Great Questions Regarding Premium List Dog Shows http://bit.ly/pEnfaP Charles asks…What is a fun run at dog shows?I'm planning in showing in conformation&juniors at a Shawnee, OK show. On the premium list it said "All-breed fun run" What is that?
http://bit.ly/nUkrdY#page=16
That's where it said.
I thought it had to do with loure-coursing.
So can i do it with a papillon?
I am not calling, I have very bad social problems.Larry McCann answers:Actually it specifically refers to lure coursing. A fun run in this situation would be where any breed (even not sight hounds) can run - for fun - typically there is a fee.

Indian Nations Basenji Club are good folks. If you have a question call the name and phone number related to that.Donna asks…AKC Show Premium List - confusing?So, I'm showing in the bred-by class, and I was looking through the premium list and it said this:

"FRIDAY - BRED-BY-EXHIBITOR
BREED•GROUP•BEST IN SHOW
Competition is offered for dogs & bitches entered and exhibited in the bred-by-exhibitor classes to
compete for Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor through Best in Show Bred-By-Exhibitor. Dogs that win
Best of Breed or Best of Winners in the regular conformation classes are automatically Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor."

When they say "Dogs that win Best of Breed or Best of Winners in the regular conformation classes are automatically Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor" I really get confused there... I know they mean any dog that gets BOW/BOB from the BRED-BY class is auto. best Bred-By. But, at first anyone could probably think "If a dog or b!tch from the American Bred or Open class goes BOW or BOB it is automatically best Bred-By"

So, my question, if anyone could get confused on that, why do they have it worded like that? Why don't they say "If a dog or b!tch goes BOW or BOB from the bred-by class, it is best Bred-By"?
I haven't shown under any of these judges yet, and I'm just showing in bred-by Friday and Puppy Saturday for the dogs' experience.Larry McCann answers:They worded it very poorly. What a silly mistake.

But, maybe most people are like me, and barely read premiums. I flip it open, skip to judges, decide if I like the judges or not, and that's about it. XD

Add:
Well, good luck. Hope you bring some points home.Mandy asks…In which of the following would you find information such as directions to a local dog show?A) Show catalog
B) AKC registration
C) Premium list
D) The AKC GazetteLarry McCann answers:It is normally in the show scheduleBetty asks…Is there some kind of list that insurance companies use (for home insurance).....?to rate breeds of dogs before issuing a policy to you? Is this listed on line? I have some friends that have Pits and Rotties and their insurance it higher because of the dogs they own...but these dogs are wonderful, no aggression issues and they have obedience, CD, CGC titles for their dogs...

I have a Husky and a Bernese Mtn dog...are these breeds on the 'bad' list?

If your breed is listed on the 'bad' list, shouldn't the insurance company look at the 'dog' itself instead of the breed? Why should I pay a higher premium if my dog has Obedience, Show titles etc...Should the insurance companies at least LOOK at the titles that the dogs have? The AKC doesn't just 'hand' out titles to dogs. They have to EARN them thru hard work between the owner and dog.

