is this a good computer that will run games with no lag?
Processor:

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 Processor
Leaders of the pack seeking monster performance, look no further. With four execution cores, the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multi-tasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Whether you’re creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. Pioneer the new world of quad-core and unleash the power of multi-threading.

Motherboard:
ASRock P45X3 Deluxe

1. LGA 775 for Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® Dual Core / Celeron® Dual Core / Celeron®, supporting Penryn Quad Core Yorkfield and Dual Core Wolfdale processors
2. ASRock DuraCap (2.5 x longer life time), 100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors
3. Intel® P45 + ICH10 Chipsets
4. Advanced V8 Power Phase Design
5. Compatible with FSB2000/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz
6. Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800, 4 x DIMM slots, Max. capacity up to 16GB

* Supports ATI™ CrossFireX™
* 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (blue @ x16 mode, orange @ x8 mode)
* 6 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug functions
* 1 x Powered eSATAII/USB Connector
* Supports 2 x IEEE 1394 ports (one port on back panel, one header on board)
* PCIE Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
* Supports ASRock Instant Boot, Instant Flash
* Supports Smart BIOS, ASRock OC Tuner, Intelligent Energy Saver
* 7.1 CH Windows® Vista™ Premium Level HD Audio (ALC888 Audio Codec)
* Windows® Vista™ Premium 2008 Logo Ready
* I/O Panel: 1 x Coaxial SPDIF Out Port, 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port, 1 x IEEE 1394 Port, 7 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports, 1 x Powered eSATAII/USB Connector, 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED, 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED

Video Card:

HIS H567Q512 Radeon HD 5670 Video Card (2 of them in Crossfire Mode)

Get ready for a riveting high-definition gaming experience with the new HIS ATI Radeon HD 5670 video card. Yes, the long wait is finally over. Now every gamer and extreme PC freak’s dreams will come true, because the visual fireworks you’ll experience with this high-powered card will dazzle you like never before. In fact, you’ll be able to expand your visual real estate across as many as three displays, while getting lost in the action with revolutionary ATI Eyefinity Technology.

The HIS Radeon HD 5670’s ATI Stream technology will accelerate even the most demanding applications, which will allow you to do more than ever with your PC. And the ATI Radeon HD 5670 graphics processor is the first ever to deliver full support for Microsoft’s all new DirectX 11. This spectacular new GPU delivers rich, realistic visuals and explosive HD gaming performance so you’ll completely dominate the competition! Plus, this HIS ATI Radeon HD 5600 Series graphics processor is ready for Microsoft Windows 7. Other essential features include 40nm Process Technology, 2nd Generation TeraScale Engine, PCI 2.0 x16 bus interface, Advanced 512MB/128-bit GDDR5 memory interface, HDMI 1.3 support with Deep Color, and 7.1 High Bitrate Audio. The list of bleeding-edge technologies goes on and on. Onchip HDCP support. ATI Avivo HD support. Dynamic power management with ATI PowerPlay technology, including memory clocks. Dolby TrueHD and DTSHD Mater Audio support. Get ready to play tomorrow’s games today with the new HIS ATI Radeon HD 5670 video card.
Memory:
Hard Drive: 1TB Hitachi Deskstar 7200rpm Hard Disk

Ram: 4gb DDR3

Optical:
Lite-On IHOS104 Blu Ray ROM
Shopping for a new blu-ray drive can be an overwhelming task that could leave you indecisive. The Lite-On IHOS104 Blu Ray ROM makes the choice clear, it’s fast access time and high data transfer rate speaks for itself. Not to mention, the Lite-On IHOS104 Blu Ray ROM supports a wide array of CD and DVD formats, so you can enjoy all your favorite media! Thanks to the Lite-On IHOS104 Blu Ray ROM’s SMART-X function, it smartly adjusts CD-DA, VCD, DVD data extraction to a fastest allowable speed according to both data request rate from host and disk quality.

