[I am an... "unusual" person, I Suppose]

Wow, I thought I was reading a description of myself. I haven't been on in a minute but im not a 24/7 type of player either. You said you was stepping out your box, well im out here to say...hi:smileyvery-happy:

[Computer tech help]

Thanks for the input.

[Computer tech help]

Thanks for the link, ive been there. I am looking for opinions on the systems ive posted.

[Computer tech help]

I have been looking into buying a new desk top and would like some opinions on these two computer configurations.

1. HPE510t series

intel core i5 6mb cache

6gb ddr3-1333mhz sdram

1TB 7200rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive

1GB DDR3 nvidia geforce 405

premium wireless-n lan card

 

 

2. Dell XPS 8300

INTEL CORE I5 6mb cache

6gb ddr3-1333mhz sdram

1TB 7200rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive, 16mb cache

ATI radeon hd 5450 1gb ddr3

dell wireless 1501 wireless-n pcie card

standard usb 2.0 + 10/100/1000 ethernet

 

Are the graphics card good enough for second life? opinions on the processors? any opinions on HP versus dell?

 

[Computer buying help]

Thanks ive been leaning towards a mac but not familiar with the workings of it. Im use to a pc. but i added it to the list of things to check out when i go to buy. Ive had dell computers only so far. But was thinking of going to best buy to see what they had.

[I'm new to SL]

Welcome. It can be overwhelming at first. when i first signed up i was lost and left for a while but now im more comfortable with it. I started at help island. most people there are nice and helpful. If you see me inworld and i can help just ask.

[Computer buying help]

@rolig thanks so much for all your advice. will definately take all into consideration when purchasing.

[Computer buying help]

What about wireless in my own home? does that do better. i dont use wifi spots. also what resolution and refresh rates should i be looking for?

[Computer buying help]

what are the resolution and refresh rates i should be looking for?

[Computer buying help]

thanks all for your input. very helpful when i go shopping.

@rolig loon im looking for my own for my bedroom. right now i share the desktop with my children and i wanted something to go in my bedroom. Thanks for all your help and input. good info to look into before i purchase.

[Computer buying help]

Im looking to spend less than $1000.

[Computer buying help]

Thanks much for responding. Can you explain why wireless is not good in this circumstance? also i want to get something to hook to my tv and use that as the monitor. What is your opinion on the tv for a monitor?

[Computer buying help]

Im looking to buy a new computer to hook up to my flat screen. My question is what is the best specs to look for? I love games like Sims 3,2 and 1. Also second life. I want to make sure what I get will be able to work for these types of games. Also, which would be better to get, a desktop or a laptop?

 

Thanks much for responding. Can you explain why wireless is not good in this circumstance? also i want to get something to hook to my tv and use that as the monitor. What is your opinion on the tv for a monitor?

@rolig what are the resolution and refresh rates i should be looking for?

While it is certainly possible to get a TV screen that will do the job, most TV screens do not have the resolution or refresh rate that a good monitor designed for computer use will have.

[placing an add if you are searching for people]

Ive seen ads like the ones you speak of on billboards. You could find one in a high traffic sim.

[profile pic]

Thanks for the help. Ive got it now. now off to put my pic up. ~crosses fingers~

[profile pic]

thanks, I was able to save to my computer. Now im a little confused about how to get it to photobucket.

[profile pic]

I will go and try this now. Thanks i will let you know.

[profile pic]

How do i take a pic of my avatar and put it for my profile pic? Also can you save pics of your avatar to photobucket? If so, how?  Thank you for the help.

[About scripts....]

Thank you for the links. they did clear things up for me, but still a little confused. Im not trying to be a creator at this time so thats ok. Im just trying not to cause lag thats all. Thanks again.

[About scripts....]

Thank you for your help with my question. I would like to ask how do i know if something has too many prims and scripts and will cause lag?

[About scripts....]

Yes i was asking because of what was posted in my other question. I dont want to purchase something and it causes lag for myself or others. Plus i here those words a lot and i wanted some clarification.

[About scripts....]

Can someone explain how i check the scripts and prims on an item? also can you check these things before you purchase?

Maybe this one should have been first but, can someone explain what scripts and prims are exactly? I kind of know but want to be sure.

[About sellers of goods....]

Thank you for that tip. I learned that lesson the hard way. I know better now. I use to just buy stuff that i thought looked good and then it wouldnt fit my avi ar looked just ugly on me. I would just delete it. Then i found out you could adjust the size and fit of things. I hate to think of the money i deleted.

*hard learned lessons are not soon forgotten*

Thanks again.

[About sellers of goods....]

Thank you, everything you said was very helpful. I never really thought of doing a google search for sl stuff. I thought maybe there was something where most venders were listed and then you can see from there what people say about there products and business practices. I never really noticed the review tab when i was looking at stuff on the marketplace. Thanks again for your help.

[About sellers of goods....]

I was wondering how and where do i check for the reputation of a seller? I found this shop curious kitties, and i love the hair styles. They also sell huds that change the color and or accents of the hair. Before i spend my money i would like to have some info to determine if its worth the investments. There are 3 huds available at 700L$ a piece.

Also how and where do i review a product myself and check reviews of products?

Thank you for all the assistance.