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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
lol,well not everyone is into PCs :p

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Well I think I got GRUB up and running again using these 2 commands

sudo mount /dev/sda1 /mnt

sudo grub-install --boot-directory=/mnt/boot /dev/sda

So :victory: EXCEPT now I can't boot into windows :/ ,so what do you guys think I should do?
[Off-topic] james1196:
Okay, this is what I was looking for. Hey guys, I want to buy a budget PC. I am going $700 australian tops as I need a car shortly. I understand it won't be amazing and in not doing it for high end graphics, just a decent desktop for casual gaming.
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Add an entry for Windows

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[Off-topic] Babydollll:
Redo everything and install Windows first....like you were supposed to in the first place? :confused:;)

Or listen to [MENTION=3499517]Wolf Pup[/MENTION]
[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
What is your monitor resolution? Do you need a monitor? Do you already have a keyboard/mouse?
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Depends on your gaming needs and budget, something like a 7850 will give you decent fps in almost all the games out there. Decent might be bit of an understatement as it is a very capable card.
[Off-topic] james1196:
I have a Panasonic Vieira as my moniter (not sure how good it can look). I have all but the box.
[Off-topic] luqman98:
Panasonic's should support up to 1080p resolution.

Fix Google Play Services here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2361867
[Off-topic] replica9000:
I don't know how Windows 7 deals with dual booting, but typically I'd install Windows first, then Ubuntu. Older versions of Windows assumed it had the "C:/" drive all to itself. Ubuntu should install Grub to the MBR, and use os-prober to add Windows to the boot menu.
[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
Okay, so that's good. Now, for $700 I understand you won't get 100% a kickass PC, but if you spend good money on a good video card(they are what games are most dependent on) and buy a mid range CPU that can be upgraded later, you will have yourself a PC that will play 99.99% games on the market at high-ultra. Remember, even an i3 is WAY more than enough to play BF3 on Ultra with more graphical settings at 1080p, smoothly at 60 to 90 fps. Then again, I am pretty sure all you need is High because I find high and ultra the same :P.

Now go ahead and get all the parts within your budget EXCEPT the CPU and motherboard. You do not need more than 4GB of RAM and water cooling will not be necessary. Find a 550 watt or more PSU, a case(your choice but keep it under $80) and some PWM case fans(3 will do). A 320 or 500gb can do a good job depending on you, even a 250gb one could work if you are OK. Do not get cheap no name hard drives and stay the hell away from SSDs(too expensive and too tempting).

Oh and for the video card get something like this:

ATI: 69xx or 79xx

NVIDIA: GTX 570 or better, 670 or better. 770 or better but I doubt that will fit the budget. You can go the used parts way just like me(Save a tonnes of money and it's just computer parts, makes no difference if brand new or used it WILL do its job)
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Doesn't matter I give up on Ubuntu,I spent 2 months trying to make it boot just BOOT and I tried every solution I could find and none worked it instead formatted my HDD while I was trying to install 13.10 so that's it for me...
[Off-topic] replica9000:
Have you tried Linux Mint yet? The only thing I can suggest right now if you can't get an install to boot, is either run it as a live cd, or install it in something like VirtualBox.
[Off-topic] mfsr98:
Hi everyone, so I need a new gaming build which I will do around Christmas with around 300€. I don't want to know any parts yet, I just want to know if the case on the pics will fit for the current parts in the market. BTW, this case is really old :) (I know some of the parts like the HDD are out of place, that's my fault and not the case fault.

Thanks :)
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
I can vouch for a 5800k! Getting 45ish in bf3 at high/ultra with the GPU at 1ghz coupled to my 875ghz 6670

1440x900 also

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Budget?? LOL that's a big budget. Anyways, look into a fm6300 and pair it with a 7950
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
Okay everyone, I need a hand. I just put in a ATI Radeon 4850 and when I turn on the computer, my overclocking failed. So I restarted and it seemed to be fine. It showed the Windows 8 logo and then the loading circle. Then when everything is loaded the screen goes black as if to go to the login screen but it just stays black. Are there any suggestions? Would installing drivers help? I figure not because it shows the 8 logo and what not. Any help is appreciated. I'm getting sick of working off one screen lol
[Off-topic] Sparx639:
Reset your bios maybe? It could be a PSU problem but I doubt it because a computer usually reboots when there's a PSU problem

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[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
Did you uninstall older video card drivers first?
[Off-topic] james1196:
The thank button is not working in this thread. Is it just me? But thanks for the help buddy, ill look into that, so a good graphics card could still run on an I3. Do you recommend raeodon or Nvidia ?
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No thanks button in OT. Other brand GPUs are usually cheaper than nVidia.
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
Yeah def make sure you uninstalled old drivers
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
The old video card drivers are just the onboard Intel HD 4000 graphics.
[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
I'll leave this here
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Can't see it that well, damn image resizing.

