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I've got a 512MB PC2100 module that has CAS 2-3-3. I'm looking to add one more 512mb module but I'd rather buy a PC2700 for future compatibility. The one I'm looking at is CAS 2.5-3-3. Would the 0.5 ...

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What's the first thing you do after buying a new computer? Apart from a good few fingers of scotch to dull the pain of your dwindling bank account? For me, the first online purchase with a new Mac is ...