I use an Nvidia 7800GT 256Mb to run the two right hand monitors. Those are pretty much just for surfing the web and opening non-video intensive programs like SoundForge, Microsoft Outlook and any IM apps. Then I have an Nvidia 8800GTS 640Mb running just the left hand monitor that I dedicate for gaming and any 3D apps like Hammer or XSI.

When installing them though, I had to install the 7800 first (older drivers), then the 8800, and the new Nvidia control panel helped me work everything else out.

I used to only have two monitors though (borrowing a 17" from my parents when they weren't using it), and the 20.1" you see in the screenshot in the middle. And every time I had to give it up so they could use it, I felt like I was taking a huge step back in productivity; it made such a huge difference. So then I had the idea and started saving up money for two new 22" Samsungs. I don't think I can break from these now having had them for almost a year.

I agree, multiple smaller monitors is better than one bigger one. you can configure the space the way you want it. having a fourth monitor was an option for me, but besides running out of desk space to put it in my dorm, I opted out mostly because it wasn't symmetrical. I knew I wanted a "middle" monitor; it just felt right, i don't know why.

BTW, I didn't think it was possible to have an ATI card running along side an Nvidia card simultaneously. I wouldn't know though, I'm strictly an Nvidia man

halo, perhaps?

yes, my machine is a 1.2 ghz with, hmm, say about 300 mbs of ram (it used to be 512, but my dad needed money so he sold some ram.) now i'm stuck on crappy 800X600 because it's so slow. hopefully someone will buy the tv or dvd player, then i get more ram.

i'd prefer xp, while i hate vista... it's exactly the same thing as that only i prefer xp, while i hat every other os. (except for 98, i like it.)