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Keith Davis

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I can answer most any question in this category for the home desktop builder and for most gaming PC builders. This includes what kind of case, cooling products, overclocking, all hardware, software, and safety issues. I can also advise on where the best sources for purchasing hardware on the net.

Bobbert

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I have a vast knowledge of building desktop computers and am willing to share this knowledge with other users if they need help, or just have a few quick questions.

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2009-11-01 INTEL CELERON 1.6-2.2 CAPABILITIES:

You will have to find out what socket type your motherboard is. You just can't put any processor in. It has to be the same socket type. As far as video editing, a P4 or better and plenty of RAM (at least

2009-10-29 Processor or graphic card:

The E4500 shouldn't be a dramatic issue for games, you don't need a quadcore for gaming, and the E6600/6700 isn't going to be a very dramatic difference. Honestly I'd keep the 4500 as is. Regarding the

2009-10-27 Processor or graphic card:

What processor do you have currently? Any of the CPUs selected would be a good option, the E8400 is likely the best value though, although thats based on European/American pricing schemes (if the price

2009-10-27 Processor:

No, there will be no performance issue having a CPU with a higher FSB, the motherboard will automatically adjust the ratio between the CPU FSB and the memory (called a "divider") and things will work fluidly

2009-10-26 Computer works everywhere but where I need it.:

Honestly I'm not seeing any blatant reason for the system to stop working, so either its something fairly subtle in the environment thats being missed, or I'm missing something altogether, as generally

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