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Old 11-20-2009, 10:19 AM   #7
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I would go with a faster Dual core than slower Quad.

Some apps only run on one CPU even though 3 others may be available. It may have gotten better but I would stay with Dual core for now on a desktop.

If your running a server then go Quad or Xeon.
Maybe 3 years ago.

Every single application being produced right now is being produced to take advantage of multiple cores.
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