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NL: Review Block
Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2003 | By: DennisHere is another edition of the comment-less review links.
- XBOX CombiCable @ MetkuMods
- Spire Coolers Skivestream II Review @ PC Tech Zone
- Spire Coolers Skivestream II Review @ 3dXtreme
- Beginners Guides: Securing Your Wireless Network @ PCStats
- BIOS Flashing guide @ CyberCPU
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The Sound of Computing Silence
Published: Monday, November 10, 2003 | By: DennisMany enthusiasts are not bothered by the sounds of computing and the ole office just isn't the same when the systems are off. Though a select few would rather not hear the computer at all which has thus started a silent PC movement.
" But recently, PCs have started to become noisier again as they become more powerful.
That's because faster chips, which need to cope with increasingly complex software, generate more heat, which in turn needs to be dissipated with fans, heat pipes and vents, making computers sound more like mini-power plants. " -
Abit IC7-MAX3 Review @ Digital Daily
Published: Monday, November 10, 2003 | By: Dennis"Instead of the adapter, you can find a very interrsting device inside the box - the SecureIDE. This is sort of a ParallelATA=>encryption module=>ParallelATA adapter which provides for a complete data protection on a hard disk."
The OTES cooler is also positioned really close to the heatsink mounting cage making removal of some and installation of others difficult if not impossible. -
NL: Review Block
Published: Sunday, November 9, 2003 | By: DennisWhat a way to start the day.
- Cheap and Easy LED Case Lighting
- Compiling a Custom Linux Kernel @ Bitbender
- PC Toys SystemMaxx Panel @ Big Bruin
- Logitech Cordless MX Duo @ TechJuice
- Lighted USB Cables @ PimpedOutCases
Don't forget the little people at Ninjalane
And be sure to Register for the Ninjalane Message Forum at ... -
SilverStone Gamer Case Review @ Short-Media
Published: Sunday, November 9, 2003 | By: Dennis"There is one problem. The standoffs near the edge of the motherboard are easy enough to reach with this tool but the standoff in the center of the motherboard is a big concern. The tool cannot be used to pry the motherboard off the center standoff. There just isn't access to it."
This case is actually pretty cool looking with some great features though the metal appears to be a little thin for any hardcore modding. -
Thermaltake Lanfire Review @ ModSynergy
Published: Sunday, November 9, 2003 | By: Dennis"The Thermaltake VM2000A spells cooling as the side window also features the same 92mm fan and is covered with a speaker type grill (impedes air though). The side panels of this case are easy to remove and vice versa as they are really light but strong."
By the looks of it the grill used on this case would flow better than many of the other solutions out there.
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Tri-Cool Review @ myWorld Hardware (CoolerMaster Stuff)
Published: Sunday, November 9, 2003 | By: Dennis"Musketeer and Aerogate II, both of them are one of the best products that I can appreciate from CoolerMaster. Besides looking sleek and cool design, the functionality of those accessories is second to none."
The final view of the case even features a ThermalTake Volcano Heatsink, nice touch.
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Asia Carrera Speaks, Matrix Blows
Published: Sunday, November 9, 2003 | By: DennisI almost busted up laughing after reading her latest bulletin posting, Here is a snip.
"11/8 - I very rarely use my bulletins page as a soapbox, but my conscience insists I make this public service announcement to you! If I can help just one person save $10 and 2 hours of their life from being wasted on "The Matrix - Revolutions", then this post won't be made in vain! We all know the "Matrix" movies are like big-budget porno flicks - whenever the characters start talking, you start looking for the fast-forward on your remote."
So there you have it, from a pr0n queen herself.
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asetek WaterChill Review Posted
Published: Saturday, November 8, 2003 | By: DennisWatercooling is not much different than any other cooling system but when used on a small scale, like in a computer system, the parts tend to get rather complex. The asetek WaterChill makes it easy.
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The Matrix: Revolutions - Back from the show
Published: Saturday, November 8, 2003 | By: DennisMuch like everyone else I know the GF and I broke down and went to see the latest Matrix movie, Revolutions. We decided to go on a Friday night around 7:30 and even went early thinking that the theater would be packed.
Nothing could be further from the truth.
What truth do you ask? how about a maximum of 30+ people in the theater truth. That even includes the 5 very annoying kids that whispered through the entire show.
The film was a nice piece of eye candy though lacked many story elements that I think would have better explained what was going on. The ending of the movie tried to cover-up any good ending that the movie could have had. I think is why everyone I spoke to needed to think about it for a while.
-- Spoiler Below --
For me understanding the movie was pretty simple. Neo ended up doing what he was supposed to do, just prolonged it by making the "choice" that he thought was right.
- Trinity dies for like 15min, touching but kinda lame.
- Zion was spared from total destruction.
- The Architect is going to allow some of the people to leave.
- The oracle has prophesized the return of 'The One'.
Basically, the machines won the war and everything starts over again.
-- End Spoiler --
I would not be surprised if "Revolutions" is not out on DVD by January.
(your opinion may vary.)
