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RE: [Digital BW] Ideal Windows computer spec

2004-08-16 by Paul D. DeRocco

> From: yaakovsinclair [mailto:sinclair@...]
>
> Second.  Given that Windows is on a par with Mac, what would be an
> ideal spec for a fast Windows machine.

With respect to video cards, don't waste your money on high-end 3D graphics
cards, unless you're also heavily into gaming. For photo editing, you want a
graphics card that can support high resolution 2D at good scan rates. Matrox
fits the bill nicely. A dual head card with two monitors can also be a plus.
However, be aware that Windows can't do independent color management on two
different monitors, so if you go that route, either reserve one monitor for
displaying pictures, or get two identical monitors.

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Ciao,               Paul D. DeRocco
Paul                mailto:pderocco@...

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