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[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Reddit, /r/gaming.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
Is there a massive difference between the FX 6100 and the 6300?

I know there's clock speed but anything else?
[Off-topic] The Android Attorney:
I think the cache size is different.
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
My ram is a bit low for that (4GB) and no I haven't tried mint cause my connection is down,I might get a USB3 external HDD and use it for Ubuntu if it boots from there
[Off-topic] domini99:
What do you guys think my server computer is worth?

Specs:

Intel® Desktop Board D975XBX2 mobo

X3100 graphics

4GB Ddr2 887mhz.

Core 2 duo E7400 2.8ghz.

I maybe want to sell it, it has been running my minecraft server for about a year, but the time has come; i'm going to shut it down..

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[Off-topic] Babydollll:
+1 for mint (I use mint+ cinnamon, not everyone here is a fan of cinnamon though :rolleyes::rolleyes: )

When you can, dl mint and make a liveCD. Then you can try it before installing
[Off-topic] matgras:
Linux mint flies on even 1 GB (take the mate edition though)
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
See what I mean about cinnamon hate around here....

:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::p:p

Hi [MENTION=4670884]matgras[/MENTION]
[Off-topic] matgras:
Cinnamon is slow, buggy and not customizable enough, mate, xfce and pantheon are waaaaay better

(Hi [MENTION=2696608]FlyGurl[/MENTION])
[Off-topic] daniel98:
Severe overheating problems on my laptop. Getting up to 105 Celsius and then turning off. It does that since 2 months or so. I bought it last December. Can anyone recommend some solutions except thermal paste and coolers?
[Off-topic] matgras:
Have you removed dust from your components?
[Off-topic] Devildog78965:
How do i get my 200mb i need it.
[Off-topic] dilster97:
Recommend a 1080p monitor for gaming.

£200. If it has 3d that would be cool although it is not required.

Sent from my who gives a damn.
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
IDK then youtube it
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
I might try mint and I might give Ubuntu one last chance if 13.04 doesn't work I will try the 12.04 windows installer which worked before but had connection issues for some reason....

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Actually there's some pretty good monitors for the price mine I think was the same
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
Ok at the end of the week im gonna purchase a FX 6300 a Gigabyte GA-78LMT

4gb of kingston blu maybe and im gonna buy a 500w psu and a case from a friend for 20 bucks :)

are these good components? (idk the psu model or the case but ill post when i see my friend again)

and when im gonna get more money im gonna upgrade everything else (dvd drive, hdd, gpu etc)
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Good specs,upgrade the ram if yo can though you're gonna need it....
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
Fx has no on board gpu so if you plan on actually using your computer your gonna need a gpu
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
I do have a Radeon 6450 and the Gigabyte GA-78LMT has radeon 3000 onboard graphics so im ok ;)
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
Oh, nice!

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Anyways, great cpu choice! Make sure you get an aftermarket cooler though if you plan on OCing
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
Thanks man, I'll try and find a nice cooler once i get more funds for my little project, cause I'm gonna be playing some high end stuffs like gta v! :)
[Off-topic] roofrider:
GA-78LMT USB 3 i hope, it's a good board for overclocking too.

The 6100 is 1st gen and has been largely criticized for it's sub par performance so 6300 all the way. Also make sure the PSU is a decent one.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
That's exactly the board im getting! For the PSU, I'm thinking of the Cooler master Elite 400W

My friends psu that i was gonna get from him was a cheap ass generic eagle Technologies 500W thing and the reviews were horrid lol

as for the case he's gonna toss in, he said it was a generic one off amazon >.< but that case will do for a while
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Get a better case later. ;)

What kind of GPU are you looking at? Cuz 400w won't be sufficient for mid and high end cards.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
i would love to get like a 7770 or 7870 something with nice raw power :)

Would it be worth while getting a Thermaltake TR2 500W?

or will i need something more for big cards?
[Off-topic] roofrider:
7770/7790 should do fine maybe even a 650 Ti, dunno if it can handle a 650Ti boost.

