Pros: Very fast - overclock capable with the right cooling and no lag even when running a game with two virtual machines running in the background (I'm a geek - do you really need to ask?)

Cons: It died after 4 years.

Overall Review: Sadly, my CPU looks to have died and this entire class of i7s (1st Gen) are no longer available except as used and they are priced way too high. So, let's have a moment of silence for my dead gaming system.

Pros: I bought this to replace my EVGA GTX 480. I was looking at the 980, but after several reviews and benchmark reports, I opted for this card instead. I have not been disappointed; here's why: -- Easily overclocking via the Precision X software -- Quiet (even when the fans are on. This card is 20% (no empirical data; this is my opinion based on my experience) quieter at its highest fan speed than my 480 was on its lowest fan speed) -- DirectX 12 support -- Quiet -- 30 - 45% faster than my GTX 480 (on a good day, going downhill, with an overclock via a warp core) -- Quiet. -- Handles everything I have thrown at it - on the highest settings; no lag, FPS below 40 or driver crashes -- Quiet. -- Appears the squealing I have read about has been fixed -- Did I mention it is quiet? I emphasize quiet since I am coming from a strong but LOUD card (when it was wound up, the 480 sounded like I had a jet engine installed in my case) while still providing a significant increase in capability and FPS. My benchmarks are easily 20%+ improved over the 480/560 Ti configuration I had (the 560 was used as my PhysX card; the 970 handles this and all other GPU duties with more particles, better physics and still maintains high FPS in games (with the settings at High or Ultra (if present)). Best bang for the buck in my opinion. If you have the money to get a 980, look at this one (or one or more (if you want SLI)) instead. The 970 can meet or exceed the 980 in performance for less money. I only have one installed and have not encountered a game that I have not been able to set the highest graphics settings and couple that with (at least) 4x Anti-Aliasing and all with no noticeable FPS lagging.

Cons: -- I intended to use my 480 as a stand alone PhysX card, but it was not available. In researching, I discovered that the 4xx and 5xx cards rely on WDDM 1.3 where the 9xx uses WDDM 2.0. Windows 10 does not allow a WDDM 1.3 and WDDM 2.0 card to co-exist, preventing the card geared to WDDM 1,3 from ever 'starting'. I found this out after researching why it displayed as disabled in Device Manager. This is a con, but not necessarily a serious one. If you are upgrading, you do not need the older card for PhysX as the 970 handles it (and all other GPU related duties) quite well. -- EVGA no longer offers lifetime warranties but does provide the ability to purchase a 10 year warranty and their extended RMA service (I highly recommend this)

Overall Review: I have been an NVIDIA fan for many years. I only buy EVGA cards due to their proven reliability (to me), the Step-Up program (if you wish to do so within a 90 day window), their extended RMA service (there is a cost (I won't say nominal because they start at $29.95 US)); card malfunctions, initiate the extended RMA and they ship you the new card, you replace the faulty one and ship it back (using the same box and the label they provide); they register the new card for you and then you can de-register the old one upon confirmation it works. I listed this RMA process because this has proven invaluable to me over the years. Even without the lifetime warranty (disappointed by that EVGA), this pays for itself if you have an issue with a warrantied card.

Pros: -- Weighted (adjustable) -- Fits my hands (large) comfortably -- Excellent DPI response makes for outstanding FPS and RTS gaming -- Works on any surface and without a mousepad - even works on my glass table (albeit not that well)! -- Outperforms 2 different name brand $150+ gaming mice with fewer options -- Profile change is quick and easy (small lighted button just below the center wheel -- Braided cover over the cable - usually found in the higher dollar gaming mice -- Comfortable

Cons: Not necessarily cons; more like observations: -- Sometimes wish the DPI were a tad bit higher (some FPS may need more control, but have not played any yet) -- No direct support in Windows - still have to load the A4Tech driver/software (this applies to all manner of specialized mice - not just this one) -- Weren't more available when I bought mine (purchased at a brick and mortar geek toy store (not NewEgg) - they only had one but for $15)

Overall Review: For anyone looking for a good deal on a great gaming mouse, this is it as far as I am concerned. It is well built and responsive (buttons and DPI). The addition of the adjustable weights (in a peed loader style module) helps make it comfortable for just about any one; for example, I sometimes loan it to my wife and she is able to quickly open the weight compartment, remove some of the weights and reassemble in seconds. Don't pay more if you can help it; this mouse beats most of the other ones I have owned (one of them was a Razer mouse (model escapes me ATM, I sold it to a friend just under a year ago).

