Larrivee013

Hey guys and gals! Since I received my MSI Radeon HD 7770, I restarted playing Hot Pursuit (2010 version). There is the Autolog feature which let's you compare scores with friends, but all of mine are playing on consoles. I was wondering if you wanted to make a small "group" of LinusTechTips friends that play NFSHP online together. If so, you can add me.
My EA/Origin ID is : Larrivee013
We could also use this topic to chat between each together and challenge others to beat our scores.
What do you think?
Thanks
- Keven

Your welcome!
Have a nice day!

Woot!
 
My internet connection is the best. 
 
AT&T DSL- 5.5 down, 0.42 up. Yes.

the Asus is reputed to have really good speeds and range. as for dual band what it means is that the router can use the normal/more crowded 2.4ghz band (microwave is on this and wireless phone and everything else) and the 5.0ghz band which is almost empty so less interference. however, 5.0ghz tends to have shorter range based on my experience even though it's less susceptible to interference. normally in radio bands, the lower, the further you can go/pass through objects. both bands have benefits and its fun to have them both.

Not a PC part, but my ISP's modem (sucks c**cks)
Otherwise, probably my webcam. Who uses those anymore? Their built in everything!

I have no desire to own a pair of overhyped bloated bass headphones created by an individual that is part of a music genre I dislike greatly.

+1 for RevoUninstaller 
you could also use pcdecrapifier. I heard a lot of good stuff about it. Try that if you don't want to completely reinstall.

+1 for RevoUninstaller 
you could also use pcdecrapifier. I heard a lot of good stuff about it. Try that if you don't want to completely reinstall.

This.
 
I've also noticed the 5400rpm HDD, maybe you should do something about that as well.

I'm SLOWLY digging out from under the mess of this new editor.  BRING BACK TEXT TAGS. PRETTY PLZ.
 
Note: It's getting complete, somehow. Post your complaints corrections and additions below. Everything is my opinion, even if it has a graph or flies in the face of something Linus said.
 
First watch this:
 

FAQs:

What's the most important thing I can do to improve my audio experience?
 
 
I have a low impedance headset. People tell me that onboard audio is terrible and a dedicated soundcard will improve my audio experience. How much will it really improve?
 
What is a DAC? How is it different from a soundcard? Which is better?
 
So, do I need a better soundcard or external AMP/DAC or is my onboard good enough?
 
I think I need a better soundcard. What should I look for in a sound card or an external AMP/DAC?
 
What should I look for in a pair of headphones?
 
I was thinking about buying good high impedance headphones in the future. Should I just get the amp/dac or soundcard now that would drive them, and buy the headphones later?
 
Should I get a cheap soundcard with virtual surround like dolby headphone or use a headphone with discrete drivers?
 
But I want a surround sound headset! What are the advantages of a good pair of headphones with a cheap mic?
 
OK, fine, but can't you just tell me what to get already and be done with it?  This is all very confusing!
FEATURES:

Headphones:
 
Surround Sound:
 
Speakers:
 
AMPS:
 
DACs:
 
Sources:
 
Microphones
 
Charts
 
Links to headphone and Amp reviews on LTT forums (Please check for broken links and report!):
 

A Lepai amp is what t0wer and I recommend for passive stereo - $20 and you're set.

Again, for those who aren't tech savvy, it's not a bad option. I'm aware that you can make your own recovery discs, but most people who buy from big box stores, as much as this may surprise some people, aren't and can't figure it out. So yeah, for THOSE people, it's not a bad option. Not everyone is a computer guru, despite popular opinion.
 
You have to stop and realize that there's still a decent chunk of the population that can't figure out how to install Office :-\ just because we don't need these services doesn't mean they're completely unnecessary.

As you know, as consumer seek for the lowest price possible out of a computer. advertisement, which we call bloatware, is installed on the system to help subsidize the system a bit. Big box retail store, offer an expensive service which promises that they'll remove the bloatware for you, and "help you get started", they also install an anti-virus, instead of using the trial version that comes with the laptop. They call it "Optimize".
 
Usually the replaces anti-virus is a paying Anti-virus that they put, like Norton, which they make a deal to get it for cheap, in the hope that next year, you buy it full price for a license renewal.
 
As for "help you get started", they simply ask you a user name and password, which they'll enter for you when you first start the system and get the Windows startup wizard. That is all.
 
While this sounds all nice and neat. A LOT of store (this is store specific), simply deletes shortcuts on the Start Menu/Screen and desktop of the junk, and not actually remove them. The reason for this, is that they except more laptop and desktops that they can handle... and they don't want to hire more near minimum wage workers, as it cost on their profits. For the best service, is to go on the big stores that don't work, where you'll be one of the few clients, and where you'll get the proper service.
 
Also, you'll notice in some big stores that they have some computers that are "pre-optimized"., Where they apply their service on the system, using a generic user name, like "Customer", no password account. And jack up the price. As the seal of never been open is broken, as they serviced it to optimize it, it's also a good way, to put back on the shelf, marked as new, returned systems (they just delete the account, and remake a new one). At least where I worked, one of my early summer jobs, years ago, they used to do this. Not sure if they got busted or not.
 
http://consumerist.com/2010/01/04/consumerist-investigation-best-buy-optimization-is-a-big-stupid-annoying-waste-of-money/
http://consumerist.com/2011/06/29/if-you-dont-want-an-optimized-computer-best-buy-wont-sell-you-any-computers/
http://consumerist.com/2012/05/21/geek-squad-wants-you-to-write-down-your-password-for-its-safekeeping/
http://consumerist.com/2010/02/14/michael-just-fired-this-eecb/
 
 
The only good deal, is Microsoft Signature, which is FREE, offered by default, already done with OEM approval, on all PCs sold in Microsoft Store online and offline. 
 -> No junk on the system
 -> Windows Security Essential installed (if it's Windows 7, as it's built-in in Win8)
 -> Windows Live Essential (which everyone installs in any case)
 -> 90day support
 -> Skydrive
 
It's an arrangement that Microsoft does with OEM. So the recovery disks, won't have the junk either.

inspiration... Awesome build man! I've been wanting to make a bee style pc for a while now.!

Let's not forget Microsoft Security Essentials which is small and runs quietly alongside your OS. Plus, it's already included in Windows 8!
Download : http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/w...tials-download

World of Goo is an interesting game too. For a couple of bucks, you can have fun all day long! :D

What can i say Linus Is Awesome

To answer the main question, you can refer yourself to Linus with his "As fast as possible" series