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Anyone know the specifics of the motherboard being offered in the $99 AR combo deal? I am assuming this is a s939 processor judging by the ad pic. Thanks! C Snyder

For anyone interested, this is quoted from the latest Best Buy flyer, here is what it says: "Buy Neverwinter Nights Diamond and get Neverwinter Nights Kingmaker for $9.99" NWN Diamond is on sale for $24.99 which in itself is not a bad deal, but the Diamond edition already includes the Kingmaker expansion! C Snyder

At my local store, the one with the USB snake light is a PS2 keypad. C Snyder

I suggest you find a good reputable local shop and have them custom build a machine for you. Many of these shops will go out of their way to provide good service and support. You also don't have to settle for the crap that the big OEMs like to preload on their machines. C Snyder

I am considering the HCR4755W myself. Is it listed as a BF item, and if so, where? I have seen on another forum that it is, but I can't confirm it yet. C Snyder

Your husband might enjoy Metroid Prime, especially if he is a fan of this series. I second the comment on all the Mario Games, especially for Multiplayer. The Zelda games are great as well. C Snyder

USABaby often has really good sales on Car Seats. I don't know about a specific BF sale, but be sure to check them out. C Snyder

My son has loved his "Little Touch LeapPad" He has had it for about two years, and is almost three. He doesn't spend as much time with it now that he did up until about a month ago, but he still uses it. My wife and I are getting the "My First LeapPad" for him this Xmas. There are two very important points to keep in mind with either of these products. First, don't be stingy with the "books". The more material there is to use , the better it will hold their interest. Many popular books such as Dr. Suess have received the leappad treatment, so works as a great tie-in to reading real books. The "Little Touch" library unfortunately is not as big as I would have liked (My First LeapPad library is better), but still several titles available. Second important point, these products are designed to be used with a parent/adult, not the child by him or herself. Think of it more as an educational tool than a toy (just don't tell your child that . Once they get advanced enough, they certainly can use it more independently. My son has been able to use his "Little Touch" by himself for a few months now. I also highly recommend "Fridge Phonics". My son loved learning his letters with this toy. The letters from this can also be used with the "Word Whammer" toy to great more words. This is also on my son's xmas list. The leapfrog DVD series is not bad either. C Snyder

Yes I do, my wife and I both enjoy it. I have found the harder settings to be more difficult than what Gamespot has given it credit for. I just wish the extra dance pads were already available. C Snyder

My vote is for the Gamecube. Multiplayer is great, especially for families. Mario Kart, Mario Golf, Super Smash Bros, and the new Mario Dance Revolution are all very fun. My wife actually plays these with me. Most of the sports game found on the PS2 are also available on the GC. C Snyder

Please do not buy any instrument from Sam's, Walmart, Sears, Costco, Target etc. The instruments they carry might look just like their more expensive cousins at a real music store, but they are not any anywhere close. These instruments are usually made in China or India, and are not manufactured with good quality control. The materials used are also third rate. Once these instruments break or get damaged, they often cannot be fixed due to the inferior materials used to make it. Worst of all, they play terrible! Regardless of where the instrument is made or what brand it is, they all need some maintainance. Trumpets and Trombones usually just require an occasional cleaning and periodic lubrication. Nothing major. For a young child, I highly recommend you check with your local music store about a rental plan. Most plans work like this: 1. Payments go toward purchase of the instrument (many offer an extra discount toward purchase after so many months) 2. If your child switches instruments, the money you paid toward the first instrument is credited to the new instrument. 3. Most repairs (those that are needed if the playing condition is impaired) are covered at no extra charge. 4. If the instrument is lost or stolen, usually replaced at no extra charge. Again your mileage may vary. If you absolutley must purchase, buy a used instrument. It might not look pretty, but many still play like they're brand new. Be sure to ask your local pawn shop about their return policy. Many of the good brands (Selmer, Bach, King, Conn, Holton) are usually made in Indiana or New York, just look on the bell of the instrument (Yamaha is made in Japan, but usually still good). I apologize for the long post, but I hope this helps! C Snyder

Little Tykes is certainly good stuff. A lot of their stuff is still made in the USA. C Snyder

If I am not mistaken, Kenmore Progressive is made by Panasonic. C Snyder

Yep, that one works. Thanks! C Snyder

Check Consumerreports.org (if you don't subscribe, check your local library for back isssues). They recently have done a very large review of several models. C Snyder