ASUS DRW-24B1ST/BLS/B/AS 24X DVDRW Drive
The ASUS DRW-24B1ST/BLS/B/AS 24X DVDRW Drive is capable of reading and writing data on DVD±R/±RW, DVDRAM formats. The ASUS DRW-24B1ST/BLS/B/AS 24X DVDRW Drive is a power saving drive and allows you to permanently delete the data on rewritable discs. The ASUS DRW-24B1ST/BLS/B/AS 24X DVDRW Drive provides you with flexibility and efficiency in terms of multimedia data storage and sharing.

Case:
APEX Vortex 3620
The APEX Vortex 3620 stands out in the world of PC cases that is dominated by black and silver colors. It’s bold enough for gaming, yet fits perfectly into places like your home or office. B

I was helping my friend out today to download a software on her computer. she is not a very technical person. technology is alien to her.
her pc ‘box’ is very old..
so i download the software and drivers. only to find that she has absolutely no USB ports AT ALL.
so now i’m wondering what are her options?
I’ve seen USB Hubs but they connect to a USB on your pc and my friend has NONE.
she cant really afford a new computer and like i said hers works fine and is considerably fast considering.
so what can she do?

I have the option to buy two laptops and I nerd one today.. The first is a slightly used HP dv 7 for 0 and the next is a brand new in box Dell for 0

specs on the Dell:
* Dell Studio Laptop with Intel® Core™ i5 Processor
* 9-cell prismatic battery
* AC power cable
* Software: Microsoft Works 9.0 and more
* Owner’s manual

Product Features

* Intel® Core™ i5-430M processor
Features a 3MB cache and 2.53GHz processor speed.
* The all new 2010 Intel® Core™ i5 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance with a speed boost.
* Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don’t. Intel® HD Graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
* 4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power.
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
To create custom DVDs and CDs.
* 15.6" WLED high-definition widescreen display
With 1366 x 768 resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
* 500GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
* Intel® HD graphics
For lush images. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV. Two built-in stereo speakers with SRS Premium Sound support.
* Intel® Wireless Display technology
Lets you wirelessly stream online media and personal content from the laptop to your HDTV through your home network, so you can enjoy Internet TV, videos, photos and more on your big screen.
* Built-in webcam
Makes it easy to chat with family and friends.
* 7-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCard Plus, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO formats.
* 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
* Built-in Intel® 6200 wireless half mini card (802.11b/g/n)
Connects to the Internet without wires.
* Built-in Dell wireless 365 Bluetooth internal mini card
For linking with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
* Built-in 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN
For quick and easy wired Web connection.
* Weighs only 5.5 lbs. and measures just 1" thin
For easy portability.
* Long battery life
Of up to 6 hours and 3 minutes to give you more time away from an outlet.
* Backlit keyboard
For increased visibility in poor lighting conditions.
* Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
* Software package included
With Microsoft Works 9.0 and more. 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 included.

Specs on the HP
SPECS ON THE HP

CPU: AMD Turious II Ultra Dual-core Mobile M620 2.50 Ghz
Memory: 4.0 GB
HDD: 500GB
Display: 17 inch monitor.
Ports: 3 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 LAN, 1 multi-card slot
disc drive: Blu-Ray drive, CD/DVD-R with Lightscribe capability.
OS: Windows 7 64-bit Home Premium
Misc: bluetooth compatable, has volume controls and play/pause controls in sensor near power button. includes small remote device which allows controlvolume/playback/ect via IR

I checked the IMEI number and it says the following:

Your IMEI Number is currently blocked by Telstra since 24 November 2009 8:29 AM

What does this mean?

ok, i have windows 7 installed, ive created a second partition, and want to install windows me (i know the WORST OS EVER. but i want it. now if i run the me install like normal (fdisk, format X:) and install on that partition will it automatically boot to windows 7 or ME and if it boots to me how do i change that, and how do i choose an operating system on startup (ie. do i need to install GRUB). please help and dont tell me virtualization i dont want that. a
well i wanna use me cuz i have an install disk, if i like the way the install goes im gonna buy a 98 disk.