Legit Reviews takes a look at the Gigabyte GA-965P-DQ6 Motherboard

The Gigabyte GA-965P-DQ6was a fun motherboard to review. It was quick to set up, as I have found most Intel chipset boards to be, and it was just plain easy to use. Gigabyte did a wonderful job with this board. The Gigabyte GA-965P-DQ6 is a wonderful update the the first release boards that Gigabyte had. The features and layout on this board are outstanding, leaving really no room for desiring anything else...

Gigabyte GA-965P-DQ6 Motherboard Review

Tech ARP posted Desktop Graphics Card Comparison Guide Rev. 12.6

Covering over 300 desktop graphics cards, this comprehensive comparison allows you to easily compare 18 different specifications for each and every card. If you need to find out about the specification of any card, just come over and check out our Desktop Graphics Comparison Guide.

We hope it will prove to be a useful reference. We will keep this guide updated regularly so do check back for the latest updates.

Here are the updates:-

- Added the ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT graphics card.
- Added the NVIDIA GeForce 7200 GS graphics card.
- Total cards : 306

Desktop Graphics Card Comparison Guide Rev. 12.6



Howtoforge posted a tutorial on Lintrack

This tutorial will guide you through the installation and configuration of Lintrack, a GNU/Linux distribution specialized in networking tasks. We will give two LANs access to the internet along with DHCP and DNS cache servers, and then we will connect our networks using OpenVPN in bridging mode. You should be running all these in well under an hour, thanks to the unified configuration interface of Lintrack.

Lintrack As A LAN Gateway And An OpenVPN Bridge

Tech ARP posted Intel Centrino Duo & Pro Technology Report.

Santa Rosa is HERE! Intel has finally launched not one, but TWO new mobile platforms.

Join us as we take a look at the new Centrino Duo and Centrino Pro platforms, and see what new and cool features they bring to the table.

Intel Centrino Duo & Pro Technology Report

Tweaknews.net posted Nexus NX-8060 80PLUS Modular Silent 600Watt Power Supply Review

I have planned and built systems ranging from media centers all the way through to highly advanced application specific servers and in so doing have come into contact with more different types and brands of PSU you than you can shake a stick at. The NX-8060 is one of the best PSUs in its class that I have had the pleasure of using. The price tag is not through the roof for this specification PSU and the performance is excellent.

Nexus NX-8060 80PLUS Modular Silent 600Watt Power Supply Review

Benchmark Reviews posted a review on the Logitech QuickCam Ultra Vision SE Webcam

Just as early as the VideoPhone was breathing its last breath, the webcam was making headlines. Of course, those early headlines were usually (and rightfully) associated with the pornography industry, since there weren't too many people willing to look at choppy video for any other reason. But once again, technology (dial-up Internet) was crippling the idea. It would have to wait until the turn of the century before people would finally give webcams, grandson of the PicturePhone, its day.

Perhaps the time has finally come; or perhaps it has already returned and we are in the middle of the third act. Either way, the World Wide Web introduced the most recent vision of the video communications: the aptly named webcam. Logitech, one of the industries pioneering forces, has constantly offered consumers reliable peripheral solutions. In this review, Benchmark Reviews will evaluate the progression of technology into a product which hopes to establish itself as the pinnacle of PicturePhone evolution: Logitech's QuickCam Ultra Vision Special Edition Webcam.

Logitech QuickCam Ultra Vision SE Webcam Review

XSReviews has reviewed the Zaward Super Thermal Grease HSC-G

Ever heard of Zaward? Nor me, but today I have one of their heatpastes; Super Thermal Grease HSC-G. While it may sound like a cheesy musical, lets see how it performs.

Zaward Super Thermal Grease HSC-G Review

DragonSteelMods posted a review on the Akasa Integral 2.5" HDD USB enclosure

Enclosures seem to be very popular these days, and especially the type that fit 2.5" hard drives. With the switch to SATA notebook drives, I'm sure there are plenty of older IDE style drives floating around that can be used to add more storage to your system or to take things with you. Of course you'll need something to put that hard drive in, not only to make it work, but also for protection. Today for review I have the Integral 2.5" IDE hard drive USB enclosure from Akasa, so read on to check it out...

Akasa Integral 2.5" HDD USB enclosure Review

MadBoxPC posted a review on the Notebook Acer Aspire 3651 in Spanish

Want a stylish and cheap notebook as secondary computer? Maybe a Celeron based notebook is what you need, cheap doesn't mean bad or slow if you have some overclock skills. In our first notebook review you can see also some easy to do overclock tricks that move us from 1.46Ghz to 2.1Ghz.