Your thoughts?Larry McCann answers:It is a shame, but it seems to be a case of the "good" owners having to pay because of the "bad" owners. I can understand the insurance company's refusal to consider AKC titles because it's not the AKC that will have to pay a claim if a situation arises...William asks…Do you think breeder contracts are fair?So, I've been looking for a puppy and I've noticed that a lot of breeders now make you sign a contract. Some of them are great because they simply list things such as the puppy will be well-cared for, not abused, and if the owner gives up the puppy at any time, the breeder gets him/her back. A lot also have spay-neuter contracts for dogs who will be strictly pets, which isn't too bad. But I've noticed others are pretty demanding. Some restrict the foods you can feed it. I've even seen one that listed several "premium" foods you couldn't use and some of them even make you agree to an all-natural diet. Others mandate that you name the dog like "Kennels' dog," which seems a little ridiculous. I mean, the dog is mine now, not theirs anymore. Why should I name him/her as if he's theirs, especially if he'll just be a pet and not a show dog or a breeder? So what are your thoughts on these contracts? Do you think they are fair? What parts do you agree/disagree with?
Oh and don't worry, I don't plan on buying a puppy from any of them. I'm just curious to see if everyone thinks some of the contracts (and breeders) are a little crazy like I do.Larry McCann answers:Every breeder is different. As a breeder of Standard Poodles, I wanted my clients to agree to the first 3 things you listed.
The food issue is to make sure your pup is getting all the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. The all natural diet is for your pets health. You should feed your pup as you like, however foods that have many "fillers" are not good for your dog. Plus you have more yard waste. I usually give samples of CANIDAE with my pups. It is an all natural diet including chicken, rice and vitamins, that's it. Your dog doesn't need extra fillers that could cause allergies, etc.
The "kennel name" thing is one I never insisted on yet I would explain it to my clients. What they mean by the name is when you register the dog with the AKC, you also get your dog's lineage. For example, My kennel name is "Dallion". So you have thirty spaces on the form you send in to give the dog a paper name. So maybe a client would decide on a favorable name such as "Dallion's Cleopatra". They would have selected the name based on the breeding line. In one instance they did call the female "Cleo". But you can decide what to name your dog. The pedigree is to show the lineage with the AKC and nothing more. I just purchased a new pup from Ohio. He came from High Hope Acres. So I named him
High Hope's Merlin's Magic. He goes by Merlin.
So don't worry about the name. Once you get the papers, it will be up to you. It's just that if the dog comes from a long line of Champions in the ring and you give him the Kennel name, it also proves what line he comes from. I hope this helps!Powered by Yahoo! Answers

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Charles asks?

What is a fun run at dog shows?

I'm planning in showing in conformation&juniors at a Shawnee, OK show. On the premium list it said "All-breed fun run" What is that?
http://bit.ly/nUkrdY#page=16
That's where it said.
I thought it had to do with loure-coursing.
So can i do it with a papillon?
I am not calling, I have very bad social problems.

Larry McCann answers:

Actually it specifically refers to lure coursing. A fun run in this situation would be where any breed (even not sight hounds) can run - for fun - typically there is a fee.

Indian Nations Basenji Club are good folks. If you have a question call the name and phone number related to that.

Donna asks?

AKC Show Premium List - confusing?

So, I'm showing in the bred-by class, and I was looking through the premium list and it said this:

"FRIDAY - BRED-BY-EXHIBITOR
BREED?GROUP?BEST IN SHOW
Competition is offered for dogs & bitches entered and exhibited in the bred-by-exhibitor classes to
compete for Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor through Best in Show Bred-By-Exhibitor. Dogs that win
Best of Breed or Best of Winners in the regular conformation classes are automatically Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor."

When they say "Dogs that win Best of Breed or Best of Winners in the regular conformation classes are automatically Best of Breed Bred-By-Exhibitor" I really get confused there... I know they mean any dog that gets BOW/BOB from the BRED-BY class is auto. best Bred-By. But, at first anyone could probably think "If a dog or b!tch from the American Bred or Open class goes BOW or BOB it is automatically best Bred-By"

So, my question, if anyone could get confused on that, why do they have it worded like that? Why don't they say "If a dog or b!tch goes BOW or BOB from the bred-by class, it is best Bred-By"?
I haven't shown under any of these judges yet, and I'm just showing in bred-by Friday and Puppy Saturday for the dogs' experience.

Larry McCann answers:

They worded it very poorly. What a silly mistake.

But, maybe most people are like me, and barely read premiums. I flip it open, skip to judges, decide if I like the judges or not, and that's about it. XD

Add:
Well, good luck. Hope you bring some points home.

Mandy asks?

In which of the following would you find information such as directions to a local dog show?

A) Show catalog
B) AKC registration
C) Premium list
D) The AKC Gazette

Larry McCann answers:

It is normally in the show schedule

Betty asks?

Is there some kind of list that insurance companies use (for home insurance).....?

to rate breeds of dogs before issuing a policy to you? Is this listed on line? I have some friends that have Pits and Rotties and their insurance it higher because of the dogs they own...but these dogs are wonderful, no aggression issues and they have obedience, CD, CGC titles for their dogs...