Pros: Tis switch was bought to replace one that I use to connect my TV, Onkyo receiver, PS3 and other items. I watch Netflix on my PS3 and the previous switch tended to lose connectivity or cause buffering. This Rosewill switch was an immediate improvement in speed, no lag or buffering and all of the devices are showing significant improvement with regard to network response.

Cons: None that I have found.

Overall Review: I have not had any previous experience with the Rosewill brand, but based on this switch, I will certainly look at other devices from Rosewill!

Pros: My quest began in the wee hours of late evening - the sun was a fresh crimson hue (well, the picture of the sun was anyway) and I was sold on this glorious thing they called a ... monitor ... yes, 27" was the halle grail (for me it was - just go with it ...)LG was its' given name. LG what I inquired further; E2750VR-SN was the reply. Shrugging off my inability to pronounce this exotic last name (what tongue must this be?), I delved into the svelte container to whit it was encased. I extricated LG from her container; it was love at first sight! Her lean 2" depth, her flat finish - her lucious screen real estate. It was when i plugged her in that truly could partake of her total beauty. Winnie 7 recognized her immediately and they commenced to play games, watch movies and scroll through the intertoobs lush meadows. And lo, I say unto you - this is a most glorious day; one of great joy - even through the anti-glare of her ex - 24" mon.i.tor.

Cons: I have found no vices in her; she is most perfect in her beauty. Let no man cast a pixel asunder. The back-light of the morning provided a soft glow with which to bask in her illustrator glory.

Overall Review: All kidding aside, I replaced a much loved 24" monitor with this one and I do not regret my decision to make this move. It not only provides me with the screen real estate i need, it offers you RTS gamers out there (SC2 and the like) the ability to expand past, what i felt anyway, is a cramped quarter on my previous monitor (well, of course *you* are not on my monitor - that's just silly) - it provides the room I need to be able to spread out a bit more, yet still allows me to see all of my defenses and various forces I have around the perimeter - it does allow me the chance to see the enemy encroaching (if they aren't invisible - I mean, c'mon! invisible?) far enough out to react rather than sit dumbfounded because I scrolled too late to see the zerg swarm destroying everything I built up. You have to admit, that's just cruel - to destroy a mans' hopes and dreams - with a zerg swarm. Really? geez ...

Pros: Gameplay is excellent - easy to learn interface, well designed. The graphics are better than I expected and as I recently upgraded my system, I was anxious to see what I could get this to do. Suffice to say, I have not been disappointed with my settings maxed out! I am still learning, so some of the multi-player experiences have been frustrating, but only because I am still a noob. Single player has been most gratifying with the level of play, the graphics and sound and the story line all coverging to make my experience a deeply engrossing one. You will not be disappointed.

Cons: While there are, I am sure, places a very new player (considering it has been many years since I have played the first version) can find similar skill level players, I have found it to be frustrating if you inadvertently end up on a server with players skill levels well above a 'noob'. This, of course, is not a fault of the game; to the contrary, the overall multiplayer experience is one of the highest quality and will keep one occupied for weeks if not months on end. No two games are ever the same - all in all, I guess we can say the only Con I found is with me and my skill (or lack thereof) level.

Overall Review: As I mentioned before, you will not be disappointed. Having said that, should you be considering upgrading your system, i highly recommend doing so. to have a system where CPU, GPU, and memory can combine to allow you to set the highest level of graphic detail, will only server to further allow you to become lost in the StarCraft 2 world(s). You will not be disappointed with this game!