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Hardware Secrets posted a review on the Thermaltake MaxOrb CPU Cooler

MaxOrb is a new rounded CPU cooler from Thermaltake, manufactured in aluminum, featuring six heat-pipes and also having a speed control knob attached to its body. Let’s take a quick look on it.

Thermaltake MaxOrb CPU Cooler Review

DNRHardware.nl posted a review on the Jetway M2A692-GDG am2 motherboard in Dutch

Jetway the manufacture that makes computers affordable. At least if you check the price... But what about the quality? Is it like the price really low, or is it the opposite of the price. We tested the motherboard and where stunned, it preformed really well and is a real good value for money. We recommend this board when building a media centre or cheap home computer system with latest technology

Jetway M2A692-GDG am2 motherboard review (Dutch)

PC Stats posted Biostar TF7050-M2 GeForce 7050PV Motherboard Review

The two single largest features of the AMD 690G and nVIDIA GeForce 7050PV chipsets are native HDMI output and High Definition Content Protection (HDCP). Both chipsets are currently AMD only affairs, but with the extremely competitive pricing of AMD's Socket AM2 chips it's the perfect opportunity to build that small home theatre PC you've always wanted to have. After all it would be nice to watch all those illegally downloaded bit torrent movies on something larger than a computer monitor. If you're going to rip movies, you might as well watch them in HD, in full surround sound, and get the best bang for your buck. ;-)

Biostar TF7050-M2 GeForce 7050PV Motherboard Review

TheTechLounge posted a review on the Creative Zen V Plus MP3 Player

When compared to the iPod shuffle the Zen already has twice the capacity at a price that is nearly identical. We're not doing a head-to-head comparison between the two products, but it is interesting to see how much of a price premium you pay for an Apple branded product just in terms of capacity, not to mention the many features the Zen V Plus can boast of as well. Let's take a closer look and see if the Zen's features and performance can make for a well-rounded product.

Creative Zen V Plus MP3 Player Review

Hardspell checked out the GeForce 8800Ultra Video Card

NVIDIA today officially released GeForce 8800Ultra graphics, Our website is the first time launched a 8800Ultra evaluation of the article(Chinese GeForce 8800Ultra review), because of time constraint, 8800Ultra detailed English translation of the article in progress, But first we bring you 8800Ultra product descriptions and to pre-empt the results of such tests preview!

GeForce 8800Ultra Video Card Review

ClubOC takes a look at the OCZ Reaper PC2-8500 Memory

Today we have an exciting new memory product from OCZ Technology called the "Reaper HPC Edition". Reaper sounds like a tough name, but there is more to the Reaper than just a name. OCZ's new Reaper uses what is known as "heat pipe technology" or HPC (Heat Pipe Conduit). HPC is a very effective method of transferring heat from a heat source to a heatsink or from one heatsink to another by using copper conduits. Normally we only see this method of cooling in processor heatsinks where removing excessive heat is critical. As for using HPC in cooling memory modules, it's hard to say if HPC will actually have a noticeable effect on performance because memory modules produce very little heat in normal operation. Regardless, when it comes to computer hardware, cooler is better, especially when overclocking.

OCZ Reaper PC2-8500 Memory Review

Hard-H2O posted a review on the Rainbow Round 4USB USB Hub

Digital cameras, mobile phones and external hard disks are some of the drives we normally connect to a PC via USB. Therefore, many users make use of hubs so as to meet their connectivity needs, above all when using a laptop.

Rainbow Round 4USB is the thinnest hub on the market. It has four USB ports which support all speeds, aluminium structure and the possibility of being self-powered.

Rainbow Round 4USB USB Hub Review

ChileHardware published a new review on the Thermalright HR-03a VGA cooler in Spanish

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PC Apex have a new review up on the latest to the X-Finity line of Ultra Products' PSUs

What has 80 amps of current, four 12 volt rails, and looks really sexy? If you guessed the new Ultra 800 watt X-Finity you're absolutely correct. Ultra has made some great products in the past and still do today. Products such as cases, case lighting, and fans for modders as well as quite a few other products such as MP3 players, tools, and even barebones kits. The new X-Finity sure looks sweet right out of the box with its anodized black shell and silver cables. Let's see if the performance backs up the great looks.  Today I have the pleasure of reviewing the latest X-Finity PSU that Ultra was nice enough to send us, the X-Finity 800 Watt PSU w/ Active PFC and, as you will see, she sure does put out.

Ultra Products X-Finity 800W PSU Review

Overclockers Online has posted a new review on the SilverStone Olympia 1000W

For those who truly need such a power supply, the Olympia 1000W's rock solid rails, rugged design and massive size truly communicate that this is no ordinary power supply.

