GAMING????????????????????????????????????????

Q. I WAS GOING TO BUY ALIENWARE M15X.I HAVE READ IT HAS MANY PROBLEMS.SO I HAVE CAME WITH ALIENWAREM14X.CAN I BE ABLE TO PLAY GTA 4,CRYSIS AND UPCOMING NEW GAMES ON IT AT HIGH SETTINGS.I HAVE CHOSEN THIS CONFIGURATION

U560503IN9-Dell? Alienware M14x 87,044.00 87,044.00
Stealth Black with Soft Touch Finish Base - for Retail 1
Intel® Core? i7-2630QM processor 2.00 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 up to 2.90 GHz 1
14" (35.6cm) WLED HD+ (900p) display (1600X900) 1
Stealth Black with Soft Touch Finish 1
System Documentation (English) 1
Stealth Black with Soft Touch Finish (Info Mod) 1
Alienware Generic Nameplate 1
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 Label 1
1.5GB DDR3 NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 555M using NVIDIA Optimus? technology (Info Mod) 1
System Resource Media 1
System Drivers 1
Internal High-Definition 5.1 Performance Audio with WavesMAXX Audio 1
Directship Info Mod 1
Retail Registration 1
2.0 Megapixel HD Video and Picture Camera with dual digital microphones 1
Integrated 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet NIC 1
2.1 Speaker configuration with Subwoofer Powered by Klipsch 1
Shipment Box 1
4GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM (2 x 2GB) 1
500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive 1
Slot Load 8X DVD+/-RW Drive with DVD+R double layer write capability 1
Roxio Creator Starter 1
Roxio Creator Starter - Media Kit 1
150W Primary AC Adapter 1
Power Cord (India) 1
8-cell Primary Battery 1
1.5GB DDR3 NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 555M using NVIDIA Optimus? technology (Stealth Black) 1
Internal High-Definition 5.1 Performance Audio with SoundBlaster X-Fi Audio 1
Internal High-Definition 5.1 Performance Audio with SoundBlaster X-Fi Audio 1
Intel® Ultimate N WiFi Link 6205 a/g/n 2x2 MIMO Technology 1
Dell Wireless 375 Bluetooth Internal mini-card 1
AlienFX® Illuminated Keyboard (English) 1
Microsoft Patch for WIN7 1
Genuine Windows(R) 7 Home Premium 64bit (English) 1
Windows(R) 7 Home Premium COA Label(ANW) 1
Genuine Windows(R) 7 Home Premium 64bit DVD Media (ANW) 1
Microsoft(R) office 2010 OEM Installation 1
Adobe Reader X 1
Alienware Command Center Software 1
DataSafe Local Basic 1
EVE Online game (Trial) 1
STEAM Gaming Portal Software 1
WinRE software 1
Dell Webcam Central Software 1
Dell Webcam Central Media Kit 1
Avatar - Alienhead 3D 1
AlienFX AQUA 1
Wallpaper - Alienhead 3D 1
Automatic Updates On 1
McAfee(R) Security Center promo - 15 Months Version 1
McAfee(R) Security Center Media Kit

SHOULD I DO SOME CHANGE IN IT.WAT DOES AVATAR MEAN.

A. 1. Dont get a laptop for gaming. When you get tired of having a laptop for gaming and the urge to actually learn something about computers (and not be an alienware dweeb), a laptop is a total fail. upgrades are a pain and way expensive.

2. Dont get an alienware. They are total rip-offs. for desktops at least. they sell nice laptops. Get a pro tech to build you a nice desktop you can game one at highest settings. a nice $1000 desktop built right can handle any game you throw at it. if you want to future proof it, make sure you get a motherboard that supports SLI (nVidia) or Crossfire (ATI/AMD).

3. Dont get McAfee. its shit a PoS virus protection. I have tried (really, i really tested anti-virus programs to protect myself) many many anti-virus programs. from BitDefender to Norton to McAfee to Avast (and many more). the best one habds down is Sunbelt Vipre Anti-Virus. its kicks so much booty.

