[wplug] Core duos?

[Matthew White]

Zach,

A Core Duo is only 1 CPU- even though it has two cores, it only counts as 1 
unit.  So you shouldn't need to do anything to take advantage of its' 
features.  As for getting a desktop, newegg.com has some pre-built PC's and 
parts- so you could either build you own (the cheapest way) or get a 
pre-built one, without an OS on it (also not a bad way to go).  The prices 
at newegg are always less than retail.  Hope this helps!

Matt
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From: "Zach" <netrek at gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 2:20 AM
To: "General user list" <wplug at wplug.org>
Subject: [wplug] Core duos?

> I'm not getting a system yet but plan on doing so in a few months. If
> I get a core duo processor do I need a special linux kernel or must I
> enable something to make full use of the CPUs? BTW would this count as
> a SMP system (1 CPU or 2 CPUs?)?
>
> PS: Does anyone know of a site with good Linux friendly desktop
> systems besides www.madtux.org? I want to get the most for my
> relatively meager budget of $300 to $400 :-)
>
> Zach
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