I have a Husky and a Bernese Mtn dog...are these breeds on the 'bad' list?

If your breed is listed on the 'bad' list, shouldn't the insurance company look at the 'dog' itself instead of the breed? Why should I pay a higher premium if my dog has Obedience, Show titles etc...Should the insurance companies at least LOOK at the titles that the dogs have? The AKC doesn't just 'hand' out titles to dogs. They have to EARN them thru hard work between the owner and dog.

Your thoughts?

Larry McCann answers:

It is a shame, but it seems to be a case of the "good" owners having to pay because of the "bad" owners. I can understand the insurance company's refusal to consider AKC titles because it's not the AKC that will have to pay a claim if a situation arises...

William asks?

Do you think breeder contracts are fair?

So, I've been looking for a puppy and I've noticed that a lot of breeders now make you sign a contract. Some of them are great because they simply list things such as the puppy will be well-cared for, not abused, and if the owner gives up the puppy at any time, the breeder gets him/her back. A lot also have spay-neuter contracts for dogs who will be strictly pets, which isn't too bad. But I've noticed others are pretty demanding. Some restrict the foods you can feed it. I've even seen one that listed several "premium" foods you couldn't use and some of them even make you agree to an all-natural diet. Others mandate that you name the dog like "Kennels' dog," which seems a little ridiculous. I mean, the dog is mine now, not theirs anymore. Why should I name him/her as if he's theirs, especially if he'll just be a pet and not a show dog or a breeder? So what are your thoughts on these contracts? Do you think they are fair? What parts do you agree/disagree with?
Oh and don't worry, I don't plan on buying a puppy from any of them. I'm just curious to see if everyone thinks some of the contracts (and breeders) are a little crazy like I do.

Larry McCann answers:

Every breeder is different. As a breeder of Standard Poodles, I wanted my clients to agree to the first 3 things you listed.
The food issue is to make sure your pup is getting all the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. The all natural diet is for your pets health. You should feed your pup as you like, however foods that have many "fillers" are not good for your dog. Plus you have more yard waste. I usually give samples of CANIDAE with my pups. It is an all natural diet including chicken, rice and vitamins, that's it. Your dog doesn't need extra fillers that could cause allergies, etc.
The "kennel name" thing is one I never insisted on yet I would explain it to my clients. What they mean by the name is when you register the dog with the AKC, you also get your dog's lineage. For example, My kennel name is "Dallion". So you have thirty spaces on the form you send in to give the dog a paper name. So maybe a client would decide on a favorable name such as "Dallion's Cleopatra". They would have selected the name based on the breeding line. In one instance they did call the female "Cleo". But you can decide what to name your dog. The pedigree is to show the lineage with the AKC and nothing more. I just purchased a new pup from Ohio. He came from High Hope Acres. So I named him
High Hope's Merlin's Magic. He goes by Merlin.
So don't worry about the name. Once you get the papers, it will be up to you. It's just that if the dog comes from a long line of Champions in the ring and you give him the Kennel name, it also proves what line he comes from. I hope this helps!

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The problem has been that previous techniques needed in order to use Social media sites would mean a ton of work had to be done and was very tedious because we had to login to each to make posts. And also required us to remember to make posts on a regular basis for each site.

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David asks…

with premium bonds what's the definition of bond 'value' and holding?

and whats the difference?

on the winners list for example someone has a bond value of £50, but a holding of £495?
hi
no this is not the case.

the person who had a bond value of £50 and a holding of 495 won £100,000

http://bit.ly/qzLabo

have a look at the link for this months winners list i cant make out what the bond value represents.

Larry McCann answers:

If you buy 100 bonds for £100 i.e. 100 numbers (000001 to 000100) and one wins a £50 prize re-invested (500001 to 500050) then you will have a holding of £150 ,of two bond values of £100 and £50. So the bond value is the sequence of consecutive numbers held ,when totalled gives your holding.

Laura asks…

Looking to get a laptop from Aaron's mainly for MMO gaming. Nothing intense. Need help choosing.?

