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My husband picked a specific type of computer memory for his Christmas present from TigerDirect.Com and I think I found the same memory at NewEgg.com for less money (which would be great because then I can get him other gifts I know he’d like as well), however, I really don’t know much about the inner workings of computers and I would hate to ruin his gift by getting the wrong stuff. After reading the descriptions of both it appears to me they are the same, but I’m not 100% positive, so I was hoping someone here would be able to tell me if the memory sticks I found at NewEgg.com are the same EXACT ones he picked out at TigerDirect.com?

These are the TigerDirect.com ones:

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=4631346&sku=C13-6084&srkey=TWIN2X4096-6400C5C

And these are the ones I *think* may be the EXACT same at NewEgg.Com:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145241&cm_re=corsair_xms2_4gb_pc6400_ddr2-_-20-145-241-_-Product

Thanks :-)
Thank you ALL SO MUCH!!!!
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Wine is an excellent accompaniment to any meal.  Red and white wines all appeal to different palates and they can just as easily be enjoyed on their own.

They also make a wonderful addition to a gift basket.  Some baskets would not be complete without a bottle of wine – namely a basket which is themed to appeal to a cheese lover for example.  The soft creaminess of a Camembert cheese blends beautifully with a classy red wine, so it makes the perfect choice for this type of basket.

There is a good choice of gift baskets on the market for wine lovers.  Both red and white wine bottles are available with a varied selection of other products.  This gives a well rounded gift that will appeal to the recipient’s palate in more ways than one.

A savoury palate

For those who like savoury items, wine themed gift baskets enable the recipient to wash down the mixture of tastes that the basket provides.  For example, sparkling wine sits nicely against the flavour of gourmet nuts and baked crisps.  The idea is to give a basket full of tastes they may not have sampled before.  And the familiarity of a fine wine gives them something to look forward to in order to round off the experience.

Would you choose red or white wine?

Some people have an affinity for one or the other.  For some people red is a little too heavy; white is a better alternative in this case as it is lighter in taste.

But if you are sending a basket to someone who likes the taste of both red and white wine, you can select a basket which has a bottle of each in it.  In this case it is prudent to select two wines that are very different to give a more rounded appeal.  For example you could opt for a Merlot and a Sauvignon Blanc as well.  Choosing wines from different producers makes for a better balanced and well presented gift basket.

All round gift baskets for wine lovers

Some of the more expensive baskets will have more than one bottle of wine in them.  But they also have the advantage of providing a wider range of items to sample.

They may contain both sweet and savoury items to enjoy with a sip of wine. This makes the gift more thoughtful and extravagant as well.  For example, crackers or cinnamon sticks are ideal as a plain and savoury item to enjoy.  But sweeter items also blend well with a taste of red or white wine for after a meal.  Chocolate truffles or caramel cookies are perfect for those with a sweet tooth, and provide a tasty way to finish a meal.

In short, there are lots of different combinations that can be created with both food and wine products.  The cheese and wine basket will always be a popular choice, but as you can see there are plenty of other options to appeal to every wine lover, no matter what foods they like to sample at the same time.

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my boyfriend and i have known each other since second grade. we told each other we liked the other in fith grade. we sarted going out in sixth grade. everything has been perfect until now. i am startinhg to like another guy and i have less feelings for my boyfriend.he gave me a saphirre bracelet for christmas that doesnt help one bit! it tells me that he still loves me as much as ever. but the other guy im startin to love. and he said he loves me. we hug every day. he always makes me laugh. and got me a gift for no reason last year. someone please help.
and please more than what they said
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My fiance and I have paying for most of the wedding ourselves and we really don’t have any extra money to spare, especially on my part. I was in a friend’s wedding this summer and she couldn’t give the bridesmaids gifts and I can’t really afford it either. I wasn’t hurt, upset or insulted when I didn’t receive a gift. Would it be okay for me to not give my gal pals gifts? Or give something to them at a later date?
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I am in High School now and they seem to be a bane to the educational process. For the record I do receive awards and I am just stating an opinion and welcome others. But, anyway I think they elevate people to much. It is almost always the same person or a select group that gets the awards, and very few out of that group receive any. (I am speaking of departmental awards and academic achievement awards.) I think that it is a great thing in moderation for everyone, even those that don’t receive any. Think about the amount of hopelessness one would have if someone never got any awards; and they honestly did their best to get one, however, they see someone that is naturally gifted, and put little effort into getting the award along with a whole rash of others making it less special to the said individual than the one who received none? What lesson could this possibly teach? Yes, as said before moderation is great; it motivates people and engenders them with a spirit of perseverance.
Don’t answer the rhetorical questions in my opinion!!! Answer the main opinion and only answer the rhetorical if it happens to work. Also I am not asking if it is good for college ect. I am asking if it is good for the moral of the students as a whole!
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1999 Nissan Altima GXE
1 Owner
Grey/Silver
All Records
Automatic
130k
All power controls
Single CD Player
Over $1600 in standard maintenance less than a year ago, including New AC Compressor (works great), new belts/battery/seals to make sure car was in great shape as gift for me, but have since bought an Infinity. I have recently put on new tires/muffler/brakes.

