paulmd@efn.org wrote:
> bryant.rossiter@gmail.com wrote:
>> Hey Guys,
>>
>> I am planning to build my first computer. It will mainly serve as a
>> gaming computer, as well a school tool. The OS will be Windows XP Pro
>> (from my old computer). Here are my core components, first revision:
>>
>> ASUS M2N32-SLI Deluxe Wireless Edition
>> AMD 64 X2 5000+ Windsor
>> Geforce 7950GT KO 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16
>> Segate Barracuda 7200.10 320GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA (x2)
>> RAID 0 configuration
>> Kingston 1GB 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) System Memory
>> (x2) NEC DVD+R 3550A
>> Samsung 204B
>> NeoPower 550W
>> Antec P-180B Case
>> Logitech MX1000
>> Logitech G15
>>
>> Do you think that all these pieces will function well together? Here
>> is a list of the games that I would like to play on it: Rise of
>> Nations, Rise of Legends, Civilization 4, Command and Conquer: The
>> First Decade, Command and Conquer 3 (when it comes out), and Star
>> Wars: Empire at War. My price window is $2100 - 2400. Thanks for the
>> help.

> I've never been fond of wireless keyboards and mice
> because of the basic need to keep them powered.

Completely routine when they are properly designed.

> And because they're less reliable than wired keyboards,

Pure drivel.

> and that's NOT a good thing in gameplay.
> Interference, low battery, and so on.

Completely trivial to ensure you cant get a low battery when it matters.

> Also, there are a small handful of games that actually support the LCD
> thing on your keyboard. And most of those need a patch applied first.

> http://www.logitech.com/promotions/p...ontentid=11264

Maybe he doesnt care with games.

> I haven't turned up any obvious hardware incompatibilities. The
> budget is your own problem to solve, though avoid tiger direct. There
> have been multiple complaints on these newsgroups and other forums. I
> don't know which, if any of your products are being offered there,
> but just in case....

> Other than my preference to lose the wireless keyboard
> and mouse, you've got a respectable system. Some
> people swear by wireless mice, I just swear AT them.

More fool you, there are plenty of decent ones around.