4. Make sure you get windows 7 ultimate 64-bit.

5. the processor in that is ok, but the whole "Turbo Boost" is for noobs. its more like crappy overclocking. i dont trust it.

I can keep going and going. but i am just saying. stop drooling over alienware. (in the computer tech forums, its for serious noobs and posers haha)

get a tech to build you a nice system and ask him if you can watch him (or her, youd be surprised, women have something to prove!), build it and give an explanation of what you are doing. I do this to my younger bros.

just dont touch the alienware unless you want a seriously mean laptop. but if you want to do some real gaming, and really be a hardcore gamer (we dont just play games), get a desktop.

EDIT: you can thumbs me down all you want, but what i say is true.

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Christmas List 2010? iPhone 5 or Gaming computer?

Q. I'm 13 i am extremely tech savvy.

should i ask for an iPhone 5 (assuming it will come out in July, in which case I will ask for an iPhone gift card)

OR

should I ask for parts to build myself a Gaming PC? ( i am experienced, and have built several other less powerful PC's on my own)


I don't have a phone now because my parents only allowed me to get a phone once I turned 13 and my B-day was in mid-october but I haven't got a phone because i don't want to get committed to a new 2-yr contract until i get a phone i actually want.

I play very demanding games and am a HUGE fan of the Crysis series. i want this computer to be prepared for Crysis 2. I currently play these games on my Macbook Pro (its a 2010 Core i7 model) but it STILL cannot run those games as well as I want them to.


heres the specs of my ideal computer:

Antec 1200 full tower case
Asus X58 compatible motherboard (i'm not too picky)
Intel Core i7-920 (I will definitely overclock)
6GB DDR3 1333Mhz RAM
2x ATI 6850 CrossfireX (i will overclock these too)
Xi-Fi sound card (i have a very nice speaker system in my room)
1TB HDD
80GB SSD
Razer Black Widow Ultimate Gaming Keyboard
Razer Mamba Gaming mouse
900W Power supply


Its one or the other.

which should i chose??? i've been trying to decide for 2 months now.

thanks
yes.... the iPhone is quite obviously "like a computer" but i will definitely not be able to play Crysis at full settings on an iPhone.

some people need to learn more about computers...... geez!......

A. Phone is just a phone, it can make you a company when you are bored but computer is just whole world - not a small box with screen. I love computer gaming and don't care about phones too much - I have simple touchscreen for $100 and I am happy.
Gaming computer - very nice config you have got there.
Few notes - i7 920 is not produced any more, in fact even i7 930 is disappearing. They are both replaced with i7 950 - for the same price around $300.
ATI 6850 is great, if you could pull another $100 and get 6870 you'd not regret.
Motherboards - ASUS Sabertooth is good, EVGA is good too.
SSD - Crucial C300 is one of the fastest and not expensive, supports SATA-III

If you want some advice and a selection of the greatest gaming computers - look below for the link - low priced and with great quality. Free overclock too, just pick a better cooler and watch that i7 950 fly to 4.0GHz easy!
Good luck, happy holidays! Wish you to get both items above at once :-)

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what is the electronic music played in between the contestants of Miss America 2010, during the talent part.?

Q. During the 2010 miss america contest, they played a few brief seconds of electronic/techno music ( kind of reminds of the music on Eufloria, an awesome computer game ). During the talent competition ( right about halfway through the program ) in between each contestant, they played this totally awesome music. I want to know what it is.

A. Such Great Heights by The Postal Service

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how can I develop a computer game?

