Winnow wrote:I wasn't calling you a jackass because you won't...I was implying that you don't know what you're talking about when it comes to OCing. The safe path is always an option.
While I agree I am not up on all the latest overclocking techniques because I choose not to be, for reasons I've already stated, I don't think that's a sign of intelligence or lack thereof, just something I'm choosing not to spend any time on... for reasons I've already stated.
Last I checked, both of our PCs are running flawlessly. I'm basing this on the fact that I just checked connectivity to mine, and that you're still posting so your computer hasn't exploded in a ball of flame. That said, there is really nothing here worth arguing about. I'm simply making a recommendation. I'm very happy that you're successfully overclocking, and I think anyone who, like yourself, understands the risks can do whatever they like to their PC.
Given that this thread is primarily directed to individuals who are unfamiliar with building PCs and considering purchasing a pre-integrated PC, I don't really feel that overclocking is something they should be concerned with.
Again, this is my personal opinion, and again, if your PC performs well overclocked, I congratulate you. I respect your opinion with regards to PCs in general Winnow, moreso than the majority of the posters on this board (I was fairly certain I'd made that clear in the past), but I don't appreciate veiled and direct insults with regards to PC integration/graphics card choice.
As an addendum: I have always used and purchased Intel processors, and I'm assuming you have one now based on your posts on this thread. I'm curious why not an AMD since you seem to be very concerned about price and the ability to overclock. I was under the impression, and again I have spent minimal time investigating overclocking, that the AMD had more overclocking potential. Is this not the case? I'm curious to hear your thoughts.