I would highly appreciate some help in choosing the right laptop here. Going out of town tonight, looking to pick one up today. Looking to lease so that's primarily why im purchasing from aarons.

http://bit.ly/qrsDcC is the webpage of there available laptops. But i'll list the ones I seem most interested in here.

Dell 15.6" AMD Athlon II Notebook
* AMD Athlon II dual-core mobile processor
* 3GB DDR3 memory
* 320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
* ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 graphics
* 15.6" high-definition LED display
* Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
* Integrated high-definition audio 2.2
* 8X DVD+/-RW DUAL LAYER DRIVE
* Integrated network card
* Microsoft Office Starter Edition
* Integrated 1.3 pixel webcam

Toshiba 15.6" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop
o Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
o AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Mobile Processor P340 (2.2 GHz)
o ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 256MB-1405MB
o 4GB DDR3 1066MHz System Memory (max 8GB)
o 320GB (5400 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
o HDMI Port

Toshiba 17.3" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop
* Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
* AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Mobile Processor P340 (2.2 GHz)
* ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 256MB-1405MB
* 4GB DDR3 1066MHz System Memory (max 8GB)
* 320GB (5400 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
* 17.3" diagonal LED backlit widescreen TruBrite® TFT display, 1600 x 900 native resolution (HD+)
* HDMI Port

Dell 17.3" Intel Pentium Laptop
* Intel Pentium P6200 Processor (2.13GHZ)
* 3GB DDR3 System Memory
* 320GB SATA HARD DRIVE (5400RPM)
* 17.3” HD+ LED display
* Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium, 64 Bit
* HDMI Port



Not very intense graphic games. Looking to play games such as Rift, World of warcraft etc..

Larry McCann answers:

I would personally buy the Toshiba 17.3" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop out of all of these choices but a would also recommend that you buy a Gateway. They are great for low graphic gaming and can easily play Wow with high graphic settings. The NV series is becoming poplar now.

Donna asks…

New netbook! Which of these dumb programs (bloatware, blah) can/should be removed?

I don't even know what most of these are! A list of what to keep might be shorter. Please don't tell me to delete anything that will mess up the cloud backup, my ability to get on the internet, my webcam, the special keys, yada yada.

--------------------------------------

acrobat.com
adobe AIR
adobe flash player 10 activeX
adobe reader 9.1 MUI
asus app store
asus vibe
asus webstorage
asus screensaver
asusupdate for eee pc
atheros client installation program
atheros communications Inc.(R)...
boingo wi-fi
broadcom wireless network adapter
capshook
chicken invaders 2 (<-------------wtf is this?)
controle active X windows live mes pour connexio...
cyberlink youcam
ebi.bookreader3J
eee docking 3.8.1
eeesplended
etdware PS/2-86...
fontresizer
game park console
hotkey service
intel(r) graphics media accelorator driver
intell R matrix storage manager
liveupdate
localeMe
Microsoft Office 2010 (<---- I will probably uninstall this since I like Open Office better and it looks like a trial version anyway)
microsoft wilverlight
microsoft SQL Server 2005 compact edition
microsoft visuall C++ 2008 redistrubutable x86...
msxml 4.0 sp2 (KB973688)
mszml 4.0 sp3 Parser (kb973685)
ralink RT2860 wireless lan card
realtek high definition audio driver
srs premium sound control panel
super gybrid engine
syncables desktop se
times reader
trend micro titanium
widcomm bluetooth software
windows live essentials 2011
windows live mesh -active x besturingselement vo...
windows live mesh activex control for remote con... (<-----this is written like 4 times, I don't know the difference between them)
sorry for typos...
@Hugh: It's annoying when I start windows up though cuz I always get popups saying "UPDATE NOW!" and shiz :/

Larry McCann answers:

Chicken Invaders is probably a game, (Love the name!), but you should just run it once to be sure.
The other stuff may be useful from time to time, so use the machine for a while before deleting any of it.
None of these look like major space users, so I wouldn't spend any time worrying about them.