Q. I have a computer game in my mind but do not know how to make it a reality.I have everything plan of the game.

A. C# is a easy to learn language. Download Visual C# express 2010(free of cost!) -> then learn that language
Finally download Microsoft XNA Game Studio(free of cost) and start developing games!(for Windows)
________________________________________________________________

You should know, the platform, like you want to develop games for like you want to develop games for Play Stations or Microsoft X-Box or for iPod, Internet or Windows or Android or Nokia, Mac, Windows Phone, rather a very long list
I'm a Windows Programmer, so I can tell you only about Microsoft or its product
Microsoft supports itself, so its better if you develop for Microsoft

_________________________________________________________________
Also dont want to discourage you, but tell you the truth, Complex programs are developed of hundreds of ""**Super-Brilliant**"" people working together, It involves the work of 3-D Graphics Developers, programmers, data analyst, etc Games like GTA cannot be developed by me or you alone
So I give you an idea,
Develop your idea for game more such that its 3-d, enjoying, can be played by all ages, etc and then suggest to a Big Company
OR if you are good enough at math(programming) and you're hard-working, start your own company and I know you'll "play" in millions. Good Luck!

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How do i learn and become a computer / video game programmer?

Q. I am a junior in high school and love video games. I am very precise and work well alone. For all these reasons i am interested in possibly pursuing a career in computer / video game programming. But first i need to learn how? I would love any suggestions on maybe a good online class i can take to get me started. Then ideas on how to make it my career. What would be the best way to get a job as a programmer? and how?

A. For one, I recommend AGAINST Eli's advice. You will not learn game programming by using the "Easy Routes". If you want to be able to make memory efficient, fast, satisfying games you should look into other methods. (If you ever want to be anything but a hobbyist programmer you HAVE to learn actual programming. Good luck getting a job if your resume only includes "Unity3D" ;D)

My Recommendation:
1: Learn a programming language (C and/or C++)
2: Learn the Windows API (Mainly for tools creation, but minimally for game programming)
3: Learn a Graphics API (DirectX and/or OpenGL)
4: Make EASY games until you are comfortable with the languages/APIs and how they work together (This will teach you the fundamentals of your programming language and graphics API of choice, how they work together, and teach you game related devices required for larger projects such as handling the game loop. This will also make learning to write proper code easier to learn because the scale of the game will be smaller, and therefore easier to manage)
5: Keep creating programs and/or games that are of your skill level, with a few newly added features. Introduce yourself to new topics slowly. Successfully creating a Pong clone is going to aid you a LOT more than failing to create a successful MMORPG.
6: If you enjoy programming, enroll in a college for Software Engineering/Computer Science. Make sure they have classes for Object Oriented Programming and things like that. If you learned a language already in High School, you will have a head start on college, so either way it will be beneficial to start now.

Also, you must work well as a team as well as alone. If you join a game company you will be working with a team and most likely working on code you did not even initially create. Blizzard didn't create World of Warcraft by paying only one man, you know! If you want to be a one man team you will need to expand your knowledge incredibly. You will need to learn how to create, rig, animate, texture models... how to create sound effects, background music... how to program the game (which seems to be what you are after)... and MUCH more. (Nothing is impossible, but as a one man team you will need to rely on releasing Indie games and hope they do well. If they do, you could be a rich, rich human being! If they don't, you might want to sign up for food stamps!)

Good luck! It's actually a lot of fun aside from chasing bugs and memory leaks, but you will not care when you have a finished project. It's just so satisfying ;D Just never forget, technology is swiftly evolving, and Game Programming is like playing a musical instrument. You are never "Finished learning".

PS-
Look into C++ Primer Plus Fifth Edition. It's a great book to learn C++.
As for IDE's to start developing with? It is completely your decision but I recommend Visual Studio 2010 Express Edition OR Bloodshed Dev-C++. You only need one, and Visual Studio is far superior, but Dev-C++ is sufficient until you get into programming graphics (Learning C++ initially will be Console Window based, and therefore a bare-bones IDE will suffice)

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How much memory does my mac have?

Q. I want to buy hoyle card games 2010 and it says I need at least 3 GB Hard Disk Space. When I look under memory on my computer, it says 1 GB. I do not believe that I only have 1 GB left because I hardly have anything on my computer, is hard disk space something else? Answer quick please.

