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Tuesday, September 14th
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In This Issue:
Feature Story:
* An Array of Tiny Drives
News Flash:
* Build the Most PC for Your Money
* IDF Fall 2004 Wrap Up and Slideshow
* On the Bench: nVidia's New GeForce 6600 GT
* Microsoft Adds to Its Anti-Open-Source Arsenal
* Intel CTO: New Protocol Needed For Next-Gen 'Net
Discussions:
* How Often Do You Backup Your System?
* New Scam Tactic Hits Online
* Building an Athlon 64 2800+ System
* MX1000: The First Laser-Guided Mouse
* Best Wireless Router
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FEATURE STORY
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An Array of Tiny Drives
Six hard drives in a RAID array: It sounds like it would be
noisy, clunky, and hot. But as JMR's new SATAStor shows, a
RAID array can be compact and quiet.
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NEWS FLASH
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Build the Most PC for Your Money
Build It: What if you could create a PC that hits the sweet
spot of price and performance? We find the best "bang for
the buck" components, and then build a PC out of them. The
result is pretty sweet, indeed.
http://eletters.extremetech.com/zd1/cts?d=80-178-2-2-145394-19675-1
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IDF Fall 2004 Wrap Up and Slideshow
Nick Stam sums up all the important developments and
revelations from this fall's Intel Developer Forum. Also,
check out our slideshow of show-floor exhibits and read
Dave Salvator's update on HD Audio.
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On the Bench: nVidia's New GeForce 6600 GT
Preview: nVidia brings out a mainstream version of the 6800
architecture. Do fewer pipelines and Shader Model 3-support
make for a compelling upgrade? We give you the hard benchmark
numbers so you can decide.
http://eletters.extremetech.com/zd1/cts?d=80-178-2-2-145394-19681-1
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Microsoft Adds to Its Anti-Open-Source Arsenal
As its "Get the Facts" campaign moves into Year 2, Microsoft
is set to roll out more commissioned research reports and
case studies.
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Intel CTO: New Protocol Needed For Next-Gen 'Net
Intel's chief technologist called for an overlay network to
be applied to the Internet infrastructure to allow new
protocols and services to be enabled.
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DISCUSSIONS
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How Often Do You Backup Your System?
Most people don't backup their system regularly, and this is
a dangerous way to operate. Vote in our poll, and then read
some tips in the following discussion.
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New Scam Tactic Hits Online
In the escalating clash between online scammers and security
vendors, the attackers have once again developed new tactics
that give them the upper hand in bypassing filters and
infiltrating corporate networks, experts say. Read the news
article, and then let us know what you think.
http://eletters.extremetech.com/zd1/cts?d=80-178-2-2-145394-19693-1
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Building an Athlon 64 2800+ System
Check out Chris2001's PC recipe, all building around an
Athlon 64. What do you think?
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MX1000: The First Laser-Guided Mouse
Welcome to the next generation of computer mice! Equipped with
a cutting-edge laser-guided tracking sys-tem, Logitech's new
MX1000 Cordless Mouse can track movement accurately on your
cluttered desk, a glossy magazine, or even your soft, plush
couch. Read the article, and then let us know if you need
a "laser-guided" mouse.
http://eletters.extremetech.com/zd1/cts?d=80-178-2-2-145394-19699-1
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Best Wireless Router
What's the best wireless router on the market? And which one
give the most bang for the buck?
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UTILITY DOWNLOAD
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Startup Cop Pro: Control Windows Startup
Controls the programs that launch with Windows; this utility
describes programs, issues alerts, creates permanent blocks,
and more!
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