I havent really followed up on the pc world or known anything about specs for awhile now since the last time i got a pc was a prebuild a few years ago. Im trying to get a scope of what I could build on a budget of 700/800$ to run games like GTA 5, COD, Assetto Corsa, or pretty much anything at high fps at decent/high graphics, I also use programs like FL Studio. I just need my games to feel smooth (or if its a higher graphically demanding game then mid graphics with 60 fps) Rn I have this and its pretty mid, I can play gta at okay graphics with some game mods on but like my pc sounds like a jet and the game stutters and has fps drops often. I feel like my cpu is not the worst, the problem are the fans for it and the OEM dell rx580 card as well as the shitty HDD and slow RAM. I also cannot run spotify or discord while gaming unless its valorant or csgo and even then ive had my pc crash on valorant mid comp game because discord was open at the same time. My question is what could I build for my price range of 700/800 usd that fits my needs and can I salvage my cpu and use it on the next build? Thanks

i dont think i have even seen mods for this, everyone is just making horny mods; the focus of the character builder is too much on the face; even GTA san andreas did better 20years ago, it's gotta flow and scale with your BODY levels

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An idea/question has been brewing within my mind in these recent months in which I have taken an interest in Nietzsche since I discovered him. Excuse me if Nietzsche already explores or explains through his concepts indirectly this question of mine.
Aristocracies seem to have a vice wherein across time they start favoring more and more the aristocrats and opressing it's own people, which leads to a big event in which a hero has the potential to rise. Caesar and Napoleon are good examples of that in my opinion. Caesar himself got led to his path not entirely by his own but by the persecution of caesar by his political opponents, which he made due to advocating for policies that helped the roman people in a time they were they were getting more and more upset. This trend seems to go as far as even the ancient mesopotamians, where the the city of lagash was ruled by a tyrant king that heavily taxed his people and did various other corrupt and tyrannical things. Eventually, a "hero of the people" rises to power through unknown means called Urukagina, who then enacts reforms. It seems to me that there is a necessity for an absolute rules, but at the same time the people themselves seem to bring about this true powerful ruler in times of hardship caused by their very own leaders. Also, these heroes seem to be idolized by their societies, everyone strives to be like the hero, their great leader. Even if one attempts to continously reproduce the hero by crafting him, instead of being forged by necessity and occasion, it seems that society keeps degenerating on both ends, be it the people or the ruling class. Could it be that society requires a constant objective to strive for instead of being self serving? The same way an individual has to keep pursuing greatness instead of pleasure or pain? And I mean this in the sense that perhaps a state has to constantly be attempting to expand upon the world or to strive for things other than just prosperity and the well being of it's citizens.

I am not skilled in troubleshooting mods at all other than removing them one at a time and seeing if anything changes... I installed some mods for a fallout 4 survival playthrough but when I made it to preston I realized the dialogue is pausing after each voice line. It's very annoying and I can't figure out why.
Here is a list of the mods installed that I'm assuming are the problem. As this problem hasn't happened with the other mods I had before: HUDFramework at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com) Survival stats widget at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com) DEF_WIDGETS_CORE at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com) Unlimited Survival Mode - F4SE at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com)
I tried installing buffout 4 after doing a quick search to see if that fixes it but I had no luck: xSE PluginPreloader F4 at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com) Address Library for F4SE Plugins at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com) Buffout 4 at Fallout 4 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com)
Here is my load order (hopefully this is correct? I used "loadorder.txt"):

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Fallout4.esm DLCCoast.esm DLCNukaWorld.esm HUDFramework.esm DEF_WIDGETS_CORE.esm AmericaRising2.esm DEF_WIDGETS_SURVIVAL1.esp WmkActiveEffects.esp VividFallout - AiO - BestChoice.esp ValiusHDTextures2K.esp NMC Bundle HIGH.esp JTC.esp RespecHolotape.esp UncappedSettlementSurplus.esp CheatTerminal.esp EnclaveX02.esp Faster Stations.esp Reduce gore items.esp More Where That Came From Diamond City.esp Extended weapon mods.esp Rangergearnew.esp SKKFeralReplacementSystem.esp ChineseStealthSuit.esp SKKFastStartNewGame.esp
I can provide any other files or pictures if you need any. All help is appreciated as I do not know how to fix this, thank you!