But you'll be cutting it real close, might not be able to handle your planned cpu overclock. It's always best to have some headroom.

I think it's best to get a good quality 500W+ psu.

Now, for a 7870 you definitely need 500w minimum.

This thread might help a bit http://www.overclock.net/t/525110/basic-power-supply-buyers-guide#post6475106 (it's an old thread though)

A good quality 600/650w psu will be futureproof, if you plan on running big cards.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
Ok, thanks!
[Off-topic] daniel98:
not yet
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Lol, do that.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
Whatcha think of his case. He said i can have it for free yesss!
[Off-topic] Devildog78965:
Good oc? Runs stable 80c load 55c idle p.s. the fan noise dont bother me my ac is as louder lel oh I forgot fps im getting 50 max MSI komobustor and 48 avg stock 42 max 35 avg
[Off-topic] Devildog78965:
Awesome case and for free it makes it even better!

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[Off-topic] roofrider:
That should suffice, has cable management slots too. :good:
[Off-topic] The Android Attorney:
Whats the Best graphics card for around $100? Also would you say that an Intel Pentium G2120 is good for gaming?
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
Nice OC but update those DRIVERS!!! :eek:
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A noob question. How much ram does windows 8 take.(deleting manufacturers apps)
[Off-topic] commencal661:
All I can say is not much. Depends on many factors
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
I need opinions....

What do you think?

Mint 15 + Cinnamon

(yeah [MENTION=4670884]matgras[/MENTION] Cinnamon!!)
[Off-topic] replica9000:
I can almost make out what's going on here... I think Fluxbox is better though :)
[Off-topic] matgras:
Meh, I don't approve.

I'll show you what mate can do

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r37kz4bg9bA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
[Off-topic] :
Well i and a friend both have genuine win8 pre installed with the laptop. Mine is dell and his is HP. For me it takes approx 1.2 gb(just chrome instaled) and for him 800 mb approx with lots of photo editing tools and some apps. Is it normal?
[Off-topic] commencal661:
I've got HP too and Win 8 uses a really small amount of RAM.
[Off-topic] :
If you could show me a screenshot please from task manager. Thanks

Dont spam in offtopic forums for your 10 post.
[Off-topic] replica9000:
I suppose Cinnamon can look like that too...

http://youtu.be/1uWNqxiGTdU
[Off-topic] matgras:
"Unbuntu 12.04.1 Lts Based off Zorin

so no linux mint.

also; you can install compiz on linux mint mate by simply "apt-get" compiz,

here however you can't
[Off-topic] replica9000:
You didn't say it had to be a one line install, and Mint is based off of Ubuntu. I'm not familiar with Zorin though.
[Off-topic] matgras:
But its nice to see development on cinnamon though, maybe someday it'll be easier
[Off-topic] replica9000:
I know Mate and Cinnamon are both forks of Gnome 2. I guess it depends on the goals in mind.
[Off-topic] matgras:
wasn't cinnamon based off gnome 3?

EDIT: it seems to be "Gnome shell"?
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
I went with mint+ cinnamon because both [MENTION=2624398]Quasimodem[/MENTION] and [MENTION=2709464]dexter93[/MENTION] recommended it to me.

I installed fluxbox....I just have to figure out how to get it working :confused:

(Still a Linux noob :p:D )
[Off-topic] replica9000:
Fluxbox takes a little work to setup, It's a very minimal desktop. I use Fluxbox + Compton. Check out the Wiki to help get you started. Whether or not anyone uses Arch Linux, their Wiki is usually helpful too.
[Off-topic] domini99:
I wish linux was usable for what i use my pc for, but it isnt :(

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[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
pfft. 18.5 foot actual screen size, diagonally.
[Off-topic] ACHILLES R32:
I decided to to swap my GTX 560Ti 1GB (1month old), for the new GTX 660ti 2GB. Used the evga step up program paid the $90 difference between the two cards. New card should be here in the next 10 days.