Sharp car, needs nothing, great shape, drives awesome, very reliable, great on gas, very clean interior and exterior, never been in accident.

*****Small rust bubble (quarter-size) on front edge of hood and inside rear door-well****

Please….could you tell me i you would pay $3900 for this car????
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Have you been invited to a baby shower? Whether it is before or after the blessed event, it can be difficult picking just the right item. So why try? Instead, think about baby gift baskets. Baby gift baskets make fun gifts as the mother-to-be pulls one wonderful item after another from the basket.

As the guest of honor, the mom-to-be has lots of fun. A baby shower can certainly save the new mom from having to do a lot of shopping. But for the guests, shopping for a baby shower can be tough. You don’t want your gift to simply blend in with all the others. You want the new mom-to-be excited when she opens your gift. An easy way to accomplish all that is by thinking about baby gift baskets.

Once you’ve got your gift chosen, it is now time for you to have fun. Very often games will be played at baby showers. You might end up winning a prize and have a gift of your own to take home!

One popular game has to do with nursery rhymes. If you read them to your children (or are reading them to your grandchildren) then you’ll probably do fine. There are many variations of this game. In one variation, you need to know the name of the rhyme. In another variation you need to know how it finishes.

In another game, pieces of ribbon are cut with one perfectly fitting the girth of the new mom. Can you guess which is the right piece of ribbon?

Have you considered a blind taste test of baby food? Each jar has the label removed and, instead, it has a number. Then you have the opportunity to taste the food in each jar. You get a piece of paper with a list of numbers and, next to each number, you write what you think is in the jar. Of course the one guessing the most right wins.

Be sure to bested and have your memory in tip top shape. If you were to look into a box, for a few seconds, that is filled with baby items like a bib or baby spoon could you remember everything that was in the box? Quickly write down what you remember seeing and maybe win a prize.

Baby gift baskets allow you to relax at the shower. Have fun. Watch the mom-to-be light up as she opens your gift and starts looking at all of the wonderful items inside.

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If I have $30 in free money added to a $300 gift card, is it the same thing as a 10% discount, or would it be a 9.1% discount?
Example — if I use my $330 gift card to make a $10 purchase, would it be the equivalent $9 being spent, or $9.10?
Can you please use formulas to prove your point?
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my gift certificate expires on the 8th so links would be great.
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Apparel – Almost everyone can use a warm winter jacket, rain gear, gloves, or a hat. But if you’re shopping for that special someone, lingerie is a wonderful romantic gift.

Auto Parts – While giving auto parts as gifts may seem counterintuitive, the car aficionado will be thrilled. From floor mats and cup holders to neon lights and racing seats, an online shopping mall has an amazing variety of auto parts and tools.

Cell Phones and PDAs – Consumer electronics are always a hit during the holidays, and a new cell phone or BlackBerry is often on people’s wish lists. Whether your recipient is a college student, a retiree, or somewhere in between, giving a gift that will allow him or her to keep in touch with friends and loved ones is sure to be appreciated.

Computers – While a full desktop computer may be out of reach, consider purchasing a bargain-priced photo printer, educational software, or gaming software.

Electronics – Karaoke machines are all the rage this year, as are digital camcorders, LCD televisions, portable DVD players, and GPS systems. You can’t go wrong when you give a personal electronics gift.

Health and Beauty – Fragrances are timeless gifts, and you can find almost every designer fragrance at an online shopping mall. If you want to support a loved one in reaching his or her fitness goals, consider a yoga mat, a pedometer, or exercise equipment.

Home and Garden – Virtually every person appreciates a gift for their home. An online shopping mall can provide everything from candles and kitchenware to painted glass and gardening gifts. It might even have pet supplies!

With the holidays just around the corner, everyone is doing the seasonal scramble to find the perfect gifts. And, with the state of the economy and the housing market, consumers are on the lookout for bargains. That’s why people are increasingly turning to the discount online shopping mall to stretch their gift buying dollars.

An online shopping mall has the best of all worlds: an incredible selection of gifts, discounts of fifty to eighty percent off of list prices, and the convenience of shopping from home. Plus, because purchases are often dropshipped from the distributor, packages arrive in record time.

Here is just a sampling of gifts you can find at an online shopping mall:

Jewelry – Jewelry is a perennial favorite on wish lists. From necklaces and pendants to rings and bracelets, every woman will appreciate the gift of jewelry.

Sports – An online shopping mall has a wide variety of fan merchandise from a variety of sports teams. Whether your recipient is into NASCAR, football, baseball, or hockey, you’ll be able to find the perfect gift for the fan in your life.

Toys and Games – It’s a joy to find the perfect gifts for the kids in your life. An online shopping mall has everything from video games to educational toys to collectible cars and dolls.

Gift giving should always be fun, and should never be a hassle. An online shopping mall can give you the selection you desire and the convenience you crave.

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