SilverStone Olympia 1000W Review

OCC has published a new review of the Lian Li PC-A08 Case

No matter how much blood, sweat, and tears goes into creating the ultimate computer setup, almost nobody sees the amount of time and expertise that it took to build it. They always judge the system solely on the final visual result.the case. With so many choices in the market place, the computer case has become more than just an enclosure. It's similar to the car that you drive as it can tell everyone a little bit about the type of person you are. The case you decide on ultimately affects so many factors, ranging from system performance to curb appeal or aesthetics. Things to think about when making this decision are design, air flow, noise level, upgradeability, looks, and for the budget minded, cost. One of Lian Li's latest cases to hit the market is the PC-A08. With its clean design and elegance that Lian Li has become well known for, the PC-A08 fits perfectly with its existing product line up.

Lian Li PC-A08 Case Review

OCIA.net takes a look at the Apevia X-QPack 2 in their latest review

The front bezel houses two 5" drive bays and one 3" opening, next to which is the LCD temperature display. Immediately below this is the spring-loaded steel carry handle. It retracts into the case when not in use but can easily be pulled out when you need to carry the X-QPack 2 to your next gig. Standard USB, Firewire and mic/headphone audio ports adorn the front next to power and HDD activity LED's. Power and reset buttons finish off the front panel features along with two mesh pieces on either side for ventilation.

Apevia X-QPack 2 Review

IT Manager's Journal published eight common misunderstandings about GPLv3

The official release of the third version of the GNU General Public License (GPLv3) is still a couple of months away, yet already, the misunderstandings about it are almost as numerous as those for the second version (GPLv2).

Eight common misunderstandings about GPLv3

MadPenguin.org posted an article about Dell and Linux

Like Apple, Dell has a good handle on the hardware side of things. After all, they will be in full control when they are ready to release this round of Linux boxes. However, what has me concerned are some areas where they might not be ready for is the WiFi realm, most noticeably, WPA encryption.

http://www.madpenguin.org/cms/?m=show&id=7871]Is Dell Ready for the Linux Challenge? [/url]

CoolTechZone.com posted a review on the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8300

Alright, this is not fun. RIM recently added the BlackBerry Curve 8300 into its product mix, and what’s annoying is the updated version is now available only after a few months of the original 8800. For you 8800 users, we feel your pain. However, let’s be a little more positive. The BlackBerry Curve 8300 is the next version of the 8800 series from RIM, and interestingly enough, it combines the features from the Pearl 8100 and 8800 and turns them into a device that’s a hybrid of the two. That’s cool.

RIM BlackBerry Curve 8300 Review

Tweaknews.net posted Xclio 188A Gaming Case Review

The Xclio 188A is one of the best budget chassis' I've worked with. Not only is this case very classy looking, the cooling is superb and there is plenty of room inside for most systems. The 250mm fan does its job quietly and efficiently and the integrated fan speed controller is a welcome feature.

Xclio 188A Gaming Case Review

techPowerUp posted a new review on the XTracPads Ripper

The XTracPads Ripper is the smaller brother of the Ripper XXL. The mouse pad series comes in three different sizes, all with a wide aspect ratio. The thin cloth pad is incredibly soft and comfortable, with the under-padding clinging to the table quite nicely. We give a few mice a hurl on the Ripper to see if the unique aspect ratio is just what a gamer needs.

XTracPads Ripper Review

techPowerUp checked out Sunbeam Quarterback

The Sunbeam Quarterback is a midtower ATX case with tool-less drive bays and PCI slots, Core Fan system, VGA vent and a side window. The front bezel adds a door that makes the case look as muscular as a quarterback, which definitely adds to its style.

Sunbeam Quarterback Review

Driver Heaven posted a review on the Corsair Flash Voyager GT 8GB

The demand for ultra-mobile storage and the quick development of flash memory during the past few years has led to the high popularity that USB flash drives enjoy today. Flash drives are rarely supplied from companies who manufacture mechanical drives; they are usually built by RAM manufacturers since they are basically flash memory without any moving parts. Perhaps the most reputable RAM manufacturer, Corsair, is no exception as they are one of the first RAM manufacturers which offered USB flash drives and one of the few which designs their drives to be extremely tolerant to abuse. Today we will take a look at their latest, largest and fastest USB 2.0 flash drive, the 8GB Voyager GT.

Corsair Flash Voyager GT 8GB Review

XSReviews has reviewed the Scythe Andy Samurai Master

Scythe have been making some of the best coolers around for a couple of years now and they have always been rather large and excessive; but very effective. Today I have with me something that is again, rather excessive and with some of the strangest box art I have ever seen; the Scythe Andy Samurai Master.

Scythe Andy Samurai Master Review