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I think I'm in the right place here. As the tittle suggest I'm currently in a debate. But first I'll give you some context. I'm a 21 year old male. I inherited my late Grandma's house. She passed 3 years ago and as I was her only grandson I inherited her house as she wanted to give me something before she passed.
After some time of her passing, I started to live in my grandma's house. It wasn't hard to get used to it. After all this was like my second home since I would spend a lot of time here during my childhood and teenage era. Besides having a place which you can claim as yours isn't something to complain about. My parents were concerned at first, I now lived almost 40 minutes away from them and any sort of civilization, they would often visit me 2 or 3 times a week. But came to an end after realizing facetiming me was cheaper and easier. So here I was, following my routine, working, studying and occasionally a hangout. Now here is the part you are all wanting to know about and the reason to my post. Not long ago I went to doctor since I was feeling a pain in the chest. While I was waiting I saw this woman sitting a few seats away, she looked at me and smiled, I was a bit taken back but didn't pay attention to it.. She got attended and came back, I was still waiting and she asked me what was wrong with me, I told her it was only a chest pain. I eventually got attended and went back to work. Well this woman is my neighbor. While I saw her a few times before leaving to work I never spoke to her nor Introduce my self. In fact I never made any conversations to my neighbors since the day I arrived. All of that change.
I was at my backyard working out. (I usually work out inside but decided to connect with mother nature this time) While I was taking some rest I saw her. She asks me how my chest was doing. I told her it was no biggie and she said she could tell. She asked me how long I had moved here and told her for a while. We had a nice conversation which resulted in me leaving to rest for work. I learned a few things about her. She is a lawyer, moved here 7 years ago, she is 36, has some anti-social tendencies, her family lives far from her (I know how that feels) and likes me. Really likes me a lot, specially since I'm a quiet neighbor. We didn't talked for a good 2 weeks until I went back to my backyard, this time for some cleaning. She was again there, I was not initially going talk to her, since I don't usually talk with people I barely know. But we made eye contact, she smiled and asked me what I was doing, I told her I was taking care of my garden, sort of, It's not really a garden more like taking care of my lawn and a few trees my grandma had in the backyard. We for talked a lot more. She asked me If i had any friends. I told her yes but none of them wanted to come here, they think is Isolated. (I mentioned I live 40 minutes away from the city where I used to live) She said she didn't have a lot friends, just her co-workers which she doesn't enjoy much spending time with them. In her words she hasn't really connected with someone that much, as she has some clear anti-social tendencies. She told me she had been working on it but she hasn't really found someone connect further. Which caused her to feel alone like I did. I told her that although it can sounds pitiful It can be peaceful and easier since you don't get to deal with people all day or worry about what they think of you. Having a constant pressure so to speak. She said she liked my point of view. Before I could continue she offered me a drink. I accepted and she gave some lemonade. I thanked her and told her If she was a mind reader. Since lemonade is my favorite drink. She than told me she could tell by just looking at me. (Again I don't know what she means by that) We talked some more, family, friends, jobs, past, future, my story and her story. I liked this moment and I could tell the same for her. While I was trying not to be to obvious I was feeling attracted, if not really drawn to her. I guess it was the way she talked to me and the fact she was looking at me all the time and being really close to me. To add more to my certain attraction towards her, she is so pretty, like really pretty, she is blonde, and has a type of eyes I rarely see in any woman I've known but I find so attractive, she was also dressing very well that day I saw her in the Dr's appointment and she certainly looks very good for a 36 year old woman. I was nervous and kind of kicking my self for feeling like I was, blaming my self for feeling this sort of connection I felt with her. And if it wasn't enough we finally ended up talking about relationships. I tried to make it short and straight to the point. But she wanted to know more. Once I told her there was nothing more to add she just stared at me. I didn't wanted to ask her but she than said If I was not going to ask her. When I did she said she tried but was so busy with her career that she barely had time to meet someone or start something serious during her college years, she barely had friends. I again was sympathetic to her as I could relate to her a lot. It was quite shocking how I could relate to her and vice-versa. Many parts of her story were so similar to mine when she was younger.
After talking we decided that it was time to get back to our houses. We just said goodbye to each other. I wished her luck, since she was going to represent a client. I didn't saw her for a few days again. I kept thinking about her all night and as the week progressed. I felt weird since I was probably confusing her kindness and bold attitude towards me, maybe she just wanted a friendship and nothing else, while I was just confusing all and twisting everything in my sight. Once she came back we had more conversations as we made it our goal to be friends since we connected so well. Well I guess We can no longer be called that!!! Our conversations consisted of us talking 3 days a week in our respective backyards. That was until she invited me to her house for tea. I accepted and I realized how good she was doing. She drives a very nice car a 2019 Toyota while I still drive my 1997 Honda Civic inherited from my mom. (Still I wouldn't trade it for anything) nice furniture that my mother would love (mentioned it to her) . We again had more of a friend conversation than anything. Again nothing