>George,
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>I build my computers from the ground up. I do this for one reason. I don't want all the stuff that is pre load to clog my trouble shooting. I know how it is set up, I know whats loaded, I know what hardware is on it. My hardware likes;
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>AMD Processors; Great stuff sings and likes to run.(You choice of Mhz)
>ATI RAGE Video cards or a Voodoo card(I run this on my personal Machine)I like APG cards. The set up really easy.
>D-LINK Network Cards or Linksys
>WD harddrives
>US Robotics Modems
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>If you have more questions. I live in Atlanta. Email me and I will be happy to get in touch with you and assist you in anyway.
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>BTW - Building you own is a eye-opening experence.
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>Hope this helps

Roelaux,

Thanks for the offer. It's appreciated. I'm still in research mode and haven't come to a firm decision yet. I'll let you know if I need any help.

Thanks again,