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I had something similar (updated recently) ,worked pretty good, but i did have issues watching and streaming HD videos.

20" Dell Monitor

Pentium 4 2.4Ghz

2GB Ram

60GB HDD

Nvidia6200

Windows 7

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[Off-topic] tchsvy:
I am gonna use it for word processing, casual gaming but my friend who is a s/w developer is also interested in this, his development includes android, j2me, .net and what not, i am sure this is enough for me, but not so sure about him though.
[Off-topic] ShadowLea:
Mine Laptop is an Asus N70SV

Intel Core2Duo P8700 2.53GHz

4GB DDR2 RAM (Runs XP, so 3GB)

Nvidia 130M 1GB (bit of a bottleneck, but medium graphics work fine for me.)

17,3" Full HD+ LED

2x320GB HDD

WinXP SP3 x32 (I like my pre-vista games.)

And my custom build PC:

Intel Core2Duo E8500 6M cache, 3.16ghz

Nvidia 9600GT 1GB

6GB (3x2GB) DDR2 RAM

Samsung 19" LCD

2TB HDD

W7 Ultimate x64

Mostly use my laptop for everything (photoshop, gaming etc). PC is more for rendering and such nowadays. I'm considering getting a different GPU placed in my laptop when my budget allows it. (the N70SV has the option to replace compnents, including GPU and HDD, which was part of the reason I chose it.) But so far it runs Crysis on Ultra, Skyrim on medium after some tweaking (more because the engine is cluttered than anything else) and Mass Effect 3 on High, so I'm not complaining. :D

Anyone know a good GPU they can recommend as replacement for the 130M? Nvidia, if you don't mind. ;)
[Off-topic] Darkorn:
You know these days, better have a big display...lol

It was inch sorry ahah.

Diagonally, off course not that huge, 18.5 foot diagonally! lol

Yes, HD videos streaming are not going to work good on these machines, but it's not something essential for me.
[Off-topic] shimp208:
Yes it should be fine for you, and it will work fine for your friend to start off with but as your friend gets into more advanced development that requires more computing power then your laptop may be a problem. Again starting out you'll be fine.
[Off-topic] Nikhil_android:
Hello

hey I am looking for a laptop (In India) can some one suggest me...

budget being abt 30-35 k... want good (1 GB ) graphics card Radeon mostly:confused:..... i-5..., atleast 500 GB hard disk, actually i5 makes it go out of the range
[Off-topic] tchsvy:
Few months back one of my buds got samsung np300 with what you are looking for config at 37k..
[Off-topic] CRACING:
HP Pavilion G6-2016TX might be good for you but in the range 30 to 35, you might not get one with Radeon 1GB. However, It depends upon for what you use it for. If for hardcore gamer, you need to spend more. These 45k laptops aren't enough.

Most of all think more the gpu memory, mean more powerful but actually isn't. A highend 512mb card can outperform 1gb or even 2gb lowend or midend cards. :)
[Off-topic] Allanitomwesh:
Lolest.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
What's with these Win 8 ready asus mobos? I'm too tired to look into the details now.

I've no plans to upgrade to win8 anytime soon, lol only now upgrading to an x64 win7.
[Off-topic] CRACING:
That just means drivers for Win8 are available for it. :p

They have supposedly fixed any bugs in the BIOS that only showed up in Win8
[Off-topic] Dirk:
They support Windows 8 features like Fast Boot which accelerates start-up times. Asus Z77 boards have a raft of extra options that can be enabled if you are using Windows 8. None of them seem particularly necessary though.
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Anyone know what version is the Windows 8 from Dreamspark? (Windows 8 Professional 64-bit English). Is it the RTM version or still preview? Worth upgrading over my current Windows 7 to mess around with? Not even sure if my MBP 13 supports it lol
[Off-topic] shimp208:
Usually the software through Dreamspark is the latest available version so it's very likely its the RTM version. And while Windows 8 has some cool features here and there, and it's not worth upgrading yet from 7 to 8. Windows 7 is far more stable at this time still then Windows 8 (Driver issues, software, random bugs, etc.). And Windows 8 very likely does not support your Mac Book Pro. Hope this helps :)
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
On windows 8 my network cards driver would freeze the entire computer... no matter what version of the driver I use... it was kind of a problem in 7, so I just ditched the old dell and got an Asus... haven't tried 8 since...
[Off-topic] roofrider:
I think i'll wait for the piledriver release...hope it's this month and hope it's worth it and not pricey.

