Posts by brightwolf63

Greetings, everyone.

I am seeking some recommendations for a new monitor.

Size: 27 to 32 inches.

resolution : WQHD

Planned GPU setup: ATI 6700/6800 or an Nvidia 3070.

Panel type: IPS—though I might consider a VA panel, perhaps something like the Samsung Odyssey???

Primary use: gaming (titles like RDR, Death Stranding, Dota2, The Witcher 3, Divinity, and the like).

Budget: up to $1167 (though since that Odyssey G7 is currently marked down by 30%, I might be able to stretch my reach toward that price point...

P.S.
If anyone happens to have a specific model in mind that works well for wall mounting, that would be a welcome bonus.

Thanks in advance!

Question:

Is it actually possible for an online transfer from my JPMorgan Chase account to another bank—specifically Bank of America—to be delayed simply because... get this... it's the weekend? 😕 😕 😕

Are we really at a point where transactions just don't move over the weekend???

I sent the payment late yesterday evening, and the current status of the transfer—or rather, the amount sent—is sitting there as a 'pending reservation.'

A wedding dinner at Rossin Villa?

Has anyone here actually experienced it—the good, the bad, and the ugly? I’m looking for honest feedback, compliments, or even the harshest critiques.

Benjamin King2 said:PowerISO doesn't support .uif; you'll need to convert it to an ISO or some other supported format first.

Wadafak?!?

Well, I suppose the only reason I even bothered installing PowerISO was because—quite clearly, it seems—I misread the specs and thought it actually supported that format. Is it my mistake? Most likely.

Historically, I've always stuck with UltraISO anyway.

Thnx.

Hm.

Greetings, everyone.

Just a quick one.

When I attempt to mount a .uif file using PowerISO,
I run into this specific error message:

"Name of file".uif, The file format is invalid or unsupported.

Strangely enough, UltraISO works perfectly fine on this very same machine—it mounts everything without a single hitch.

Now, there is a slight—and I mean tiny—possibility that the file didn't finish downloading completely,
but then again, I'm at a loss as to how to verify that with any actual certainty. 🤔

Any suggestions? 🙂

Eric Clapton—ideally somewhere in New York City
System of a Down
Rammstein
Pearl Jam
Sigur Ros
Manu Chao / mana Negro 🙏
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iiiiiii...... Linkin Park 😬 🙈

Karen Cook51 said:Look, being polite is great and all, but there’s a fine line between manners and just being extra. Chill out, man. 🙂

So, I gotta know—do you actually sit there using a knife and fork to eat stuff like Mars or Twix bars? 😁
And are you always this buttoned-up, or is this just a performance for the crowd?

Ha—only George Costanza would attempt something that absurd.🙏

Setting Sal aside for a moment.

The idea that there’s a lack of basic decorum in this part of the country—well, that’s old news at this point.

But then again, as others have pointed out, one shouldn't really lean into the extremes.🤷

Robert Martinez6 said:I don't have any answers for those provocative questions.
Quincy:

You think people on the street are primitives—based on nothing, really (like, imagine if someone didn't move out of your way).

You don't hold a conversation by standing right in the middle of the sidewalk and blocking everyone else from passing. Basic etiquette dictates you step to the side when you're talking.

gentlemaker79 said:You live in the States.

What you're describing is actually pretty standard everywhere else.😉

Since nothing is going to change in the next 50 years, maybe start planning your move out of here.

That was a lovely sentiment you shared there.

North American brother, the North America... what "etiquette" are we even talking about here? You'll just end up being labeled as some eccentric, schizo weirdo... or worse.

I’m not saying we shouldn't strive for better manners and higher standards of behavior.

But in these wilder parts of the world, you simply can't expect things to transform overnight. 🤷

brightwolf63 said:I need: a PCI-e graphics card

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My old card was an ATI x1650 with 512 MB—last night, a lightning strike took it out 😢 ; it handled CoD 2 & 4, PES 2008, Medieval 2, and the original F.E.A.R plus expansions without any issues...

What should I get? I don't mind used or refurbished.

Recommendations, please.
Thnx.

Hmm... now I am beginning to doubt if the graphics card was actually the culprit.

I pulled the card out of the case today to try and boot the PC, but even the integrated graphics failed to produce an image.

I attempted to reseat the RAM modules, but that didn't resolve anything either...

So, I am somewhat at a loss here... could it be the motherboard?

Ugh... this is certainly not what I needed right now.

I am currently in search of a PCI-e graphics card.

Operating System: Windows XP

Processor: AMD 2.2 GHz

I am currently looking at a set of RAM—specifically, two 1GB sticks of Kingmax running at 800 MHz.

Monitor setup: Samsung 19", topping out at a 1440x900 resolution.

My previous graphics card was an ATI x1650 with 512 MB of VRAM—but apparently, a lightning strike decided to end its life last night. 😢 It handled Call of Duty 2 and 4 without any issues—along with Pro Evolution Soccer 2008, Medieval II: Total War, and even the first F.E.A.R. plus its expansions...

What should I be looking at? Honestly, I’m open to suggestions—I wouldn't mind picking up something used if the deal is right.

Recommendations? I suppose we should start there. Given the breadth of the current market, what exactly are we looking to achieve? Are we discussing hardware specifications, software configurations, or perhaps something else entirely? Please, provide some context so we can have a meaningful discussion.
Thanks.

Paul Miller64 said:I’m expecting this to be a pretty entertaining flick.

It definitely leans into that God of War vibe

To say it "leans into it" is an understatement... 😁

It's a clean copy 😳

Hey there, Zorba — thanks for getting back to me so quickly... 👍

Greetings, everyone.

So, here’s the situation: I need to open a foreign currency account, and I find myself currently caught between three different options. Specifically:

a) JPMorgan Chase

b) Wells Fargo

c) Bank of America

I would certainly appreciate any advice, recommendations, or perhaps some firsthand experiences you might be willing to share... 🤔

Many thanks. 😉

Essentially, if there are three distinct banks under consideration, then one is naturally faced with a bit of a dilemma, isn't one? 😵

I hope I haven't rambled too much here... my intention was simply to be as clear as possible...😉

a) Get yourself to an optimal weight.
How is your diet looking—are you eating clean or just living on junk food?
It would be a real shame if, say, a constant diet of greasy burgers, fast food, and other indulgences caused a young man to lose his edge. Stick to plenty of fruits and vegetables, keep things lightly seasoned and low in fat... and don't overdo it on the alcohol & CIGARETTES!!! You wouldn't want to deal with the consequences in your later years!
(I have no idea if you drink at all, mind you, but I'm merely pointing it out)

b) Are you under stress? Specifically when you are together, I mean. Do thoughts of whatever is weighing you down keep creeping in? 🤷 Even if you find yourself spiraling into thoughts like, "Oh man, is this actually going to work?"—that kind of mindset can be incredibly counterproductive. Instead, try focusing on the fact that right there beside you, within arm's reach, is a beautiful, warm, soft woman who WANTS you. WANTS YOU!

Go get 'em! 😁

c) What is your communication like? Can the two of you truly talk? Are you able to tell her—"I'm not really feeling this," or "Let's try it this way instead"? 🤷 Take it slow, WITHOUT any pressure or force...

d) Now, others have already mentioned those Unknown exercises for you. Start practicing them. And remember—nothing changes overnight! 🙂 It’s a process!

e) Ah... oral sex? Foreplay? Those are powerful tools for boosting both your libido and hers... unleash the beast within you both 😍

So, that's my two cents; please don't take offense at my blunt approach.

Good luck 👍