Bags30 wrote:
When I play online I run very slow. I am about 1/2 second behind other players. I get killed a lot.... A whole lot.
If I play single player, it is unbearably slow. It looks like I am processing abot one frame/sec
With the setup below, I think I should be able to play without trouble. Can someone point out what is limiting me.
Gateway Intel Celeron(R) 2.4Ghz
1GB RAM
Nvidia GForce Fx 5500 PCI 256Mb
My typical Ping is <50
Not sure what othe rinfo is needed to determine what I am asking.
Your connection is fine. Your system is what is hopeless. People are punning when they're telling you to use "shift to run faster," heh.
Your computer is the issue.
1. Gateway.
if I were to give my professional opinion of this company online, I'd be falsely sued for libel2. Celeron.
these CPU's are notorious for their inability to handle resource-intensive software3. GeForce 5500 PCI.
this card is a bit out of date4. 1GB RAM.
while 1GB isn't that bad, it is probably cheap RAM that Gateway overpricedThe solution:
Teach yourself about computers, if you think you can bear to. There's lots of things I buy that I don't know inside-out, but computers, as they break down often and are constantly upgraded, are worth knowing about. Start yourself off with a beginner's book, then graduate to this:
Upgrading and Repairing PCs (17th Ed. / Mar.06) I must've recommended these books thousands of times to various people. They're used by techs of all calibers, from noob to expert, student to professor. And visit various sites like AnandTech, etc., to get an idea of what is great and cheap all at the same time. Search forums for computer builds discussed by pros. Finally, acquire and put the pieces together yourself. Order online for better deals, or buy directly from a store for exchanges (in case something goes wrong, you won't have to pay RMA shipping to replace a part).
Or just drain your wallet and buy a Dell XPS, or something from Falcon NW. Never be lulled by Gateway again, even if a bright & shiny salesman says they're the best things since sliced bread.