spicy here. Until that day. Mind you we were in our beginning of our "Friendship" in the beginning of the year. Time had passed when she came to my door, her reason? She said some of her family members were coming to visit her, for dinner at her house and I was invited. I really didn't feel comfortable with the idea, since well... it felt out of place. I told her I'd consider it. During that week I felt indecisive, but in the end I figured I wouldn't let my intrusive thoughts give in, I figured It was me who had the problem, plus I figured she needed a friend. I sent her a text letting her know I would be there. She was pleased as she didn't felt comfortable leaving me all alone, after all we talked and confessed to each other she wanted me to feel company. In one of our conversations we made it our goal to give each other company to make sure we weren't left out in our respective social life. That dinner night. I met some of her siblings, they were very nice and kind. I had a good time with them, I felt that sense of company I haven't felt in a while. Felt like home..... I guess. They ended up leaving at around 11pm. I decided I would stay with her, to help her clean. After finishing she thanked me for coming. I thank her back for inviting me, I really meant it since I hadn't had this feeling of family gathering in a long time. She knows this. After a long silence she offered me some tea, only If I wanted. I said yes. We sat on the couch and chatted for a few minutes, regarding her family members and work issues. There was some tension, guys I really felt it. I could also sense she was looking at me with desire I believe, don't know how to describe it but some guys know what kind of look they give you. She was getting closer to me to the point we weren't even a feet apart. She was smiling and making a lot of eye contact with me. I also noticed she would always found ways to touch me, touching my arm, shoulders and sometimes my face, not only did she do that during our conversation in her couch, but also during dinner. I was sitting next to her and she always patted me on the back or leg, touching my shoulders and the back of my neck. When I helped her around the kitchen she always found ways to touch my arms and hands. Every time I would speak she always stared at me and yes I could feel her eyes on me. While on the couch she was very handsy to the point of caressing my hands and arms I got so nervous and mentioned I was tired and needed to rest. I wished her a good night and left. I was in my bed thinking and trying to clam down. Since I couldn't sleep I decided to scroll through my phone.... I won't deny I was thinking about the whole interaction and how that sat with me. I was so tempted to text her, I knew right away we were so close of crossing the line. Well we didn't had to wait that long though. She called me. I was reluctant to answer but I decided to give in.
She asked me If she had woken me up. I told her no, She than said she didn't knew how to say this but she asked me ... If could to come to her house. My heart was raising... I was expecting it but still felt the rush. I asked her If everything was alright. She said yes but she wanted me to come, only if I wanted to. I got dressed and went to her door and she let me in. I was nervous, really nervous...... She went on to explain she felt sorry for creeping me out, she knew why I left and said she liked me, not just me but how I behaved in front of her family, helping her with the kitchen and clean up. She said she felt wrong thinking about it and imagining. She said she couldn't stop thinking about me and she felt wrong doing so but felt so drawn to me as she wished she could have met me sooner. She explained she felt alone and no one else made her feel so good than me for some strange reason. She got close and told me she liked me and would understand If I was to scared or not interested. She could feel I was really tense, my heart was beating so fast and she just put her hand on my chest feeling my heart. She told me to just relax, I was so shaking by the fact I was not only nervous but was also letting my self go right into her hands that we started making out leading us to do the act. We started on the couch and ended up inside her bedroom. We ended up doing it multiple times. Eventually we fell asleep. She woke me up telling me she was going to make some breakfast and to make my self at home. We openly flirt with each other in the kitchen and the whole day. She was so energetic and spoiling me a lot. I spent that entire day at her house. When it was time to go back to my house she told me she had a good night and that I was a good boy and behaved well. While It felt nice at first I began feeling the post nut clarity. I was processing all of what had transpired in those days I was with her, I figured it wasn't a bid deal. But than I started to think further.....and an overwhelming sense of guilt got me to my senses. I started to think about how this would affect me and her, my job, my life, my parents.... This changed everything to the point of affecting my daily routine. If my parents ever found out what happened between her and I they would be so ashamed and mad at me. Specially my mom, since she would not approve me dating an older woman, specially someone way older, she wouldn't even allow me date someone 3 years older than me. She would tear her apart and tear me apart next. I'm really confused what to do and that's why I decided to come here. I can't really tell anyone about this and no one has to know as I'm scared this could come to light. I can't confide in anyone, not even my friends. I'm desperate and a bit scared. I can't believe how this can change my life if it is known by everyone I know.
So my questions are. What can I do i this situation? Is this fling I had with her something harmful? Should I pursue a relationship or just leave it casual? If you've been in a similar situation how did you handle it? Is dating an older person recommendable? Any insight you can give me would be really helpful and feel free to share your experience with me If you had one.
PD: This is a throwaway account. I lost access to my original account and at the end it was for the better as It could potentially expose who I am. Thank you in advance for your replies.
This was longer than I expected. Sorry in advance but it used to be much more longer. Thanks in advance.

