OT: AMD vs Intel

[Rick Sivernell]

On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 14:03:15 +1000
Keith Antoine <kantoine at optusnet.com.au> wrote:

> Rick Sivernell wrote:
> > Yes, I just bought a new mobo and 4600+x2 for $316.00 + tax. 
> > Asus M2n SLI/Delux, I nstalled 4 gig memory($63 / 1gig) and a new PCIExpress card for $99.
> > Only 1 draw back, it only has 1 ide connector. Has 6 sata 2 lans built in and sound  and HD.
> > Added a new 600w PS NVidia ready and a new DVD Burner, total of $850.
> >
> >
> >   
> In Australia practically all mobos sold only have 1 IDE port now and 
> that is not going to last that much longer, as is the demise
> of the floppy port. I got caught by this 8 months ago or more.
> 
> -- 
> Keith Antoine AKA "Skippy"
> SKYPE contact: kantoine
> Practising Registered Geriatric: Single Cell Brain in Storage: 
> Schools: Places to teach you HOW to teach yourself, they have nothing to do with life's skills.


Skippy

  Yes, trying to move the user in a different direction and save money. The problem occurrs when the user needs those items.

Rick