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3D
Graphics Cards for DCC:
Entry-Level, Mid-Range and High-End Choices
by Jacqui Dawson
When shopping for a workstation for your digital creative endeavors, it
is important not only to look at the system manufacturer, but also at
the range of component options offered. One of the most important components
to consider is the graphics accelerator card. Depending on the type of
work you want to do, you can pay anywhere from $200 to $3,000 or more
for the accelerator card included in your workstation. Therefore it is
important to know the difference between some of the most common new card
options offered by the DCC workstation market vendors. We show you your
options. ... more
Building
a Digital Video Editing System --
Good, Fast and Cheap: Pick Two.
The PC Hardware You Need for Good, Better and Best Digital Video Editing
by Charlie White
Depending on whether you are creating video for the web, CD-ROMs, DVDs,
corporate video or for broadcast, your hardware needs will change. We
break down the options available with sample workstation/capture card/software
specifications and recommendations in the good ($5,000), better ($10,000)
and best ($10,000-$40,000) ranges.
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