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PC Computer Technology News Updates: 

Next PC Build Session - Wed. October 31, 2001

 
Dateline: Wed 09-26-01

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Notes... & Discussion Topics: 

  1. images/update.gif october01_v3.xls - Version 3 - (9-22-01)

    Next Build Session - October 31, 2001
  2. images/new1a.gif Windows XP Professional Upgrade Advisor - (8-24-01) ...more.

  • Laptop Upgrades - Knowing what, when & why... by Gus Hrncir

  • How I upgraded my Dell Laptop ...more.

  • Digital Audio: Creation, Manipulation, Recording, Extraction, & Conversion Techniques...more. 

  • Downloads ...more.
  • Problems Solved ...more.
  • Lessons Learned in PC Computer Building: Debriefing 101 from Sam McJunkin ...more.
  • Questions - Always!
  • Patriotism & Inspiration: - America, the Beautiful. Home of the Free & the Brave - (9-25-01) ...more.

 

Hardware: 

 

Software: 

  • CNet, News.com - Windows XP Discounts from Microsoft - (9-21-01) ...more.

  • CNet, News.com - Windows XP compatibility - (9-21-01) ...more.
  • ScanSoft Upgrades PaperPort Deluxe 8 - Exclusive Offer! To pre-order - PaperPort Deluxe 8.0 Upgrade $49.99; after September 30th, the price is $69.99.  ...more.
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    Pinnacle Systems is offering two incredible deals to registered Studio DV users! Offer 1 - Pinnacle Express and the Pinnacle Studio version 7 Upgrade for only $99.99! Offer 2 - Pinnacle Express, Pinnacle Impression DVD SE and the Pinnacle Studio version 7 Upgrade for only $149.99! ...more.

 

Technology News & Trends To Watch: 

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Reminder: Windows XP Dates To Watch (As of 8-21-01): 

  1. This Friday, 08-24-2001 -  XP Gold Code: Microsoft previously told computer manufacturers expect final code Aug. 22, then pushed back delivery for final tweaking.

    1. Desktop Real Estate (Competing Icon Placements)
  2. September 15th, 2001 - Houston, TX: XP Preinstallation Training - Preinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Professional using the OEM Preinstallation Kit (Nationwide - Sept 6 thru Oct 13 @ selected locations)
  3. September 24th, 2001- New PCs shipping with XP Installed
  4. October 25th, 2001- Public Retail Launch: Packaged Software

Expect many new products announced earlier this year to be shipping in time for WinXP ship date. New packaging too!

 

Storage Solutions: 

HD prices appear to be inching up slowly. ...more on Wed (9-26-01).

Trade Shows:

Las Vegas - 250 Trade Shows cancelled from Sept thru Nov. 2001 after WTC. ...more.

  • Reminder from Tom Tyner:

    • Digidesign Tour:  Houston, October 25 @ Guitar Center, 7729 Westheimer - 7:00 pm. For more information, call 713 952 9070. Topic: Digidesign Synth, Sample & Groove Tour - Event Registration ...more.

Downloads:

  • downloads.html - Download Essentials & Recommendations - Additions include Xteq X-Setup & WCPUID.

    1. Xteq Systems: Xteq X-Setup, The Ultimate Tweaking Tool for Windows without manually hacking the Registry!

    2. www.h-oda.com - WCPUID - Upgraded applet! Get: WCPUID V3.0d with Plugins! - (09-10-2001)
    3. midi.html - Midi Files of Patriotism & Inspiration

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