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1. So, I think that all opinions are valid. I'm NOT GOING TO CHANGE YOUR MIND, I get that. I'm doing this because I'm bored!!!
2. but if you take a minute and read this post and debate me sure go ahead.
3. Mods, you're probably going to take this down. I think that's unfair. I'm not trying to be offensive just have some fun because I have free time.
4. I have done some research and used many YouTube channels to create this because this topic is complex and to give hard data, well, I do not have a degree(I can hear you typing about how I'm wrong bc I don't have a degree...but do you have a degree in science?)

Okay, here's my argument!

1. scale the flat earth map. drive from one state to another for my us folks, or city to city at least 100 mile distance. then look at the flat earth map. Is it similar? Do they line up? Does it make sense? Do the oceans make sense?
2. why does the sun move inward? The seasons are messed up. In the summer, the days are longer in Antarctica and shorter in the southern hemisphere. In the winter, the days are shorter in Antarctica and longer in the southern hemisphere. Thats insane. Most of the world would be in darkness 24/7. WE WOULD DIE without sunlight. Why? No sun, no photosynthesis, no crops, starvation, death, chaos. Don't believe me look at ticktock/ YouTube/ Instagram. Think the government controls them. Well, the government is so overworked. Over 500 hours A MINUTE are uploaded on every platform. That's either everyone checking content or a robot, which shocker, makes mistakes, and can not keep up with that demand. We would know the truth. The videos are most likely true. Ok, well, what if they bribed people to make up false videos, at least one person would upload the truth and it would spread. Also, MOST people do not know how to Photoshop well. You would know. And if you still Don't believe my point go the the place yourself. Tec is not as advanced as you think it is. We are only a 0.7 on the civilization scale. Look at the day and night. does it make sense? Does the time the sun rises/ sets match the number of days and nights? Why does the sun illuminate 70% of its trajectory Also if you have a model pull-up, don't include point barrow Alaska.
3. I'm using the "theory" of a round earth, the center of the earth( core) creates gravity. This is because of complicated stuff( look it up, bc it's hard to explain and I don't feel like it? There would be no gravity. We would die. No life would exist.
4. What about Christopher Columbus?
5. There would be no GPS. A satellite could not orbit a flat earth. Why? Bc the earth would be moving in a straight line at 67,000 MPH. BC of no gravity, there would be no way a satellite could orbit the Earth. We don't have that kind of tech.
6. The sun's orbit does not make sense. It looks like a big banana.
7. try to make a prediction, with a planet. Only use a flat earth model. See if it makes sense or if you are right.
8. What about solar eclipse, can you predict your model without anything else?
9. The round earth model showed and successfully predicted the solar eclipse down to a T. It was true, I was it with my own eyes, don't believe me, you can interview the other 30 million people. They will ALL tell you they saw it and can probably give you a location too.
10. Why are objects far away? Show me a picture of a land 1,000 miles away. From Dallas, why can't you see Las Vegas?
11. why are suns a thing? They should get smaller not the same?

some of you think they are done, how? how does that work???

1. send a weather balloon to the sun or moon. If it's flat and the sun has to be close in your theory you could reach it. Make a robot, and scope up a sample.
   
2. fly, just get on an airplane. shortest way on a flat earth map, or a round earth map. which way is faster. Planes don't constantly tilt. You would notice if you flew.
   
3. become a pilot. go into the belly of the beast.
   
4. science. like actually scientific on your model. Publish it anywhere reputable.
   

Hey everyone I have recently made a post about 2FA and Chaos mod for rdr2/gta not working due to getting affiliated on twitch and my buddy has found a work around if you recently got affiliated on twitch all you have to do

1. Go to settings on twitch
2. Go to your link accounts 3 scroll down till you find chaos mod for either rdr2 or gta
3. Just unlink anything to do with chaos mod and Oauth token should be replace as soon as you reconnect the link items for chaos mod and the voting should work

If you have any questions just send a message on this thread and I’ll try to get back to you as soon as possible 😁