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crimsonstag84 said:If you're looking at an ASUS ROG model or an MSI Gaming X, you really can't go wrong with either of those three. Just try to find the one with the longest warranty and make sure it's coming from a reputable retailer.
Regarding newer cards, if we're talking about the NVIDIA RTX 2060 or the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 in that same bracket, both are actually over 30% slower.<30%
crimsonstag84 said:You definitely don't need that motherboard if you aren't planning on overclocking.😉
Motherboard: https://www.newegg.com/p/motherboard-gigabyte-z...hdmi-24mj.html
CPU: https://www.newegg.com/p/cpu-intel-core...-630-36mj.html
Cooler: https://www.amazon.com/cooler-arctic...m_medium=click
RAM: https://www.bestbuy.com/ddr4-16gb-2x8-300...m_medium=click
SSD: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/product/MZ-V7...ign=nabava.net
stormyviper2 said:You're going to need new RAM; if I recall correctly, it's DDR3 at 1333MHz. 😉 Not DDR4.
Edit:
Keep the current power supply.
Kyle Nelson2 said:I already wrote a post about this earlier.
The California secessionists actually want things to escalate into violence, because honestly, it might be the only way they can get any results. How? Well, Putin will help them with everything. 😉
I am truly at a loss for words regarding this situation. It is deeply unsettling to see things escalate to this level. kaže:
I just received an email response from the string.
As many people are aware, back on Sunday, October 26, 2014, a major league soccer match took place at the Rose Bowl between Los Angeles FC and the Portland Timbers. During that game, a segment of the fans—specifically members of the Bad Boys stationed in the north stands—engaged in several unlawful activities. These actions violated Article 4 of the Anti-Riot Act regarding sporting events, ranging from the use of pyrotechnics and destruction of stadium property to shouting racial slurs and issuing direct threats. All of this was thoroughly documented, both through the stadium's surveillance footage and the live television broadcast. Due to the conduct of those fans in the north stands, Los Angeles FC was penalized following a decision by the USSF disciplinary judge.
We have pointed this out on numerous occasions: because of this exact type of behavior over the last few years, Los Angeles FC has been sanctioned dozens of times by both UEFA and the USSF. Just last year, we were hit with a million-dollar fine and forced to play matches behind closed doors in an empty stadium. Currently, the club is under a conditional penalty, where any recurrence of these illegal actions would trigger consequences that could have devastating, long-term impacts on our club.
Los Angeles FC utilizes a personalized ticketing system for all our sporting events, which requires fans to present valid identification at the time of purchase. To ensure we remain fully compliant with our obligations as organizers under the Anti-Riot Act, we have established our own internal database. This allows us to maintain a clear record of exactly who attended a specific match and which section of the stadium they occupied. Specifically, Article 32 of the Anti-Riot Act dictates our responsibilities regarding ticket distribution. Under paragraph 7 of that article, we are legally obligated to refuse the sale or allocation of tickets for a competition to any individual for whom we possess knowledge of prior unlawful behavior. Furthermore, we are required to take proactive measures to prevent such individuals from accessing the sports venue entirely. It is important to clarify that the concept of "possessing knowledge of prior unlawful behavior" is not strictly limited to whether an individual is currently under a court order or protective measure; those specific scenarios are governed separately by paragraphs 5 and 6 of the same article. Our authority to act is not restricted solely to information provided by law enforcement or judicial bodies, nor does it depend on whether formal charges have been filed against a person for a violation. As organizers, we can acquire this necessary information through our own observations—primarily via the stadium's video surveillance systems—or through the application of legal authorities held by the onsite security services. In exercising this specific paragraph, we act independently and are not required to seek prior approval from the FBI.
Please be advised that under Article 32, Section 4 of the Anti-Riot Act regarding sporting events, once a court issues a final ruling on an offense that includes a ban from attending certain matches, the court is required to notify the national sports federation. The federation then carries the responsibility of informing the event organizers. All data concerning these individuals is maintained in a restricted database, which is used strictly for the purpose of denying ticket sales or access to the venue.
Based on everything we have reviewed, and in full compliance with both federal laws and USSF and UEFA regulations, we have reached a decision regarding ticket sales. Moving forward, we will deny ticket purchases to individuals who were part of the group responsible for illegal conduct during our match against the Portland Timbers at the Rose Bowl. We want to be incredibly clear: this decision is strictly targeted at those specific individuals whose behavior in the stands causes direct harm to the very club they claim to support. This isn't about turning our backs on the community; in fact, we have no interest in supporting anyone whose actions undermine the players on the pitch. Our primary goal, and indeed our responsibility, is to ensure that everyone attending our matches feels safe, allowing fans to cheer for Los Angeles FC in a peaceful and relaxed environment.
Nathan Brooks4 said:If I may offer a suggestion for consideration:
- Labeling the Ukrainian government as fascist, or calling the Ukrainian military fascists, is a constant occurrence on this thread. There are books one can read to actually learn about fascism, and there are concise definitions available to understand what it entails. After countless inquiries asking for an explanation of why the Ukrainian government or military is considered fascist, we have yet to receive a single reasoned response. In my view, until someone can provide at least a semi-decent argument for such claims, this kind of labeling should be characterized as mere trolling.