A. These are 2 different memories you are talking about.
Your RAM which stands for Random Access Memory is different from your HDD which is how much memory in Gb you have for storing things. Your computer has 1 Gb of RAM, but you definitely have room on your HDD for 3 Gb. If you ever got dangerously low, your Mac would tell you.

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How much memory does my mac have?

Q. I want to buy hoyle card games 2010 and it says I need at least 3 GB Hard Disk Space. When I look under memory on my computer, it says 1 GB. I do not believe that I only have 1 GB left because I hardly have anything on my computer, is hard disk space something else? Answer quick please.

A. These are 2 different memories you are talking about.
Your RAM which stands for Random Access Memory is different from your HDD which is how much memory in Gb you have for storing things. Your computer has 1 Gb of RAM, but you definitely have room on your HDD for 3 Gb. If you ever got dangerously low, your Mac would tell you.

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How do you add another base game to the Sims 3 launcher?

Q. I downloaded my Sims 3 game in 2010, and now I'm trying to download The Sims 3 World Adventures to the launcher but it won't let me. Whenever I put the disk in the computer nothing pops up!

A. Uhm, well, the first thing you need to check is, does the game work. If you can't play the sims 3, then simply reinstall it. If you can, then it is a matter of checking your computer settings. Is autoplay activated? Do you have the memory? Do you have the graphics? Ect, ect.

If you place the disk in the drive and check 'My Computer' is should be there, nothing has to come up automatically. If it doesn't show in my computer, then it is a fault with the disk or the drive (try cleaning it before you attempt to take it back).

The Sims 3: World Adventures isn't another base game, it is an expansion pack, therefore there really should be no issues as to installing it, other than the ones I have already stated.

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what program is used in most PCs to open internet explorer and computer games?

Q. Just today i was trying to open up a game on my computer when it asked me what i should use to open these types of files, without thinking i stupidly chose microsoft windows media center and now i cant open files and software such as: internet explorer and all other browsers, computer games and even programs like quicktime player and iTunes, please tell me what the default program to open these on a PC is. thank you!

A. There is no default program for .exe files as such.

For windows 7
download and install by double clicking on it.
or right click on it and select merge.
Fix .exe : http://download.bleepingcomputer.com/reg/antivirus-vista-2010/FixExe.reg

or

try to Fix it yourself

Broken EXE Association
instructions on how to repair :

XP > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/file_assoc.htm

Vista > http://www.winhelponline.com/articles/105/1/File-association-fixes-for-Windows-Vista.html

Win 7 > http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/file-asso-fixes-for-windows-7/

read the notes at the top of the page for XP regardless of your system.

bear in mind it might just be the .LNK file association you have messed up.
so you might have to use that fix.
also bear in mind after applying the fix,
you will probably have to make all new shortcuts for your programs.


.

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what is the electronic music played in between the contestants of Miss America 2010, during the talent part.?

Q. During the 2010 miss america contest, they played a few brief seconds of electronic/techno music ( kind of reminds of the music on Eufloria, an awesome computer game ). During the talent competition ( right about halfway through the program ) in between each contestant, they played this totally awesome music. I want to know what it is.

A. Such Great Heights by The Postal Service

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what program is used in most PCs to open internet explorer and computer games?

Q. Just today i was trying to open up a game on my computer when it asked me what i should use to open these types of files, without thinking i stupidly chose microsoft windows media center and now i cant open files and software such as: internet explorer and all other browsers, computer games and even programs like quicktime player and iTunes, please tell me what the default program to open these on a PC is. thank you!

