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Is there a risk to clicking "OK" dialogue box ?

I checked the Chrome extensions and only have Google Docs. The list of installed programs didn't show anything suspect. Thanks for the tips.
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- Post #3
- Jan 4, 2015
- Forum: Security
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Is there a risk to clicking "OK" dialogue box ?

I was reading a message board using Chrome. Out of nowhere a full browser screen appears. It was the one about Adobe Flash player needing to be updated. It is interesting to note that in fine print at the bottom, the page did say it represents 3rd party software and is not affiliated with...
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- Jan 4, 2015
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Security
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Quality gaming microphones

In my experience, the quality of the mic input circuitry on the sound card is much more important than the mic you are using. Onboard mic inputs are definitely a prime suspect for causing poor mic performance. If you want a good mic setup, your best bet is to either get a decent sound card...
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- Post #27
- Dec 18, 2009
- Forum: PC Games
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Does the canned computer cleaner leave an odor ?

Thanks for the comment. Now that you mention it, it does look very new and shiny inside so I'll bet some type of chemical cleaner may have been used. I'm going back by the shop tomorrow so I'll ask them about it.
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- Post #3
- Nov 23, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Does the canned computer cleaner leave an odor ?

I just bought an old used Dell 400sc box for a friend's kids computer. I noticed that the computer had a very strong "new electronics metallic" type of smell. I know the shop I bought it from blows out the dust before they sell these old units. Any chance this smell is from the cleaner ...
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- Nov 23, 2009
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Computer Building
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Pacific Fighters vs Combat Flight Simulator 2

Aside from graphical quality, what are the main differences between these 2 simulators ? Is one more fun than the other ? Is one easier to fly and learn ? Enjoyable gameplay is what I am after. Opinions appreciated.
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- Apr 9, 2009
- Replies: 8
- Forum: PC Games
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Does a game with 1000 or more hours of gameplay exist????

The X series of space simulation games can easily last that long. It all depends on how you choose to play. The newest X game is X3: Terran Conflict.
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- Post #3
- Mar 18, 2009
- Forum: PC Games
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Which one of this two?

If you are going to play with a small group of family members or close friends, Left 4 Dead is great. It is much harder to enjoy with random people though. In the later case, TF2 would be better.
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- Post #6
- Mar 18, 2009
- Forum: PC Games
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Headset

If you want a quality headset for quite a bit less, try the Sennheiser PC161 model. They are out of stock where I bought mine, but "buy" has them brand new on ebay for $62 shipped.
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- Post #4
- Mar 4, 2009
- Forum: Headsets and Headphones
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Performance difference between similar cards with different memory speeds

I'm looking at Nvidia 7600GS AGP cards for an older computer. Would there be a significant performance difference between these two cards ? 400 Mhz Core 400 Mhz Ramdac 500 Mhz DDR 400 Mhz Core 400 Mhz Ramdac 800 Mhz DDR2 I know sometimes memory configurations are more about...
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- Feb 25, 2009
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Why is Left 4 Dead so popular?

Single player is great for learning the maps, learning how to avoid causing friendly fire, learing to use the items, etc. I wish a lot more people would at least become competent playing alone before jumping into multiplayer. I really enjoy the single player mode myself. I'd say the great...
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- Post #11
- Feb 25, 2009
- Forum: PC Games
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Is my brand new Earthwatts 430w dead?

Zap - Thank you for the clarification on what my $20 ps tester can do. Also, I completely understand what you are saying regarding failure rates. It is just so frustrating to essentially build a system twice (when you don't have the spare time to do it) due to a company selling you a brand...
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- Post #7
- Feb 19, 2009
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Is my brand new Earthwatts 430w dead?

I just suffered through a similar ordeal with an Antec 430 Earthwatts. I was trying to quickly build a budget machine for a friend's cousin (you know the deal !), I was using all new parts and ran into system crashes during windows installation. My short and sweet project suddenly turned...
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- Post #4
- Feb 18, 2009
- Forum: Power Supplies
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L4D

I think it is worth every bit of $50. Many aspects of the game are just incredible. - The different ways things explode or die - The voice acting - The physics - Top notch sound effects - Finely tuned, great looking and sounding weapons - Replayability - Smooth running network code...
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- Post #7
- Feb 11, 2009
- Forum: PC Games
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AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000 with XP SP3

I'm making a budget gaming pc based on an AMD X2 5000 running XP SP3. It seems there is a lot of confusing information out there regarding exactly what extra software needs to be installed with this CPU. I'm going to disable Cool & Quiet if that matters. I'm thinking XP with Service...
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- Feb 10, 2009
- Replies: 1
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking

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