The Phenoms are no longer available here...and i'm not satisfied with the fx6100.
[Off-topic] Theonew:
I'm still not impressed by AMD processors.
[Off-topic] wlmeng11:
Hence why he is waiting for pile driver.

Hopefully it will be impressive.

Hopefully.
[Off-topic] Theonew:
As in, reading up on those to come, still seem unimpressive. But we'll have to wait and see...
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Here comes the WINE debate.
[Off-topic] domini99:
No.. The programs i need need huge 3d acceleration, which works slow through Wine.

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[Off-topic] :
And these programs are?

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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
What are 3D acceleration programmes?
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Guys ,can i dualboot win 8 & ubuntu?

One of my friend said its not possible because their bootloader will crash.

Currently on win 7 (only)

& i was impressed by the speed win8(in friend's laptop) compared to 7. (we both have same specs)

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[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
like games and blender/3d max and video editing and rendering programs and the unreal engine (udk) to name a few
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Ahh thanks
[Off-topic] matgras:
That means you're using ****ty drivers
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Tonight I'm gonna attempt to install Ubuntu on windows 8 PC I just hope it works this time..
[Off-topic] domini99:
A ****load, over 20.

Its for school, i just cant use them in wine.

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[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Bump

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[Off-topic] matgras:
Yes, make sure to use the win8 compatible version though
[Off-topic] :
Name a few.

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[Off-topic] domini99:
Maya 2014, Magister client, InstoVa, Crytek Sandbox, Crytek Studio, Beamng (for testing rigs that we built/edited)

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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
You're using the student version?
[Off-topic] :
Awesome. You could set up a dual boot system.

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[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Compatible version of ubuntu? Or windows?

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[Off-topic] domini99:
Yes

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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Cool,like me then
[Off-topic] domini99:
I just prefer to have just 1 os on my hard drive, i don't know why.

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I love graphical stuff.

But i'm still more used to Blender.

I have worked with Blender for over a year, and recently started working with Maya for school.

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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
I only used AutoCAD cause I like designing stuff but I do wanna give Maya a try but I wanna know what does it do also what do you study?engineering?

Also how does non professional hardware do in these programs?
[Off-topic] LaputaCake:
Ive dual bootes windows 8.1 rp and xubuntu 12.04 and it works fine with burg and check this specs

Dell Optilex 755 SFF

Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 2.33GHZ

3GB

ATI Radeon HD5450 1gb
[Off-topic] domini99:
I'm gonna do a graphical thing (i have no idea how you call it in english, but its what game designers do) and software scripting.

My computer has a first generation core i3 2.93ghz with 4gb ddr3 1333mhz and a hd6570 graphics card, and handles the applications very good.

It even runs on my old dell laptop with core2duo 2ghz with 64mb x3100 graphics, the only thing you need is alot of ram. 2gb is the bare minimum, blender and maya would crash alot. 4gb works good.

You don't need a beast pc for it :)

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[Off-topic] Babydollll:
Thank you very much for the links and help. It's greatly appreciated.

(No thanks button in ot anymore :( )
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Nah I'm not talking about specs I mean how well do they run gaming GPUs rather than the professional one
[Off-topic] Devildog78965:
I did they won't load so it says 11. What eva but its really 13.4

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[Off-topic] bassie1995:
See? The WINE debate...

Also, 3Ds Max FTW.
[Off-topic] T10NAZ:
whats the difference between blender maya and 3ds max? I would love to get into 3d modeling and animation

and maybe use those talents to make things for games :)
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Does anybody work with solid works?
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Blender is free, and has less official support, I think.

Maya and 3Ds can do more, but I have only really used these two. Maya has some good hair and cloth tools, while 3Ds has things like RayFire and seems to focus more on objects.

Just my feelings, never read exactly what and how the differences are.
[Off-topic] cyanogendroid:
Did you install the old ones first? You have to uninstall, reboot, and install new ones
[Off-topic] Devildog78965:
Well it was a fresh copy of windows

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