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  1. Burren

    Desktop Computers

    Here comes an "I'm getting old" moment: I've always built my PCs, whether for work or gaming. But, I'm at the point now where I'm wondering if I can get the same sort of specs in a pre-built machine, or if the prices of those are still retarded compared to building myself. Does anyone here just...
  2. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    I got the AmpliFi Mesh Wi-Fi System. Its idiot-proof and does exactly what I needed, which is move the signal from the top left of the house to the bottom right, through tons of walls. It might not be the most efficient for gamers or large families, but for us its perfect.
  3. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    Got one of the Ubiquiti systems and using my own modem. It's silly how much better it is than the Xfinity hardware. Thanks for the recommendations.
  4. Burren

    Home Improvement

    I remember reading the warning label on a chainsaw I had about 20 years ago. It said a bunch of things to not do and then capped it off with "...do not attempt to stop blade with genitals". You know they had to put that on there because someone tried.
  5. Burren

    Miniature Painting

    @Gankak That's cool. That would definitely add some dynamic interest to the hull. @Hateyou You're right, just have to give it a try! It does look awesome.
  6. Burren

    Miniature Painting

    That resin piece looks really cool. Might be beyond my skills though, lol.
  7. Burren

    Miniature Painting

    I'd love a model of the USS Missouri, or Iowa, or something. But WTF am I supposed to do, make my own camo scheme? It's all freakin' gray.
  8. Burren

    Home Improvement

    In no way does a pair of safety glasses or ear plugs hinder productivity...
  9. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Could be a portent of things to come. Are you missing half of your other stuff too?
  10. Burren

    Beer, Wine and Spirits Thread

    In case you chaps want to get it delivered to your home. Shop Premium Liquor Online | Good Spirits. Delivered. | ReserveBar I've found these guys to be a very good resource as well, for whisky lovers new and old. I've tried dozens of their recommendations for Scotch, Irish, and Bourbon whisky...
  11. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Commercials on YouTube. First off, there are 6 to 8 in a 20 minute clip. Secondly, they are THREE TIMES LOUDER than whatever it is I'm watching. Bastards.
  12. Burren

    Home Improvement

    Kill them. Yes, I read everything you wrote. Kill them. **It's worth mentioning: almost all birds are federally protected. If you can catch them in the act, hit them with a hose or pressure washer. It will take a bunch of sprays, but they will move on.
  13. Burren

    Gravy's Cooking Thread

    I don't eat much other sugar. I know the values and I consume about 1/5th what the regular person does per day/year. Natural sugars from some berries is not even remotely the same as corn syrup or processed sugar. Agree with you that the food pyramid we all grew up with is bogus. Our diet is...
  14. Burren

    Gravy's Cooking Thread

    We make smoothies somewhat frequently simply because they're tasty and healthy. Frozen mixed berries (we get a big bag from Costco), plain Greek yogurt, bit of milk or fruit juice, banana, and a scoop of protein powder (we just get vanilla). The frozen berries give it the perfect texture...
  15. Burren

    The Animated GIF Thread

    People, is whats wrong.
  16. Burren

    Home buying thread

    Hell of a deal. But even if I got a 0% interest rate, I'd leave CA. and at best rent the place out. Sometimes HOAs in townhouses, sometimes not. I never liked shared walls. You might be limited on what changes you can make, according to the association (if there is one) because they want...
  17. Burren

    Miniature Painting

    Modern tanks are bigger and fancier, but there's just something about WW2 era tanks, IMO. If you do a car I think you're on the right track - lol - about picking a race car. Formula One for an LMP car from the Le Mans series would be great for you to practice on, because of the intricate body...
  18. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    Ordered a Ubiquiti system to give it a try. Fingers crossed it works better than the XFinity hardware.
  19. Burren

    Car ?'s

    If you enjoy the ride, then definitely go for it. I think Michelin makes the best road going tires and it sounds like that's a hell of a deal.
  20. Burren

    Car ?'s

    I know everything about summer or competition tires, but nothing about all-season. All I can suggest is to avoid run flat tires if you want more comfort and more performance. Many businesses will warranty new tires if you get a set, which will replace one within 30,000, for instance, if there is...
  21. Burren

    Gravy's Cooking Thread

    This is why: "American cheese—the kind you get in the individual plastic wrappers—is processed cheese or “cheese food,” meaning it's not actually real cheese. ... In short, Kraft Singles are made with less than 51% actual cheese, so it can't legally be called "cheese."
  22. Burren

    Gravy's Cooking Thread

    Its not actually cheese....fucking vomit.
  23. Burren

    The Animated GIF Thread

    Why are they driving towards it?!?!?!
  24. Burren

    Gaming and general purpose monitors

    I appreciate the insight, thank you.
  25. Burren

    Gaming and general purpose monitors

    Like what? Is there a minimum refresh rate people should get with 4k? I've never heard of the site/brand Kais listed; those prices seem awful low for monitors of that size.
  26. Burren

    You know you're getting old when.....

    People hear stories, ya know what I mean?
  27. Burren

    You know you're getting old when.....

    Is grizzly wrestling a common occurrence where you live? I've only ever seen one at the zoo. Wild hogs is another matter though. They will run you gore and bite your dick off, just for sport.
  28. Burren

    You know you're getting old when.....

    Sounds like, if it weren't for modern medicine, you'd have succumbed to natural selection by now.
  29. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Hahaha, film incident + social services. Poor child probably has a lifetime of emotional scars ahead of her.
  30. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Give your kid permission to kick their kid's ass (he was being assaulted and acted in self defense) and then kick the parent's asses for being pieces of shit. We have the facts documented here on the site to back it all up.
  31. Burren

    First World Problems

    DDOS on YouTube and I can't watch what I want while I cook.
  32. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Scanner in home office isn't working properly at the moment. Went to FedEx to scan a 46 page document. PRINTING at FedEx is $0.10 per page (ya know, using paper and ink; actual material). SCANNING at FedEx is $0.49 per page USING NO RAW MATERIALS! I didn't have a choice but to bend over and pay...
  33. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    You mean uneducated people, yes? Unfortunately there are tens of millions.
  34. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    Damn Hoss, I'd lose my shit over that.
  35. Burren

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    My OPs Manager: "I sent an email, please verify it came through". Me: Email did not display the information you wanted to send". My Ops Manager: "OK, I sent another email with the information". Me: "Is ________ the information you wanted to send? I just want to verify". My Ops Manager: "I'm not...
  36. Burren

    Home Improvement

    Closest stud is about 5.5 or 6 inches away. Doesn't appear that any cross bracing was put in between the studs to hold the pipe. But, I can't see a lot through the 1.5 inch hole. Tile is 12 by 12 and I have a few dozen more sitting in the garage, left over from the previous owner. So, no...
  37. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    The "Whole home Mesh Wifi system" looks like an interesting starting point and it's not too costly. Does it piggy-back off of the garbage modem/router from comcast, or replace it? I have my own expensive modem not doing anything at the moment because it overrides the Comcast hardware and I...
  38. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    I have my main desktop on a hard line, but my wife and I each have a cell phone and laptop that we use all over the house. And, despite having a rather expensive signal booster, the wifi is absolute garbage on the far side of the house. There have even been times where I've been in my office, 16...
  39. Burren

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    Upgraded my Xfinity internet service to double the speed (they say) and now the wifi is slower. I have a signal booster as well, but it does fuck-all. My neighbors wifi signal is stronger than my own. Is it a matter of getting a new modem/router? Pretty fucking annoyed, given the cost of this.
  40. Burren

    The Video Thread

    Showing off a great ass she's proud of/bragging about. No athletic advantage.