I doubt. No other OS has the wealth of programs that Windows does. As it is, there's no viable reason for the average user to switch to another OS. Linux is quite stable, but doesn't have enough support from the software industry. Not everyone has the patience to use non-GUI applications. Mac is great when it comes to just getting the job done, if you can find the right program to do it. Since OSX should be working on x86 architecture now, perhaps we'll see more of that, but until most game engines are written for OpenGL as opposed to DirectX, they'll miss out on the gaming industry.

Linux and OSX is slowly catching up to Windows, but until they have a better arguement than "we don't get viruses as much," they won't take down Windows.

Edit: Still though, it's not impossible. The average PC user is getting a little smarter. Firefox is taking over IE. That's enough evidence right there. IE comes pre-installed, yet firefox is STILL dominating. People are more open-minded now.

That's indeed very strange. How powerful is your PSU? That's another factor to look into. Aside from that, you can still try testing individual RAM modules in different slots and see if it helps anything.

Edit: If all fails and your PSU is sufficient, it could be a mobo problem.

You're lucky to be getting beeps at all. Check out this page: http://www.computerhope.com/beep.htm

If the problem only happens when you put in the card, make sure it's seated securely and that your PSU is sufficient.

Like others have mentioned, it could be a number of things. If it happens inconsistently, I'd say it's hardware-related. If it happens mainly during gaming, it's either overheating or an insufficient PSU. I had a situation where the PC would inccreasingly get BSODs until it just wouldn't boot anymore. It was a failing PSU.

If it's something I can do in real life, I don't need it portrayed realistically, like going to the grocery store or taking a piss. Things like that don't need to be in games IMO. It's things like racing, maybe shooters and survival games that can be enhanced by realism.

Realistic sim-type games and arcade type games are two different breeds, but I like them both. If I just want to dodge cars and go fast, I'll play one of the Need for Speed Underground games. If I want the full experience with clutch/shifting and realistic physics, I'll play Need for Speed Shift on Elite mode. I find Dirt 3 to be somewhat of a Hybrid between the two.

Same goes for shooters or anything else. Perfecting a realistic game is extremely rewarding, so I don't want to completely dethrown them, but sometimes you just want to have the upper edge or play something other-worldly.

Try opening the task manager via ctrl+shift+esc. if it opens, go to run and type "explorer"

For compatibility, the 360 controller. I'm sure there's other great controllers, but allot of console ports and even Crysis has instant 360 controller support. You'd just have to make sure to get a wireless reciever.

I have one powering my sig rig..

Lol @ the above comments, mentioning FPS's and such.. I suppose those could pass for "stress relieving."

Quantum Conundrum is a suitable choice IMO. Mentally stimulating, but it has a warm nostalgic atmosphere to it. It might not be the type of game you usually look for, but it's certainly worth a try if you liked Portal.

i know 7770 use less power and require only 1- 6 pin, but 560non ti outperforms it by good margin, so i am gonna stick with 560 non ti, r u sure it really work smooth on 400w. which brand u got!

so the gigabyte powerrock 550w wll be enough for me right?:)

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