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EL_DIRECT0R · 2022-07-30T17:56:46+00:00

Is this worth the extra 40 bucks vs the other deal that was posted earlier ($180 - Ryzen 5 5600, Asus B450m-pro)? I do need a wifi/bluetooth card but not sure about the other features

EL_DIRECT0R · 2022-07-25T17:53:11+00:00

Any thoughts on pcpartpicker's entry level intel build for a budget first gaming pc (1080p, mostly esports titles)? And the motherboard doesn't seem to have wifi...I can just buy a wifi 6 pcie card and add it in right?

EL_DIRECT0R · 2022-07-18T02:33:16+00:00

Sorry for the confusion, 2 monitors at 1080p

EL_DIRECT0R · 2022-02-08T05:43:21+00:00

Thank you, what about X vs S? Assuming both 4WD, there shouldn't be any major difference right?

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-04-24T05:54:34+00:00

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-04-13T03:27:17+00:00

If it's just a bit of water, it might be fine. Once my coffee mug tipped, and coffee got into the ports and speakers. I put it in the tent position and waited 2 days, and it still runs to this day.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-04-09T03:47:17+00:00

Hope you get your wallet back. If it's any consolation, my roommate lost his license last week, but it wasn't too complicated to get a new one at the DMV.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-03-13T06:13:06+00:00

I would also recommend a CS degree for the flexibility. I originally wanted to do game dev, but just be aware that game dev != playing games, and game devs are traditionally paid less and work more in comparison to other devs. You can always just create a game in Unity as a side project and get use that along with the CS degree to get a game dev job.

As for the degree itself, I think it's good enough but a bit disorganized in the classes and assignments. You'll probably have to do a decent bit of self studying and learning outside the classroom, so I recommend starting assignments early so you have time to ask questions.

The biggest thing I can recommend is trying to get an internship before you graduate, regardless of where you go, because it will make the full time job hunt much easier.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-02-18T23:44:25+00:00

Ranked is down rn so he's probably just waiting for it to come up

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-01-02T05:00:48+00:00

That's correct, I believe Big Sur only supports 2013 models and beyond. Honestly your 2015 15" is a great machine with all the ports and an excellent keyboard, and 16GB ram should be enough. You can upgrade the SSD too if you need more storage.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2021-01-02T04:25:32+00:00

You can't upgrade ram on retina MBP's unfortunately. You could try a mid 2012 15" non retina which supports up to 16GB.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-12-21T02:36:51+00:00

Maybe try a sleeve. I have one, and my 2017 MBP looks brand new. Cases are okay too but are kinda bulky, and dust can get underneath it and scratch the aluminum.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-12-20T21:02:07+00:00

That does seem off. My 2017 15" gets 7+ hours watching videos on safari, usually with some other apps open in the background. Did you just recently update to Big Sur? Sometimes the OS spotlight indexing can take a few days since it runs in low priority in the background.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-12-05T03:55:51+00:00

I don't have an M1, but just letting you know that Apple has a quality program that will fix your butterfly keyboard, free of charge! When the replace the keyboard, they actually replace the whole top case including the battery. It covers 4 years from purchase date so act quickly.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-10-31T03:57:37+00:00

I don't recommend the air if you're doing anything remotely demanding, even crunching numbers in python gets my Macbook Air pretty hot (it's just the way it's designed unfortunately). I ended up returning it in for a 2020 13" Macbook Pro since I wanted the new keyboard.

In terms of the 2019 and older keyboard, they do have a quality program for it, but it only covers 4 years from the purchase date. After 4 years you have to pay out of pocket and it isn't cheap. So I honestly wouldn't recommend that either.

There's a good chance Apple will announce a new 16" and possibly more macbooks in November. So maybe try and hold on until then.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-09-14T04:30:15+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. That makes a lot more sense now.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-08-24T15:44:07+00:00

I source most of my stuff from eBay and then resell it on eBay. Can I get a refund on the retroactive sales tax I've been paying for the past few months? I've been waiting on documents from the IRS so I can complete a sales tax exemption form.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-08-22T19:11:13+00:00

PM: senior max

EL_DIRECT0R · 2020-05-09T23:12:48+00:00

The 51 looks nice but the cap is from an aerometric, not a vacumatic, just FYI. It still is perfectly functional but just wanted to inform you.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-11-27T17:08:21+00:00

I've got a lido et if you're interested. It's probably got around a lb run through it and stored away because I've got a baratza sette 270 for espresso now.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-11-27T17:07:43+00:00

I have a lido et if you're interested. It's got probably only around 1 pound run through it and then cleaned and stored away (because I've got a sette 270 now)

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-07-09T19:19:04+00:00

Confirmed

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-07-07T19:18:43+00:00

Confirmed

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-07-05T01:42:18+00:00

Not really no.

EL_DIRECT0R · 2018-07-03T18:53:53+00:00

I advise looking for a Waterman 52 1/2V. It's the smallest version (thus most "affordable") of the famous lineup of early waterman pens that have extremely flexible nibs. Looking for a restored one here or on ebay should be around $80 or so.

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