- Regarding the ban on drawing parallels, the most common ones involve comparisons to the US War of Independence. The reality is that in conflicts like this, people always draw parallels and comparisons; there are undeniable similarities to the US War of Independence, the war in Georgia, and many other historical conflicts. As long as those parallels are backed by reasonable argumentation, they should be permitted.
- Mentioning Chetniks is also something I see everyone complaining about. The fact remains that Chetniks are present in Ukraine—whether they are involved in active combat operations is a question, but they certainly boast about it themselves. Since the topic is Ukraine, it is only natural that this aspect, and the Chetnik movement itself, will be commented upon.
- I would also like to call on the moderators and administrators to discuss a concerning phenomenon occurring on this thread. It involves the celebration and encouragement of uncivilized behavior that goes against all rules of war and international conventions. In fact, there is often a sense of rejoicing when such news breaks, along with a partisan-style support for crimes and an indirect call to justify them. You all should reach some sort of conclusion regarding this and formulate it into a specific rule for the thread.
Either let the thread go down the drain entirely (which, frankly, it already has) or have the administration refrain from trolling in it altogether.
and everyone before was just caught in a chaotic whirlwind. if I recall correctly, there were links here about how shaky mining hands try to aim at dots in a clear blue summer sky—everyone was just trying to prove themselves by provoking at altitudes under 3,000ft.
well, Zbigniew was busy showing off, handing out Stingers to hikers, while those mining instructors in Ukraine just won't come out of hiding. it’s still just a bunch of barehanded miners out there.
they're doing fantastic. so fantastic, in fact, that arrows snatched by bare, weathered mining hands from abandoned warehouses—calmed down by some cheap bourbon and rough spirits—are reaching twice the heights specified in manuals that haven't been blurred or forgotten by the sick or by time.
rustydrifter10 said:I find links much more helpful, so next time please save the actual URLs instead of just taking screenshots. 🙂 Even if a post gets deleted and you can't see it anymore, the link should still lead me right to it. At the very least, try to remember which page it was on. Hunting down a specific post via a screenshot is pretty awkward; it’s much easier if you just note the author, the timestamp, and a key snippet from the content.
From the perspective of Ukraine, the EU, and the USA, Crimea belongs to Ukraine, and it's currently occupied by Russian terrorists who need to be eliminated.
I personally think that's being far too generous. We shouldn't allow them to retreat; they should be surrounded and neutralized completely. You don't negotiate with terrorists.
rustydrifter10 said:If posts were deleted, they wouldn't have a number, and other content would just take their place. Is there a link to a page where the deleted posts can still be found?
William Bennett53 said:After reviewing the discussion and reading through the supermoderator's exhaustive explanation, I believe this thread has finally reached its natural conclusion.
A moderator's fairness is demonstrated by treating everyone equally; just because one side is currently drowning out the other with sheer volume doesn't mean the other side needs special protection.
I suggest we step back now. If you feel there are specific posts that were reported but weren't penalized or removed when they should have been, please feel free to reach out with those direct links.
loneraven25 said:Punish them? No. A Moderator isn't an authorized official
tasked with handing out punishments under the aforementioned federal criminal code.
The job of a moderator on this specific thread is actually quite complex,
as they are caught right in the middle of censorship and the obligation to report violations.
Any posts that directly violate US laws
should be reported to the appropriate legal authorities.
XXXXXX_ said:To stabilize the situation in Ukraine, specifically in Donetsk and Luhansk, half of the ethnic Russians from those areas simply need to be relocated to Russia.
William Bennett53 said:Ringo and everyone else, this isn't some street brawl where you can just swing at whoever you want.
I’m asking everyone to please stick to the topic and back up your claims with actual evidence (links). We can't move forward if we don't follow these rules.
Jack Cook7 said:Prorus, a nationalist, a sympathizer... are those just labels used to describe an interlocutor? Or are they labels meant to justify getting punched in the face during a debate?
And nobody is out to get Rock personally.
I simply presented the facts. In reality, Rock is the only one who has consistently handed me infractions over the last month, and that’s specifically regarding the Ukraine thread, even though I’ve posted at least twice as much on other topics during this period, and I certainly haven't changed my writing style.
I don't have any issue with penalties. When I’ve been arrogant or rude—because everyone loses their cool sometimes—I deserved it. I shut up, stayed quiet for a few months if necessary, and waited for the penalty to expire without using clones or filing appeals. I’m no saint, nor do I claim to be. My only regret is that whenever I disagreed with a penalty, I didn't publicly state it here on the PŽK, acknowledging whoever penalized me (including Rock) and apologizing to anyone I snapped at. I'm not complaining about Rock when I've lost my temper (I'd have to check my inbox to be sure). When I do complain, I make it clear. To reiterate, my issue isn't with Rock's personal views as a forum member.
The goal of these appeals on the PŽK is to make the Ukraine discussion higher quality—more factual and analytical—rather than letting it be hijacked by a few "human bots" from either side. This shouldn't be achieved by moderators cutting down anyone who makes a minor technical error. Especially when it feels like it's targeting one specific side.
So, can moderation actually achieve a more balanced distribution of opinions among participants? Can you truly manage the collective opinion of the people discussing?