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Posted 7/26/2004 4:17 AM


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I remember back in 1994, my first pc, a compaq.  in beige.  the only computers ive had since have all had beige cases.  back then beige was the only option.  now im debating if i should find a beige laptop for the nostalgic value...as well as the fact that i HATE the silver effects.

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No: Im not overwhelmed by the beige.
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colors chrome and wood, and everything are kewl.  but i think its nicer to have black around the front edges of the monitor itself.
i wanted to paint mine candy apple purple, but they were out of that color   i guess i should have saved a can from the 70's


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i really want like, a proper wooden case.  can you buy wooden pc cases or will i have to make one myself?  also is the varnish really flammable after drying?

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I prefer black or gray.

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[QUOTE=lethaldestiny]i really want like, a proper wooden case.  can you buy wooden pc cases or will i have to make one myself?  also is the varnish really flammable after drying?[/QUOTE]

sombody online makes reallynice ones, i dont know who it is, but you do lose passive heat syncing of the case, that is why aluminum is becomming popular.
i was thinking more along the lines of a wood 'photo finish'  or contact paper :-)  oh well what a cheapskate i am.


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i prefer Black or beige



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For laptops, I definately prefer black or silver.



For desktops, beige doesn't bother me, but I prefer silver, or that clear plexiglass stuff that some people make.


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