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episode 27 (1x27)

Air date: Jan 17, 2006

# In the news: 'DVD Jon' declares intent to crack next-gen DVDs. Given his track record, the question isn't "Can he do it?" but "How long will it take?" # Microsoft shipped its first Vista security patch, for beta testers of the new Windows OS; the first of many, we expect. # And, Windows XP Service Pack 3 gets packed into a 2007 release. Hey, we're just happy to get a vague release date. # The Fatal1ty 1010: gamer mouse extraordinaire, or one too many Fatal1ty branded products? Jason Cross reviews the smallish, $49, offering from Creative. # Viewer question: Jason asks "Should I go with a Mac or PC for 'prosumer' video editing? I've only got $1200-$1400 to spend." # Answer: It depends on what video editing software you'll use--which, FYI, could cost as much as the hardware! In either case, make sure you've got a fast CPU, and plenty of RAM. # Robert reveals the hidden secrets of his new gaming PC--for the first time on non-network television! # A brief history of Linux (oops, we mean GNU/Linux), along with our reccos for Linux bundles and where to grab open source software. # Plus, more viewer questions, commentary and escalating drama to come. Stay connected.