A. There is no default program for .exe files as such.

For windows 7
download and install by double clicking on it.
or right click on it and select merge.
Fix .exe : http://download.bleepingcomputer.com/reg/antivirus-vista-2010/FixExe.reg

or

try to Fix it yourself

Broken EXE Association
instructions on how to repair :

XP > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/file_assoc.htm

Vista > http://www.winhelponline.com/articles/105/1/File-association-fixes-for-Windows-Vista.html

Win 7 > http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/file-asso-fixes-for-windows-7/

read the notes at the top of the page for XP regardless of your system.

bear in mind it might just be the .LNK file association you have messed up.
so you might have to use that fix.
also bear in mind after applying the fix,
you will probably have to make all new shortcuts for your programs.


.

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what is the electronic music played in between the contestants of Miss America 2010, during the talent part.?

Q. During the 2010 miss america contest, they played a few brief seconds of electronic/techno music ( kind of reminds of the music on Eufloria, an awesome computer game ). During the talent competition ( right about halfway through the program ) in between each contestant, they played this totally awesome music. I want to know what it is.

A. Such Great Heights by The Postal Service

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What is a great computer game that includes strategy and sci-fi that isn't complicated and/or expensive?

Q. I'm looking for a great computer game that is simple, fun, and not very expensive.

A. Try

Sins of a solar empire

Star wars empire at war

Star trek armada

Star trek armada 2

Starcraft

Starcraft 2 (comming out in 2010)

I would look gameplay videos online to see these games first then buy to see if you like them.

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what program is used in most PCs to open internet explorer and computer games?

Q. Just today i was trying to open up a game on my computer when it asked me what i should use to open these types of files, without thinking i stupidly chose microsoft windows media center and now i cant open files and software such as: internet explorer and all other browsers, computer games and even programs like quicktime player and iTunes, please tell me what the default program to open these on a PC is. thank you!

A. There is no default program for .exe files as such.

For windows 7
download and install by double clicking on it.
or right click on it and select merge.
Fix .exe : http://download.bleepingcomputer.com/reg/antivirus-vista-2010/FixExe.reg

or

try to Fix it yourself

Broken EXE Association
instructions on how to repair :

XP > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/file_assoc.htm

Vista > http://www.winhelponline.com/articles/105/1/File-association-fixes-for-Windows-Vista.html

Win 7 > http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/file-asso-fixes-for-windows-7/

read the notes at the top of the page for XP regardless of your system.

bear in mind it might just be the .LNK file association you have messed up.
so you might have to use that fix.
also bear in mind after applying the fix,
you will probably have to make all new shortcuts for your programs.


.

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how can I develop a computer game?

Q. I have a computer game in my mind but do not know how to make it a reality.I have everything plan of the game.

A. C# is a easy to learn language. Download Visual C# express 2010(free of cost!) -> then learn that language
Finally download Microsoft XNA Game Studio(free of cost) and start developing games!(for Windows)
________________________________________________________________

You should know, the platform, like you want to develop games for like you want to develop games for Play Stations or Microsoft X-Box or for iPod, Internet or Windows or Android or Nokia, Mac, Windows Phone, rather a very long list
I'm a Windows Programmer, so I can tell you only about Microsoft or its product
Microsoft supports itself, so its better if you develop for Microsoft

_________________________________________________________________
Also dont want to discourage you, but tell you the truth, Complex programs are developed of hundreds of ""**Super-Brilliant**"" people working together, It involves the work of 3-D Graphics Developers, programmers, data analyst, etc Games like GTA cannot be developed by me or you alone
So I give you an idea,
Develop your idea for game more such that its 3-d, enjoying, can be played by all ages, etc and then suggest to a Big Company
OR if you are good enough at math(programming) and you're hard-working, start your own company and I know you'll "play" in millions. Good Luck!

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How do i learn and become a computer / video game programmer?

Q. I am a junior in high school and love video games. I am very precise and work well alone. For all these reasons i am interested in possibly pursuing a career in computer / video game programming. But first i need to learn how? I would love any suggestions on maybe a good online class i can take to get me started. Then ideas on how to make it my career. What would be the best way to get a job as a programmer? and how?

