently to 1366 x 768 (excluding mobile devices).

Why is this so?

Seems to me the...
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-15-12, 09:09 PM
Replies: 308
Views: 56,070
Posted By 1Time
Instead of a monitor, a few years ago I used a...

Instead of a monitor, a few years ago I used a projector with a screen that measured about 7' diagonal... lol. That was fun. Then switched to CRT monitors. Now shopping for a new 24" to 28" LCD.
Forum: Displays and Imaging Devices 04-15-12, 07:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By 1Time
Help Buying LCD Monitor < $250

Please comment / post link(s) showing suggestions for my new monitor. Thank you!

Upgrading soon from 21" CRT to 24" to 28" LCD, preferrably < $250 out the door.

Only for my use - viewed from...
Forum: Intel CPUs 08-21-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,981
Posted By 1Time
Not knowing your operating system or software...

Not knowing your operating system or software uses, I'd sooner want more than 2 gigs of RAM. You're welcome to post in this thread, but you "may" get better help by posting your own thread.
Forum: General Hardware 08-11-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,845
Posted By 1Time
hafa, operation of iSpy seemed pretty straight...

hafa, operation of iSpy seemed pretty straight forward. Right click, record. Right click, stop recording. I made recordings, but got no playback of what was recorded. Maybe some settings were off or...
Forum: General Hardware 08-11-11, 05:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,845
Posted By 1Time
Could not get the iSpy to record and play audio....

Could not get the iSpy to record and play audio. Didn't try video with the webcam. Searching for a new program now.
Forum: General Hardware 08-11-11, 04:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,845
Posted By 1Time
Smile Shortly after starting this thread, I...

Shortly after starting this thread, I coincidentally installed iSpy v3.1.2 for free from Cnet downloads. It looks quite impressive. I had to enable my on board sound since my sound card doesn't have...
Forum: General Hardware 08-10-11, 09:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,845
Posted By 1Time
Using Webcam for Security

I have a good webcam and a microphone that I never use. But now I want to use my PC for security - specifically to record audio / video any time there is movement or loud sounds, or record 24/7 if...
Forum: nVidia GPUs 02-21-11, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 624
Posted By 1Time
Thanks for saving me the trouble of researching...

Thanks for saving me the trouble of researching these parts. And of course your advice on memory makes sense. I will check out the GTX 450 as well and determine a capable PSU.
Forum: nVidia GPUs 02-21-11, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 624
Posted By 1Time
Thanks, either way looks good - a new GTS 250 for...

Thanks, either way looks good - a new GTS 250 for just over $100 shipped or a used GTX 260.
Forum: nVidia GPUs 02-21-11, 04:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 624
Posted By 1Time
What ~ $100 GeForce for Video Editing?

I'm doing a new build for a friend. What new GeForce video card with at least 1 GB if on board memory for about $100 or less does anyone suggest for video editing?

The rest of the system is...
Forum: Storage 06-12-10, 05:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 341
Posted By 1Time
After reading reviews, I'm pretty much decided on...

After reading reviews, I'm pretty much decided on a pair of Samsung 500GB HD502HJ. Any last minute recommendations before I buy? Thanks
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