Donald asks…

is this a good PC deal for 900 $?

for gaming, all i need to do is up the graphics card with a higher power supply, so besides that, is this a good deal?
i am from Canada, so this PC wud prolly be like 800 bucks in US
tell me what u think, thanx =)

HP Desktop Computer featuring Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 and 24" LCD Monitor


Base Features
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q6600
Processor Speed 2.40GHz
RAM 4096MB PC2-6400 DDR2
Hard Drive Speed/Capacity 640GB 7200RPM SATA
Optical Drives DVD Burner w/ LightScribe
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 9300 GE
Pre-loaded Operating System Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition w/ SP1


Graphics
Dedicated Video Memory Yes
Shared Video Memory Up To 2047MB
TV Tuner No
Video Memory 256MB Dedicated Graphics


Display
HDCP Compliant Yes
Native Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200
Screen Size/Type Vivid Color 24" Widescreen Flat Panel


Audio
Audio Output 8-Speaker Surround Configurable
Digital Input No
Digital Output No
Integrated Microphone Integrated Rear Facing Active Speakers
Line Out Yes
Line-In input Yes
Microphone Input Yes
Sound Card High Definition Audio
Speaker Wattage Not Listed
Speakers Yes - On Monitor


Networking
Ethernet Port 10/100/1000
Integrated Bluetooth No
Integrated WiFi No


Inputs/Outputs
Card Reader 15-In-1 Memory Card Reader
Component Output No
Composite Output No
DVI Output Capabilities on Graphic Card
E-SATA Not Applicable
FireWire (IEEE 1394) 1 - Front, 1 - Back
HDMI Capabilities on Graphic Card
Keyboard HP Multimedia Keyboard
Modem 56K Modem
Mouse HP Optical Mouse
Remote No
S-Video Output No
USB 2.0 2 - Front, 4 - Back
VGA Output Yes
Webcam No


Computing Features
Available AGP Slots Not Applicable
Available Hard Drive Bays 2 Internal 3.5" (One Available)
Available Memory Slots 4 Total (Occupied)
Available Optical Bays 2 External 5.25" (One Available)
Available PCI Slots 2 PCI Express x1 Slots (One Available)
Available PCI-E Slots 1 PCI Express x16 Slot (Occupied)
Power Supply Not Provided By Manufacturer
Processor Cache 4MB L2 Cache
Removable Storage Pocket Media Drive Bay (Sold Separately)
System Bus 1066MHz Front Side Bus

Larry McCann answers:

These are nice specs except for this:

Graphics
Dedicated Video Memory Yes
Shared Video Memory Up To 2047MB
TV Tuner No
Video Memory 256MB Dedicated Graphics

You will want at least 512MB of dedicated graphics memory. For most current games, you will want 1GB of video memory

Sandra asks…

how much can i sell my old laptop for?

what would get me the most, but not be too high to scare anyone off.

its an HP
AMD Turion 64 x 2 TL-50 1.6GHz
1024 MB system memory
120 GB hardrive
Windows XP Media Center Edition, Vista premium ready
15.4" High-Definition BrightView Widescreen Display
Lightscribe Super Multi 8x DVD R/RW drive
Integrated 5-in-1 digital media reader
NVIDIA Geforce Go 6150 graphics with up to 128MB shared video memory

Only problem is the power jack needs to be fixed ( $120-180) and the battery is also weak and a few of the keys stick and stuff.

How much should I list it for?
thanks!

Larry McCann answers:

Since it needs fixes, sell it $100 less than you got it. What year is it? If it's older than 5 years, you might not even be able to sell it. People don't like old computers. :)

Mary asks…

Which of these 2 Laptops is more durable and better?