A. For one, I recommend AGAINST Eli's advice. You will not learn game programming by using the "Easy Routes". If you want to be able to make memory efficient, fast, satisfying games you should look into other methods. (If you ever want to be anything but a hobbyist programmer you HAVE to learn actual programming. Good luck getting a job if your resume only includes "Unity3D" ;D)

My Recommendation:
1: Learn a programming language (C and/or C++)
2: Learn the Windows API (Mainly for tools creation, but minimally for game programming)
3: Learn a Graphics API (DirectX and/or OpenGL)
4: Make EASY games until you are comfortable with the languages/APIs and how they work together (This will teach you the fundamentals of your programming language and graphics API of choice, how they work together, and teach you game related devices required for larger projects such as handling the game loop. This will also make learning to write proper code easier to learn because the scale of the game will be smaller, and therefore easier to manage)
5: Keep creating programs and/or games that are of your skill level, with a few newly added features. Introduce yourself to new topics slowly. Successfully creating a Pong clone is going to aid you a LOT more than failing to create a successful MMORPG.
6: If you enjoy programming, enroll in a college for Software Engineering/Computer Science. Make sure they have classes for Object Oriented Programming and things like that. If you learned a language already in High School, you will have a head start on college, so either way it will be beneficial to start now.

Also, you must work well as a team as well as alone. If you join a game company you will be working with a team and most likely working on code you did not even initially create. Blizzard didn't create World of Warcraft by paying only one man, you know! If you want to be a one man team you will need to expand your knowledge incredibly. You will need to learn how to create, rig, animate, texture models... how to create sound effects, background music... how to program the game (which seems to be what you are after)... and MUCH more. (Nothing is impossible, but as a one man team you will need to rely on releasing Indie games and hope they do well. If they do, you could be a rich, rich human being! If they don't, you might want to sign up for food stamps!)

Good luck! It's actually a lot of fun aside from chasing bugs and memory leaks, but you will not care when you have a finished project. It's just so satisfying ;D Just never forget, technology is swiftly evolving, and Game Programming is like playing a musical instrument. You are never "Finished learning".

PS-
Look into C++ Primer Plus Fifth Edition. It's a great book to learn C++.
As for IDE's to start developing with? It is completely your decision but I recommend Visual Studio 2010 Express Edition OR Bloodshed Dev-C++. You only need one, and Visual Studio is far superior, but Dev-C++ is sufficient until you get into programming graphics (Learning C++ initially will be Console Window based, and therefore a bare-bones IDE will suffice)

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How much memory does my mac have?

Q. I want to buy hoyle card games 2010 and it says I need at least 3 GB Hard Disk Space. When I look under memory on my computer, it says 1 GB. I do not believe that I only have 1 GB left because I hardly have anything on my computer, is hard disk space something else? Answer quick please.

A. These are 2 different memories you are talking about.
Your RAM which stands for Random Access Memory is different from your HDD which is how much memory in Gb you have for storing things. Your computer has 1 Gb of RAM, but you definitely have room on your HDD for 3 Gb. If you ever got dangerously low, your Mac would tell you.

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How do you add another base game to the Sims 3 launcher?

Q. I downloaded my Sims 3 game in 2010, and now I'm trying to download The Sims 3 World Adventures to the launcher but it won't let me. Whenever I put the disk in the computer nothing pops up!

A. Uhm, well, the first thing you need to check is, does the game work. If you can't play the sims 3, then simply reinstall it. If you can, then it is a matter of checking your computer settings. Is autoplay activated? Do you have the memory? Do you have the graphics? Ect, ect.

If you place the disk in the drive and check 'My Computer' is should be there, nothing has to come up automatically. If it doesn't show in my computer, then it is a fault with the disk or the drive (try cleaning it before you attempt to take it back).

The Sims 3: World Adventures isn't another base game, it is an expansion pack, therefore there really should be no issues as to installing it, other than the ones I have already stated.

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