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mammikoura-I won't be overclocking, so I'm going to stick with the AMD configuration. thanks though! also why so adamant about maxtor...i had a 6gb on my first computer in '98...still runs perfectly -superbenny

I changed the 160gb hdd to a WD 80gb. It will be used for the OSs (Ubuntu 8.04 64 bit, and hopefully windows vista ultimate 64 bit) and applications. the other hdd will be for data. I switched to save money, even if i am shaving off 50% of the capacity. I currently use a laptop with an 80gb hdd...

You. Thanks! also thanks for the advice about the graphics...I never really saw a point in another card...I just assumed I needed one:rolleyes: but yea thanks everyone! again, more input and more opinions are very much appreciated! -superbenny

i went with that case because it comes with a PSU. I don't really mind how it looks...its going to be under a desk anyway. I am switching to that mobo and processor that you recomended...very nice find! It will be for general use. I can expect to have AIM, Firefox, iTunes, Photoshop and Bridge...

Let me know what you think: also, this is my first build, so I don't have much of a procedure...knowing me, I probably left something really important out that I just wasn't thinking of, or didn't know about. also, let me know if theres anything you can think of to shave off a couple bucks. I...

thanks for the fast response everyone! I think I'm going to go with the dual core, unless someone responds with an argument for the single core between now and the time I order...which probably wont be for another month or so its a posibility. thanks again everyone! -superbenny

I am building my first computer, and I am a bit confused on what option is best: A 3.0ghz single core or a 2.0ghz dual core please explain to me the reason, not just a single line response. thanks, superbenny