I need a laptop that would last me 4 years (they both have 4 year warranty) but i want to be safe from the need to update, and i have a tight budget and need to choose between these 2 HP laptops only:

CHOICE 1: HP Pavilion DV6-2170 ($1627)

Intel Quad Core i7-720QM 4GB Ram 640GB HDD (5200 RPM) DVDRW-LS 15.6" LED LAN, WIFI GT230M 1GB up to 2.8GB VGA Fingerprint /Bluetooth/Cam/Windows 7 Premium 64-Bit
__________________________________________________________________________________
CHOICE 2: HP Pavilion DV6-2130 ($1392)

-Processor Intel® Quad Core i3-330
-Hard Disk 500GB 7200 RPM
-Memory 4GB RAM
-Screen 15.6” High Definition with Infinity Display
-DVD LightScribe DVD Writer
-Wireless Lan/Bluetooth/4 USB/HDMI Connector/VGA Port/Card Reader/Gigabit LAN/Express Card
Video Graphic Adapter
-Nvidia GeForce GT 105M with 512k Dedicated Graphics/Integrated Webcam
-Operating System Microsoft® Windows 7™ premium (64 bit)

Which is better? (prices listed as they are in my country)
pleasee help! thanks!
(laptop will be mainly used for daily multitasking, some light video editing, bowsing, presentations, light gaming (sims 3), it must be durable and well equipped with a limited budget.) Thanks.
Correction: Hp Pavilion DV6 2170 is $1800

Larry McCann answers:

Both are nice, i like choice one though, has more hard drive space, webcam.. But, if tight on money, choice two would work for you. ~

Maria asks…

I'm wanting to buy a laptop and I need some tips!:)?

Hi, I want to buy a brand new acer laptop for $400.00
Does this looks good?
Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Acer
Processor Type: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Type: Laptop/Notebook
Processor Speed: 1.6 GHz Screen Size: 15.6 inches
Processor Configuration: Dual Core Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Memory (RAM): 3 GB Primary Drive: DVD+/-RW
Hard Drive Capacity: 320 GB

Larry McCann answers:

Good laptop
http://bit.ly/clDMLg%3Daps&field-keywords=acer+laptop&x=0&y=0&ih=1_4_4_0_1_0_0_1_0_1.100_57&fsc=-1&tag=klnprk-20

Also check out at Ebay there are really good deals going
http://bit.ly/rhMBWt%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dlaptop%26_sacat%3d0%26_odkw%3dlaptop%26_osacat%3d0%26bkBtn%3d%26_trksid%3dm270

Nancy asks…

Steam games won't launch?

I've had Steam for a while and none of my games will launch. I only have two games, TF2 and L4D2. I can't get either of them to work, and even downloaded other game demos to figure out if it was Valve, and those demos didn't work either. I found a work-around for L4D2 (copying the exe from the Steam folder to the desktop) But it seems TF2 needs to be launched from Steam, so any methods you could list would be appreciated.

Specs:

Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Intel(R) HD Graphics (Core i3)
Realtek High Definition Audio
6144MB RAM
DirectX 11
Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 CPU
System Manufacturer: Gateway
Model #: DX4831

Let me know if I forgot anything.
This is a new install of steam.
Things I've tried:
Un-installing and re-installing steam.
Un-installing and re-installing my games.
Deleting the .blob file
Allowing it full access to my computer
Defragmenting everything
Verifying the integrity of my game cache

It's probably a problem with steam, since I can still play L4D2 perfectly without using steam, but I need a fix so I can play TF2.

Larry McCann answers:

Did you recently upgrade to Win7, or was this a new install?

Have you deleted local content, and reinstalled?

[EDIT: "I tried all that gibbedy jab."

Then you need to ask on the Steam forums. Apparently its i really easy to trip up their installer...
Http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1160981
]

Daniel asks…

XPS 1730 Customized or Basic ro keep my current HP?

i was looking at the XPS 1730 http://bit.ly/pZMXdR~oid=us~en~29~xpsnb_m1730_anav2~~T531pMI_&m_3=4G2D6&m_8=320GB&mo=3~4G2D6&mo=8~320GB and im currently in a closed beta (not going to say which) but the HP runs extremely slow, so i was wondering if i were to get the 1730 would it be better to save the money and get just the basic or should i customize it, would it still be able to play new games with good FPS with good graphics

right now im using an HP short specs list is this:

OS Windows Vista? Home Premium (6.0, Build 6001) Service Pack 1 (6001.vistasp1_gdr.080917-1612)
System MFG Hewlett-Packard
System Model Hewlett-Packard
System Bios PhoenixBIOS 4.0 Release 6.1
System Proc AMD Turion(tm) 64 X2 Mobile Technology TL-60 (2 CPUs), ~2.0GHz
System Memory 3838MB RAM
System Page File 1049MB used, 6812MB available
System DX Version DirectX 10
Display Card NVIDIA GeForce 7150M / nForce 630M
Display Chip Type GeForce 7150M / nForce 630M
Display Memory 1065 MB
Display Driver Name nvd3dum,nvd3dumx.dll,nvwgf2um, nvwgf2umx.dll
Display Driver Version 7.15.0011.6743 (English)
Sound Description Speakers (Conexant High Definition SmartAudio 221)
Sound Driver Name CHDRT64.sys
Sound Driver Version 4.36.0007.0000 (English)

Larry McCann answers:

I think you should keep your HP. No reason to get a new computer when you current computer is already close to the top of the line.

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Great Questions Regarding Premium Listing Definition http://bit.ly/ooquT5 David asks…with premium bonds what's the definition of bond 'value' and holding?and whats the difference?

on the winners list for example someone has a bond value of £50, but a holding of £495?
hi
no this is not the case.

the person who had a bond value of £50 and a holding of 495 won £100,000

http://bit.ly/qzLabo

have a look at the link for this months winners list i cant make out what the bond value represents.Larry McCann answers:If you buy 100 bonds for £100 i.e. 100 numbers (000001 to 000100) and one wins a £50 prize re-invested (500001 to 500050) then you will have a holding of £150 ,of two bond values of £100 and £50. So the bond value is the sequence of consecutive numbers held ,when totalled gives your holding.Laura asks…Looking to get a laptop from Aaron's mainly for MMO gaming. Nothing intense. Need help choosing.?I would highly appreciate some help in choosing the right laptop here. Going out of town tonight, looking to pick one up today. Looking to lease so that's primarily why im purchasing from aarons.

http://bit.ly/qrsDcC is the webpage of there available laptops. But i'll list the ones I seem most interested in here.

Dell 15.6" AMD Athlon II Notebook
* AMD Athlon II dual-core mobile processor
* 3GB DDR3 memory
* 320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
* ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 graphics
* 15.6" high-definition LED display
* Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
* Integrated high-definition audio 2.2
* 8X DVD+/-RW DUAL LAYER DRIVE
* Integrated network card
* Microsoft Office Starter Edition
* Integrated 1.3 pixel webcam

Toshiba 15.6" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop
o Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
o AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Mobile Processor P340 (2.2 GHz)
o ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 256MB-1405MB
o 4GB DDR3 1066MHz System Memory (max 8GB)
o 320GB (5400 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
o HDMI Port

Toshiba 17.3" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop
* Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
* AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Mobile Processor P340 (2.2 GHz)
* ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 Graphics with 256MB-1405MB
* 4GB DDR3 1066MHz System Memory (max 8GB)
* 320GB (5400 RPM) SATA hard disk drive
* 17.3" diagonal LED backlit widescreen TruBrite® TFT display, 1600 x 900 native resolution (HD+)
* HDMI Port

Dell 17.3" Intel Pentium Laptop
* Intel Pentium P6200 Processor (2.13GHZ)
* 3GB DDR3 System Memory
* 320GB SATA HARD DRIVE (5400RPM)
* 17.3” HD+ LED display
* Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium, 64 Bit
* HDMI Port



Not very intense graphic games. Looking to play games such as Rift, World of warcraft etc..Larry McCann answers:I would personally buy the Toshiba 17.3" AMD ATHLON II P340 Laptop out of all of these choices but a would also recommend that you buy a Gateway. They are great for low graphic gaming and can easily play Wow with high graphic settings. The NV series is becoming poplar now.Donna asks…New netbook! Which of these dumb programs (bloatware, blah) can/should be removed?I don't even know what most of these are! A list of what to keep might be shorter. Please don't tell me to delete anything that will mess up the cloud backup, my ability to get on the internet, my webcam, the special keys, yada yada.